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Study in Singapore – the premier education hub of Asia

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Singapore is the premier education hub of Asia where tradition and modernity tastefully unite offering students a truly global educational experience.Singapore education is based on a broad base curriculum and global perspective that equips them to excel in the competitive job market.

WHY STUDY IN SINGAPORE?

  • Obtain a recognized international degree without having to travel to a western country.
  • A safe city with low crime rate and a stable political institution.
  • Proximity to India Singapore is only a few hours apart by air.
  • Multilingual country that provides a conducive environment for students to study
  • Enjoy high standards of living, healthcare and education
  • Singapore is a thriving arts and cultural scene
  • Excellent job opportunities due the presence of many multinational companies in Singapore.
  • Freedom to work in the country after obtaining a degree
  • A convenient destination to travel from/to India
  • Low unemployment rate
  • IELTS  not required

VISA PROCEDURES:

When a candidate submits the Visa application form along with relevant supporting documents to the service provider, details are uploaded online in Singapore Immigration web site, which in turn is processed by the authorities.  Relevant applications forms are Form No.16 (1&2) and 36(V) (1&2).

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Supporting documents:

  1. Bank statement showing minimum balance of 30000 SD
  2. Birth Certificate or Undertaking
  3. TT Receipt for payment of application fee to the College where admission is sought
  4. Experience certificates / references, if any
  5. Letter showing media of language of study
  6. The processing fee is 3 SD to be paid to Singapore Immigration & Check Point Authority (ICA).

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COST OF EDUCATION IN SINGAPORE

Cost of studies varies depending on the institution, course and period of study chosen by you.   A diploma course lasting for 6 months to 2 years can cost you 5000 to 20000 SD whereas degree courses which last for two to four years will cost 24000 to 55000 SD, and for Master’s degree of one/two years you will need to spend between 18500 to 30000 SD.

COST OF LIVING

Normally 500 to 700 SD will be enough for shared accommodation and food.  However, this can vary depending upon the lifestyle you chose.

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION:

Cost of accommodation in Singapore for international students is comparatively low.  Generally students can get accommodation in the University’s Halls of Residence where preference is given to those who enroll for the first time.  Though private hostels and home stays are available, most of them are located far from the city.  Those who wish to go for rented house can refer the classified advertisements in local newspapers

For more details: info@santamonicaedu.in

Scope of Nursing Abroad – Lucrative profession with high salary!

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Nurses figure among the long term shortage skill list in many of the developed countries such as Canada,UK,Australia,USA,New Zealand,Ireland etc.Demand for nurses will continue to increase dramatically within next few years.

When it comes to job oriented courses after 12th science nursing really stands out. It has got such a huge appeal, especially in case of female students. The main advantage is job scope. The health care industry is a booming one, showing no signs of slowing down. That has how the nursing field been developing in the past few decades

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TOP DESTINATIONS : UK,Canada,Australia,New Zealand,Ireland,USA

Indian nurses holding Diploma (GNM) can opt for the Australian  BN programs or Integrated Masters (Bsc+Msc) program in UK work as RN in Australia and UK respectively.

UK : NMC in UK conducts ONP which is bridging program for Indian nurses to become RN in UK.The computer based eligibility test has to successfully completed in order to pursue the clinical component in UK.

New Zealand: Upon completion of the Competency Assessment Program ( CAP) prescribed by New Zealand Nursing Council (NZNC)the person may work as a RN in New Zealand.

Australia: The Nursing & Midwifery Broad of Australia (NMBA)provides registration for nurses upon completion of Initial Registration for International Nurses & Registered Nurses (IRON n RN) program to be obtained the AHPRA registration to work as registered nurse in Australia.

Ireland:Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland or an Bard Altranais  Nursing  Board is the Authority for registration of Nurses,after undergoing the prescribed adaptation program in Ireland.

Canada & US:Indian nurses should clear licensure examinations like CRNE/ CPRNE & NCLEX /RN respectively prior working as RN .

