Issue: May 07, 2012   (Archive)
Saturday, May 18, 2013   

Canadian camp out
Students always want to play during their holidays but parents prefer them to be doing something constructive. The University of British Columbias Environmental and Leadership Development Camp will satisfy both.



It's not always all about the money
Today we will be looking at visas and funding for those who wish to study in Australia. As with most nations, international students from Hong Kong who want to study in Australia will need a student visa. This needs to be applied for well in advance of the start of your course.

Getting that offer for Australia
Let's imagine that you have decided to pursue higher education in Australia, and you have a fair idea of what you would like to study and where. How should you proceed?

Find the right fit
Studying in the UK or United States may be the aim of most Hong Kong students but which is the right fit? Education consultant Jennifer Ma Yin-wai, who co- founded Arch Academy with former banking colleague Jennifer Yu Ngar-wing, says the choice is obvious once you know the personality of the student.

The first steps toward applying for Australia
Applying for higher education in Australia is slightly different than other countries. Today we'll be considering some of the basic facts you need to know if you're considering studying Down Under.

A tiny peep into the future
Here's a challenge for secondary school students: what do you see yourself doing when you're 28?

Dare to dream
Hong Kong students don't have dreams - they have targets. That's the verdict of City University professor Alex Tham Koy-siong. And he should know, as he's also the university's senior coordinator for admissions at the Office of the Provost.

Australia: home of the 'Future Unlimited' education
If you are deliberating an international education at tertiary level, Australia can provide many benefits beyond pleasing weather and beautiful beaches.

In Dublin's fair city
today we will be looking at the Irish capital, Dublin, and the kind of educational opportunities it offers international students.

Man of spirit
When people talk about doing things singlehandedly, they don't mean it literally. But Derek Ko Chi-kin does. Ko lost his right arm when he was 12 - but he never let that stop him from doing all the things he wanted to do.

Luck of the Irish
In Ireland, education is free for all levels from kindergarten to university. Nearly all universities in Ireland have the same requirements, application process and tuition fees for international students.



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