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Contents - April 2009


Subject focus
Ielts and Toefl in the USA and Canada
Ielts and Toefl preparation courses are a popular option with international students wanting to go on to higher education in North America or other English speaking destinations. Bethan Norris finds out the latest trends.


News
Canadian public school group launches website
Manitoba launches international strategy
Europe plans university league table

Feedback
University student feedback
Thousands of students study in universities in the UK, USA and Canada each year. Below is a snapshot of a survey comparing feedback from a small selection of international students studying in these popular English speaking destinations.

Mini Guide
New Zealand high schools
With international students warmly accepted, New Zealand offers an immersive English environment, a robust education system and a wide range of institutions, some of which are detailed below.


Contents - March 2009


Feature
Incoming education consultants in the USA
There are a large number of US-based education consultants that advise international students about studying in a high school in the USA. Many focus primarily on placements for home students but international placements are also a growing sector of their businesses. Bethan Norris reports.


News
Fall in Korean won affects students’ plans
South Australia wants more students
British Boarding Schools Workshop grows

Destination Analysis
UK higher education
A challenging economic environment and visa changes are concerning UK high education institutions, as Bethan Norris finds out.

Mini Guide
High schools in Australia
Attending high school in a foreign country can be a daunting propsect but by sampling different cultures and an alternative curriculum, overseas students can gain some valuable life experience. Courses comes in various guises including academic prep., summer academic prep. and full- time exam courses.