To work in all these countries ,Indian nurses  who have resisted with local nursing council have to meet the pre-requisites of language skills are required with academic excellence & work experience ranging from 1-2 years& above to be eligible for registration.

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 Few Programs:

  • Masters in Nursing  / Gerontology  & Rehabilitation Studies/ Dementia Care/ Critical Care.
  • Masters in nursing with overseas program incorporated & 6 months internship.
  • Grad Dip. in Nursing leading to comprehensive Registration /Infection /Addiction studies
  • PG Dip in Healthcare Leadership Management / Palliative Care/Concurrent Disorders/Recreation Therapy /Massage Therapy.

For more details : info@santamonicaedu.in

 

 

 

 

 

Opportunities in Engineering Sector Abroad.

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The world needs plenty of internationally qualified, well-equipped and talented engineers.  But the question “are the students graduating from Indian engineering colleges groomed enough to be internationally competent?” remains unanswered! In fact, in most cases Indian students may have to undergo an in-house training or specific foundation courses before being absorbed overseas for further studies or even for employment locally or abroad.

The Engineering programs in advanced countries are delivered in close cooperation with the industries & based on current industrial needs,incorporating mandatory internships as a part of program thereby leading to ample job opportunities upon completion of studies which gives ample scope to Indian Engineering graduates & those wishing to pursue Engineering studies abroad.

Top Destinations : Australia / Sweden / Canada/ UK …

Engineering Abroad Advantage:

  • Innovative &research oriented study facilities
  • Industry endorsed internships in most  modern units of multinational companies
  • Post study work permits for easy access to job markets 
  • Personal growth by way of recognition as an international degree holder 
  • Gateway to settle-down in advanced countries with family.
  • Scholarships and /or free tuition,student grants and paid internships.
  • Become certified foreign professional engineer ,easy accreditation by professional bodies worldwide

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There are many popular programs which are in great demand in the global market such as Masters in Engineering in Public funded Universities & institutions in Germany without tuition fee.

Bachelors in Engineering with various niche programs with co-op in Canada, Bachelors in Petroleum Engineering with excellent scholarship & year industrial placement

Institutions abroad have realized future demand  of various niche programs such as Robotics Engineering,Bio-medical engineering ,Oil & Gas Engineering  Environmental Engineering etc and have introduced various specialization in these fields foreseeing the global industrial demands in the future,

Engineering students with managerial interest can opt for various management  programs inline with their studies  by taking up various unique tailor-made programs such as Masters in Engineering Management,Project Management etc. in various institutions across the globe.

For more details : “info@santamonicaedu.in”

Why Australia – A Leading Education Destination

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Australia’s colleges & universities are considered amongst the world’s best. A qualification from an Australian institution will serve you well in your future. In comparison to other countries, including the UK & USA, it is a cost-effective study destination.

Australian standard of living is amongst the highest in the world& is the 6th largest country in the world and has the lowest population density. Education in Australia promotes innovation creativity and independent thinking among the students.

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  • Globally recognized qualifications
  • Research focused & technology driven education
  • Attractive scholarships and bursaries
  • Affordable education compared to UK, USA
  • Excellent Weather suitable for Indian students.
  • Ample opportunities to work while studying
  • Post Qualification work & settlement options
  • Opportunities to explore job & PR prospects
  • Options for married students to take their spouses with full time work rights.

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The most popular courses for Indian Students are:

        Business / IT/ Engineering/Science/Hospitality ….

Some of the Popular Universities in Australia.

  • Charles Darwin University
  • James Cook University
  • Deakin University
  • University of Adelaide
  • University of South Australia
  • University of the Sunshine Coast
  • University of Wollongong
  • Curtin University
  • Griffith University
  • University of New South Wales
  • La Trobe University

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Work Rights & Stay Back.

