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Contents - April 2009


Feature
High school summer
Using their own teachers, premises and resources, a number of high schools around the world offer high quality short-term summer courses, either for those planning on long-term enrolment at the school or those on the lookout for a unique summer study experience. Amy Baker reports.


News
US branch of university closes in UAE
US colleges concerned about Japanese dip
Numbers up 21 per cent in Australia

Destination Analysis
Making up for lost time in NZ
Education providers in New Zealand report that on the back of a successful 2008, student numbers from a wide range of markets have picked up, while PhD students are increasingly drawn to New Zealand because of a domestic pricing policy. Nicola Hancox reports.

Mini Guide
Ielts/Toefl prep in Australia




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.