Top 12 Trending International Education News
June 17, 2021
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US Universities Look for International Student Enrollment to Recover This Fall
A new report in the COVID-19 Snapshot Survey Series by the Institute of International Education (IIE) is out. It indicates that higher education institutions (HEIs) in the US are optimistic that the international student numbers will bounce back in the coming academic year. The report is based on a survey of more than 7,000 IIE-member HEI professionals between April and May 2021, some 86 percent of whom are planning some type of in-person instruction in the fall semester. Around 77 percent of respondents indicate that recruitment is a priority for their institutions.
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COVID No Deterrent for 2 out of 3 Students Planning to Study Abroad
A survey has revealed that 2 out of 3 international students remain eager to study abroad despite the pandemic-induced roadblocks they’ve experienced the past year. Done by students from Ahmedabad University, the survey also revealed that Canada is among the most preferred destination countries alongside the USA and UK. Additionally, the survey showed that students aim for job opportunities in Canada and Germany.
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National Vaccination Programme to Extend to International Students
To protect its citizens and halt further transmission of the coronavirus, the government of Scotland is extending the national COVID-19 vaccination programme to include international students. The latest data show that global learners and school officials claim that it is important that students receive the same entitlement to a COVID-19 vaccination as everyone else. Meanwhile, Health Secretary Humza Yousaf urges everyone to get vaccinated, stressing that receiving a second dose offers greater and longer protection.
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Study Abroad Programs See a Return as International Travel Opens Up
Spain and France are two of the most popular study destinations for global learners from the United States. These two European countries are easing up restrictions and reopening their borders for vaccinated travelers which seem to have moved US international students who are looking to study in Spain or France to finally pursue their educational plans. In 2018-2019, over 55 percent of American students traveled to Europe to study.
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International Student Pilot Plan by NSW 'A Step Closer' for Those Hoping to Study On Campus in Australia
The New South Wales government has recently announced a pilot program to bring back 250 international students every two weeks starting as early as July 2021. It will prioritize students with valid visas and who need face-to-face instruction. Higher education institutions will contact eligible students directly once the program is approved by the federal government. More than 50,000 students are waiting to come back to New South Wales to continue their programs.
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Universities Promise to Ramp Up Face-to-Face Learning as Student Frustrations Grow
Higher education institutions (HEIs) in Australia are saying that the next semester will bring students back to in-person learning for up to 90 percent of their classes. However, students are skeptical as the response of HEIs has been slow and future lockdowns are still a possibility. HEI officials point out that switching from online to in-person classes involves significant logistical challenges, making it difficult for HEIs to respond as quickly as students would like.
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College Interrupted: Many students Chose to Take Time Off Instead of Remote Learning During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s December 2020 report reveals a 2.5-percent decline in enrollment in higher education institutions in the US for the fall 2020 semester. This was due to many domestic and international students deciding to defer their studies in the face of economic and physical constraints resulting from the pandemic. A disproportionate number of black and Hispanic students have taken a leave of absence, and some may not return at all. Many students in deferment spent the past year in other pursuits.
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Hotel COVID Quarantines to be Lifted for Most Vaccinated Travellers to Canada
Amid ramped up vaccination against COVID-19, the government of Canada has considered lifting the mandatory hotel quarantines as early as next month. This applies to incoming Canadian travelers who have been fully vaccinated. In February, mandatory hotel quarantine in government-listed facilities is imposed for arriving airline passengers, which lasts for up to three days. Starting July, inbound travelers must be fully vaccinated 14 days or more before their arrival.
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No SAT for Entry to Some US Colleges, Dilemma for Indians
Over half of the four-year-degree colleges and universities in the US have done away with the SAT or ACT (American College Test) scores for admission to courses starting in Fall 2021. More than 1,200 institutions have said that the use of test scores would be optional. Some institutions said this policy could continue beyond this year’s admissions. Their decision comes after a 2019 lawsuit alleged that college entrance tests were biased against poor, and mainly black and Hispanic, students. The petitioners said that basing admissions on the test allowed the system to illegally discriminate based on students’ race, wealth, and disability.
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Australia and Singapore Say Students First to Benefit from Travel Bubble
Australia and Singapore have confirmed that students will be the first group to travel under a bubble arrangement to be established by the two countries. The starting date for the bubble would depend on vaccination and transmission rates in the two countries. The travel bubble was first proposed by Singapore in October but talks have been pushed back while Australia finalized quarantine-free travel with New Zealand.
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Evaluation System Planned to Support Struggling Foreign Students' Wages in Osaka
The Osaka Labor Association is raising 5 million yen (about $45,700) for its "Ohineri" tipping scheme supporting foreign students financially. As of June 7, it had raised some 1.7 million yen. The closing date for donations is June 30. According to the group, some 26,000 foreign students live in Osaka Prefecture and around 30 percent of them said they had lost part-time work. A support system that will top up the wages of international students in Japan struggling amid the pandemic is also being planned.
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Foreign Students Not Included in Vaccine Rollout in Taiwan
International students in Taiwan are yet to be included in the country’s mass inoculation efforts against COVID-19. The Deputy Chief of the Central Epidemic Command Center announced that foreign students studying in Taiwan are not eligible for the rollout of COVID vaccines due to the limited availability of doses. This announcement is made in response to calls by local governments to include the international student community in the country’s immunization program.
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Featured Institution: Lakeland College
Founded in 1931, Lakeland College is a publicly-funded college in Alberta, Canada. The college was established with the mission of promoting agriculture which soon diversified into other programs such as business, human services health and wellness, and environmental science. At present, Lakeland serves over 8,000 students on its campuses in Lloydminster and Vermilion.
Located on the Canadian prairies in a small town and small city, the College also offers some unique experiences apart from Alberta’s larger centers. Lakeland’s comfortable setting allows students to focus on learning. Both of its campuses also offer clubs, recreation, athletic and social activities, as well as student housing.
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Featured Program: Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems
The Computer Information Systems program at Edgewood College combines the core knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of Computing and Information Technology. The unique curriculum guides the students through hands-on activities, interactive applications, and real-life projects that sharpen abilities to problem solve and work in teams. Throughout the course, students learn how to connect and secure networks, build database-driven websites, develop applications, and engineer information systems using current and emerging technologies, including Python, Java, and Cloud-based solutions. The Computer Information Systems degree also includes concentrations that give additional knowledge in an emerging field, such as Cyber-Security, Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence.
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