  • 20 hours per week (full time work rights for spouses for Masters, PhD and post-doctoral programs
  • Bachelors 2 years stay back
  • Masters by course work 2 years can be extended by 2 years
  • Masters by research (3 years) up to 3 years & PhD students – up to 4 years.

No matter what course or program, or the type of institution you choose, selecting Australia for your degree or certificate is a smart move!

For more details: info@santamonicaedu.in

Key Benefits of Choosing Germany as your Study Destination.

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Known for some of the best intellectual and creative minds in history, Germany offers an affordable first rate education landscape set in the heart of Europe with endless possibilities for career growth, travel and cultural exploration.

Germany ranks on the top for Engineering streams with an upper hand in Mechanical Engineering & Electrical Engineering. German Engineers are called “artist of the feasible”. The challenging degree  courses in engineering are basically geared towards the demands of real life.

  • Hub of Engineering & technology innovations  & Management.Research  centric master programs with University assisted internship
  • Option to apply for European Blue Card
  • Comprehensive scholarships covering tuition fee and all personal expenses
  • Internship as part of academic courses in top MNC’s
  • NO  TUITION FEE
  • World class degrees recognized around the world
  • Cost of Study per semester is €500
  • IELTS  requirement – minimum 6.5
  • Average costs ranging from €350 to €1,000 (PER MONTH)*
  • Master programs offered at German Universities are funded by Government

Master programs offered at German Universities are funded by Government, and are granted scholarships which have proven to be a boon for Indian students.A number of private & public institutions award scholarship to cover living cost & books.If willing to learn German, students also have  the opportunity to join German Language Course @ the University are FREE of CHARGE.

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World be lives that in many fields  engineers trained at German Universities are guarantors for the technological leadership of German industry in the global competition Engineering degrees “Made in Germany” rightly have an excellent reputation internationally because they provide tomorrow’s engineers with superb conditions for studying & research internship  is apart of academic course in top MN C’s  that eventually lead to  full time employment  in large  multinational companies like BMW.

WORK RIGHTS AND STAY BACK

  • 240 days part time or 120 days full time in a year .Students can work for more hours subject to approval from foreign authority
  • 18 months Residence permit

New Zealand-A world class study destination with Job and PR prospects

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Strong international ranking and expert teaching staff coupled with world class facilities and a rich pool of natural resources, New Zealand is becoming increasingly popular among international students seeking qualifications that are recognized worldwide and on par with world’s other great education providers such as UK, USA, Australia and Canada.

There are 8 public universities in New Zealand which offers courses ranging from undergraduate programmes to PhD and post doctoral courses. Five New Zealand universities were ranked in the top 400 universities in the world by the 2013-2014 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. New Zealand has 22 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics that offer highly vocational and skill based courses ranging from certificate level through to Bachelors and Post Graduate level. There are a growing number of private tertiary and training providers offering study options in diverse range of subjects.

Some of the deciding factors that has been cited by International students for choosing   New Zealand as their higher study destination has been 

Value for money

With the lowest cost of living among the developed nations and the opportunity to work 20 hours per week while studying and 40 hours during the summer holidays, New Zealand provides an immense financial relief for international students who wish to budget their overall expenses towards their education in New Zealand.

Multicultural Environment

The diverse mix of cultures and people provides a welcoming feel to the international students and makes it easier for them to integrate into the culture.

Safe and Secure study destination.

New Zealand has a reputation for being a safe country with very low crime rate. New Zealand is ranked 3rd in the Global Peace Index.  It is one of the few countries in the world where the government has set out strict guidelines to ensure that International students are well informed, safe and properly cared for through the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International students. Every education provider that caters to international students is signatory to this Code of Practice laid by the Ministry of Education

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Scholarships

The New Zealand Government and New Zealand Universities provide a number of scholarships for international students who wish to study in New Zealand.

Post study work permit

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Following the successful completion of level 5 & 6, Level 7, 8 and 9 students are entitled to 1 year post study work permit which provides students with an opportunity to explore job prospects in New Zealand and acquire valuable international work experience.

