Recent Student Visa Trends in Popular Destinations

In the world of today, students have a lot of options as to what to study and where. The education system has a course for someone who wishes to dwell in the supply chain data or the ones who are interested in differential equations. Or even occult studies for that matter. There is practically nothing that we are curious about and cannot learn further. So much so, that these courses have established stagnant jobs in parts of the world. There is so much to grasp and experience. And it all begins with a student visa. To rekindle the alteration and degradation in the countries’ economic and education systems, the regulations and policies around visas keep developing.

In this blog post, we discuss the recent trends in popular study destinations and the impact of their student visa(s).

The United States of America

The USA consistently remains one of the most desired places to study, work or travel. It has a strong reputation for its academia. Students in the USA can choose from its wide array of courses and universities. About 5 of the 10 top universities in the world like Harvard, Stanford and MIT are in the USA. As they continue to attract students from over 150 countries, there has been a shift in the choice of courses of their applicants. The US economy has witnessed development in its engineering and technology sectors. Following the advancement, students too are getting inclined towards STEM courses. Students aspiring to study science, technology, mathematics and engineering courses are rising to reflect on the career options available in the US.

Read: USA Student Visa New Rules & Policies 2024

Canada

Canada is known for its welcoming atmosphere, multicultural society and high-end lifestyle. The government is working on reshaping the experience of international students. Notably, Canada needs more immigrants. As a result, they have implemented policies to benefit international students who wish to study and work in Canada. With the recent changes in their visa policy, they have made it easier for them to attain permanent residency after a couple of years of working in Canada. With this growing trend, Canada aims to resolve its population issue and stabilise its economy. Regardless, it has made the country more appealing to international students than ever.

Read: SDS and Non-SDS Visa Processes

Australia

The stunning lands of Australia act as the foundation for its 43 universities. Impressively, 38 of these universities rank well on the global scale. While 5 of them are in the top #50, they rank no less than #1000 in the QS World Universities Rankings and the Times Higher Education Global Rankings. As the cherry on the top, it has stunning scenery, inclusion of varied cultures and a fine taste in coffee. Factually, it is a country where you can go to the beach or the mountains on the same day! Consequently, Australia is gaining a lot of credit and attention among international students. In effect, the government is attempting to streamline the application processes so students can get on board more efficiently. The process is now completely online so students can apply from anywhere at any hour.

Read: Everything Students Should Know About the Australian Culture

The United Kingdom

The UK is the closest to India. Geographically and culturally. While studying in the UK, students often comment on how closely the culture and traditions resemble that of India. Not to mention, the large Indian population in the country. Universities like Oxford and Cambridge have maintained a sterling reputation over the decades. They coupled with the other reputed universities in the UK attract Indian students across multiple [programs and disciplines. To support that, the UKVI has reintroduced their post-study work visa with more liberty to its graduates. As the application process gets easier, students apply to study in the UK with a longer vision than earlier.

Read: IELTS vs IELTS UKVI: Understanding the Difference

Other Emerging Destinations

Countries like Ireland and Germany have an emerging popularity among Indian students. While Ireland has enticing work opportunities, Germany has free education and intensive research programs. Almost all of Ireland’s universities bode well for the career. Apart from these destinations, Asian countries have also up their game. The education system in Singapore, Hong Kong and South Korea has seen massive growth over the past decade. Some of their universities even make it to world rankings! Consequently, students choose their universities to indulge in their cutting-edge research and technological prowess. As they are closer to home and more affordable than the Western options, their popularity is only likely to grow as their quality of education does.

Read: Understanding the Student Visa Requirement for Ireland

Conclusion

As the student visa processes evolve, students and study consultants need to be on their toes to evaluate their current strategies. They need to stay updated with the latest developments to make (or help make) informed decisions. Early preparation is crucial now more than ever. As the competition rises too, students need to make sure to meet both the deadlines and the requirements. Gone are days were document accuracy meant reapplications. In this cutthroat competition, there might not be enough time to evaluate the mistakes. They need strategic planning in terms of finances, documentation and management, English tests and other entrance tests and so on. That being said, getting an education consultant on board could save both time and money.

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