April 29 2016, 14.23 PM IST || Pocket News Alert
28 April 2016, Chennai:
Australian Trade Commission, British Council, Campus-France, Education USA (USIEF) and Nuffic Neso India (Study in Holland) jointly presents a higher education fair on Saturday 7 May 2016 at Hotel Savera, Mylapore, Chennai from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
This is an excellent opportunity for students and parents to get authentic information about higher education prospects in these countries from the official sources. Education advisers of Australia, France, Holland, UK and the U.S will talk about the university application process and studying and living in their respective countries. Student alumni from these countries will also share their personal experiences and interact with the audience. Visitors can test their knowledge at the country quiz and win attractive prizes.
Programme Schedule
2 p.m. - 2.30 p.m. Registration
2.30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Know your country quiz
3 p.m. - 3.30 p.m. Panel discussion with student alumni
3.30 p.m. onwards Visitors can have a one-on-one interaction with the official country representatives
The event is open to all. Entry is free.
Visitors can register at http://bit.ly/1MNvLrI
Pre-registration is highly recommended. Visitors can also register on the spot at the venue.
Official Representatives
Vijay Subramanian
Australian Trade Commission, (Australian Education) Chennai
vijay.subramanian@austrade.gov.au
Archana Mahishi
Campus-France Chennai
chennai@india-campusfrance.org
Sudha Sudeep
NUFFIC- NESO desk – (Study in Holland)
s.sudeep@nesoindia.org
Sonu Hemanii
British Council, Chennai (UK Education)
Sonu.hemanii@in.britishcouncil.org
Shanthi Mohan
EducationUSA Center
United States- India Educational Foundation (USIEF) Chennai
shanthi@usief.org.in
About The Australian Trade Commission
The Australian Trade Commission – Austrade – contributes to Australia's economic prosperity by helping Australian businesses, education institutions, tourism operators, governments and citizens as they:
• develop international markets
• win productive foreign direct investment
• promote international education
• strengthen Australia's tourism industry
• seek consular and passport services.
Austrade delivers international marketing and promotion services to the Australian education sector. This includes positioning Australian education through the international education brand, Future Unlimited. Future Unlimited highlights the global relevance, practicality and quality of Australian institutions, along with their innovation, creativity and focus on the future.
Australia is the 3rd most popular international student destination in the world, accounting for 7 out of the top 100 Universities in the world. Australia has over 22000 courses across 39 universities and around 1100 institutions, including specialist tertiary institutions. Engineering and technology, medicine, life & agricultural sciences, environmental science, accounting and finance disciplines are the most sought after education programs. Australia is also a significant international education destination for emerging careers in areas ranging from technology, digital, robotics, media & entertainment, scientific research, health, future materials, etc. Australian qualifications are recognised across the globe by leading professional associations and employers.
Australia has five of the 30 best cities in the world for students based on student mix, affordability, quality of life, and employer activity – all important elements for students when choosing the best international study destination. For more information, please visit www.studyinaustralia.gov.au
About Campus France
Campus France is a part of Institute Francais en Inde (IFI) – French Embassy – that supports students at each step in their educational journey through France which involves:
• Information Gathering
• Guidance in choosing programs
• Financial aids – scholarships and the source of assistance
• Applying for admission
• Visa Request
• Preparation for Departure
• Welcome upon Arrival at France
Our Offices are located in all major cities in India: Chennai, Kochi, Hyderabad , Bangalore ,Ahmadabad, Delhi , Mumbai and Kolkata. The Managers play the role of counsellors to Indian students, educating and aiding them about higher education, life in France and Visa process.
Campus France present in 5 major locations on France takes charge to assist International students with administrative and regulatory procedures, manage student grants , student housing ,health coverage and monitor student progress.
For further information visit: www.inde.campusfrance.org/en/
About Nuffic Neso India
Nuffic's Netherlands Education Support Office (Neso) India is the official representative of Dutch Higher Education Institutions in India. It specifically caters to the needs of prospective Indian students who are planning to study abroad, by providing credible and accurate information about studying in Holland. Based out of Chennai and Bangalore, Nuffic Neso India is responsible for the following activities in India:
1. Promoting Dutch Higher Education Institutions (DHEIs) in India
2. Conducting Market Research in order to analyse current trends in the education sector.
3. Promote and Develop Alumni Relations in India
For further information on our activities in India,
About British Council
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We work in 110 countries worldwide to build engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas between people. We work in the arts, education, science, sport and governance and last year we reached over 128 million people.
We work in more than 100 countries and our 7,000 staff – including 2,000 teachers – work with thousands of professionals and policy makers and millions of young people every year by teaching English, sharing the arts and delivering education and society programmes. The British Council is recognised across India for its network of 9 libraries and cultural centres. We offer a range of specialised projects in arts, education, exams, English language and society to audiences across India and more than 100,000 members. We also provide access to English language training and learning for both students and teachers, offer UK qualifications in India and enable opportunities to study in the UK.
We also manage prestigious scholarships and training awards, including the Jubilee scholarships, the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan and the Charles Wallace India Trust awards. Our English language teaching centres in Chennai, Delhi and Kolkata provide a range of general and business English classes, specialised skills based programmes and young learner courses. We work with a wide range of Indian partners in cities all over India enabling British and Indian experts to meet and collaborate and to nurture mutually beneficial relationships.
A quarter of our funding comes from a UK government grant and we earn the remainder from services which customers pay for, education and development contracts we bid for, and from partnerships. For more information, please visit: http://www.britishcouncil.in/. You can also keep in touch with the British Council through twitter.com/inbritish and http://blog.britishcouncil.org/.
About Education USA @ United States – India Educational Foundation (USIEF)
EducationUSA is a global network of advising centers in 170 countries that is supported by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). In India, EducationUSA Centers at the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) actively promote U.S. higher education by providing information about educational institutions in the U.S. and guidance to qualified individuals on how best to access the opportunities. EducationUSA Centers reach prospective student audiences through education fairs and outreach events at schools, universities, and other public venues. Extending outreach beyond personal interaction, the EducationUSA network reaches millions of students through websites, webinars, and social media platforms to provide accurate, comprehensive and current information about studying in the United States. Please see www.educationusa.state.gov for more information
USIEF was established in 1950 under a bilateral agreement on educational exchange between India and the United States. In addition to hosting the EducationUSA program, USIEF promotes mutual understanding between Indians and Americans through the educational exchange of outstanding scholars, professionals, and students under the umbrella of Fulbright, Fulbright-Nehru and other prestigious grants & scholarships. For more information, please visit www.usief.org.in.