Spouse Accompaniment

Students who proceed for Post Graduate programs and a few level 7 programs that figure in the shortage skill list are entitled to take their spouse along with full work rights.

Employment prospects after graduation.

With skills shortage existing across various sectors in the New Zealand Labour market there is a strong demand for skilled workers especially in health, social work, Information and communication technology, hospitality, agriculture, farming and engineering industries.

Fantastic immigration policies

Students with qualifications and skills in the long term shortage skill list published by Immigration New Zealand and who wish to stay in New Zealand long term may apply for resident visa under the skilled migrant category to live and work in New Zealand permanently.

POPULAR COURSES 

The Masters in Engineering Studies with a wide range of specialism to choose from and the Masters in Engineering Project Management and Construction Management have been very popular among the engineers from our region. The cost effective level 7 programmes like Graduate Diploma in Project Management, Operations and Production Management, Construction Management and Highway Engineering has also been some of the sought-after programs among the engineering graduates from India. Highly job-centric undergraduate and Post graduate IT programs in the field of Networking, Animation, System Administration and Software Development has been a draw among the IT graduates owing to the high employment potential.  Among the management programmes, Masters in Professional Accounting and Logistics and Supply Chain Management have been attracting maximum number of Commerce and Business Graduates owing to good employment prospects in New Zealand. Cost effective level 7 programmes in Accounting, Professional Accounting, Logistics and Shipping Management has also been experiencing several takers. Programmes like Post Graduate Diploma in Social Service Worker and Addiction Studies have attracted the social workers from India. Students from the Hospitality sector can look forward to pursue Hospitality and Tourism programmes and Fast Track Cookery Programmes which are in great demand. Programmes like Wood Manufacturing, Farming Technology, Diary Technology, Food Technology, Bio Technology, Viticulture, Aqua Culture has also generated a great deal of interest among the Indian student fraternity. The Bachelors in Nursing programme with options to seek cross credit for 1 to 1-1/2 years leading to the NZNC registration has been very popular among the nurses from our region. New Zealand has been a hot destination for PhD aspirants as they are required to pay only a very nominal fee.

It would be strongly recommended for students wishing to pursue their studies in New Zealand to refer to the website of Education New Zealand, the crown entity of New Zealand Government that takes care of Internationalizations of education (http://enz.govt.nz/) and proceed through an Education New Zealand Recognized Agency (ENZRA).

Strong reason to choose Canada for your studies

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  • Qualifications Valued round the world
  • Affordable Education
  • Big Country, Low Costs
  • Commitment to Culture
  • One of the best places to live
  •  High Employment Rate
  • Your education is the government’s priority.
  • Getting your student visa has been made easier.
  • Multicultural Society
  • Healthy & Safe Community
  • World class language Education
  • Exicting Campus life style
  • Innovative & Abundant Research Opportunities
  • Land of possibilities
  • Spouse accompaniment/work right
  • Easy get PR

Canada’s universities maintain high standards of academic excellence and are consistently recognized in top international rankings. Moreover, Canadian tuition fees are some of the lowest in English-speaking countries. Degrees from Top Universities in Canada are accepted and valued around the world, making the progress of your career effortless. 

A major factor in deciding a Study Abroad destination is the budget; you can plan your study in Canada by keeping affordability in mind as the tuition fees and cost of living for international student’s works out lower as compared to many other countries.

Over the past century and a half, Canada has welcomed 15 million immigrants. Canada is also home to over one million aboriginal people, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities. Canada has a national policy for multiculturalism and works to ensure that people’s customs and traditions are preserved and respected

Automatic authorization to work 20 Hours per week on study permit.40 Hours per week during vacation.3 years stay back for ( 2 years study )or equal to the course duration if it is less than 2 years

The United Nations ranks Canada among the top best places to live. You will also find that the Canadian people are friendly and warm making your whole experience worthwhile. An international student enjoys similar freedoms like the Canadians, equality, respect for human rights, and a society that is peaceful and stable

Canada is a bilingual country with enough scope to improve you can improve your French and English. Canada is also considered as a world leader in language training.

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Seek information about research opportunities in Canada. Both the industry and the government support and encourage research.

International students who have graduated from a Canadian university or college have the opportunity to work in Canada for up to one year after they receive their degree or diploma. International students can work on campus without a work permit. Plans are being made to allow international students to work off-campus, too.

Relative to other countries, medical insurance in Canada is inexpensive yet the services that Canadian hospitals provide are among some of the most advanced and accessible in the world.

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Easy PR prospects 

Major Reasons for Choosing Overseas Education.

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See the World

The biggest reason you should consider a study abroad program is the opportunity to see the world, you will experience a brand-new country with incredible new outlooks, customs and activities. In addition, when you’re abroad, you won’t be limited to traveling in just the nation in which you are studying – you can see neighboring countries as well!

Education System

Another reason you might consider studying abroad is for the chance to experience  different  styles of education  system & high placement prospects & more chances are there to get settled in that country.

Foreign education focuses more on practical based learning. And they allow creativity in education and is taken as a learning process. Foreign education curriculum contains everything taking from arts to sports along with studies. US has arts, sports, music and theater in syllabus.Foreign country; students are admitted according to their field of interest & they believe in skills.A student will independently develop creativity, interest in research & improve there language efficiency are some of the major advantages.

 Take in a New Culture

Many students who choose to study abroad are leaving their home for the first time. When they arrive in their new host country, they are fascinated by the distinct cultural perspectives. When you study abroad you will find incredible new foods, customs, traditions, and social atmospheres.

You will find that you have a better understanding and appreciation You will have the opportunity to witness a completely new way of life. By choosing study abroad a student will earn in the young age along with studies make them more proficient in networking with more people adjusting with new environment.

Hone Your Language Skills

Studying abroad grants you the opportunity to completely immerse yourself in a new language, and there is no better way to learn than to dive right in. In addition to the considerable language practice you will get just in day to day life, your host university will likely offer language courses to provide you with a more formal education. Immerse yourself in a new culture and go beyond a purely academic experience.

Learn self-reliance

Moving abroad is the ultimate test in self-reliance. When (or if) you move back, you’ll likely rely on others less and you’ll take more responsibility for yourself. & getting opportunity to earn along with studies that give you more confidence, maturity, customer handling skills .

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 Career Opportunities

When you finish your study abroad program you can earn a new perspective on culture, language skills, a great education, and a willingness to learn. Along with the skills will get lot of job opportunities with settlement options in host countries & other countries.

 Personal Development

There is nothing quite like being on your own in a foreign country. You might find that studying abroad really brings out your independent nature. Students who study abroad become explorers of their new nation and really discover the curiosity and excitement that they harbor. A benefit to studying abroad is the opportunity to discover you while gaining an understanding of a different culture. Being in a new place by yourself can be overwhelming at times, and it tests your ability to adapt to diverse situations while being able to problem solve.

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Networking

Getting in to the host country, students get more exposure & due networking with different nationalities they collect more information’s on culture /opportunities / PR info etc easily. Eventually you will find a job and career, and the opportunity to study abroad may turn out to be a once in a life time opportunity.

 Find New Interests

If you are still questioning why to study abroad, you should know that studying in a different country offers many new activities and interests that you may never have discovered if you’d stayed at home. You might find that you have an as-yet undiscovered talent for hiking, water sports, snow skiing, golf, or various other new sports you may never have tried back home.

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 Increase your international job prospects

While you can always go home at the end of your time as an international student, many choose to stay put and apply for a working visa. Even if you return home or decide to seek work elsewhere, the international experience provided by studying abroad is likely to be looked on favorably by employers.