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More University-Industry Collaborations Underway in Malaysia?
News International News
January 13, 2017

With preparing workforce-ready students a major priority for the world’s universities, Malaysia’s Higher Education Ministry is taking innovative steps to boost graduate employability.  Minister Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh recently announced plans to “redesign the sector” through a heightened commitment to cultivating industry collaborations, according to a report from the New Straits Times. Here’s a closer look at the plan.
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Australia Puts $3.9 Million Towards Women In STEM
News International News
January 10, 2017
With women vastly underrepresented in STEM in Australia, the Australian government recently awarded $3.9 million to universities and organizations that will focus on projects that encourage women and girls to get more involved in STEM studies—and careers.  Let’s take a closer look.&...
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UK to Get Critical Boost in Research Spending
News International News
January 6, 2017
Last month the UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Autumn Statement to Parliament, during which he announced the addition of an extra £2 billion (US$2.5 billion) per year for research and development funding through 2020-21. Here’s a closer look at how the money will be ...
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Are You Investing and Earning While in Grad School?
News International News
January 3, 2017
From astronomy to zoology, the fields of study pursued by graduate students are very different. But today’s diverse students all share at least one thing in common: They will eventually complete their degrees; enter the “real world;” and have to support themselves -- a daunting pro...
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NSF Urges STEM Students to Make a Difference
News International News
December 20, 2016
National Science Foundation Research Fellowship encourage students to make a positive impact on the world today—with a focus on innovative solutions to real-world problems.  Let’s take a closer look.
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Does Big Data Hold the Key to International Student Enrollments?
News International News
December 20, 2016
Big data is everywhere you turn these days. Is it all that surprising that it’s now penetrating the world of international student recruitment at the world’s colleges and universities? According to recent news from Times Higher Education,  big data and predictive analytics are poise...
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London Loudly Beckons to UK Grads
News International News
December 16, 2016
Grads have their pick of destinations in which to seek employment upon completion of their degrees. In the UK, however, a whopping 24 percent of them head to one city in particular, according to a recent report from the Centre for Cities: London. Let’s take a closer look at the data, why it&rs...
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Residency Applications Changing for Grad Students in Canada
News Visa International News
December 13, 2016
Canada’s graduate international students who succeed economically in Canada do not currently have an easy path to Canadian residency.  A new process, to be released in the coming months, will change that.  Let’s take a closer look.
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Canada’s International Student Population Increases by 8 Percent
News International News
December 9, 2016
Canada’s international student population rose by 8 percent in 2014-2015, according to the latest report by the Canadian Bureau for International Education.  Despite the increase, Canadian officials are worried—progress is slower than expected.  Take a closer look to find out w...
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Science Gets Major Funding Boost in the Czech Republic
News International News
December 6, 2016
Spending on research and development in the Czech Republic last year increased by a whopping 3.6 billion crowns, according to a report from the Prague Monitor Daily based on recently released data from the Czech Statistical Office (CSU). Just how much is being spent and where is it going? Here&rsquo...

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International Student Numbers Continue to Rise in the UK
January 22, 2019

New Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) figures reveal optimistic news about the number of foreign students in the UK: the overall number in the...

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Zambian Higher Education Ministry Adds 1,000 Scholarships
January 22, 2019

Zambia’s government recently announced it plans to provide 1,000 scholarships to five additional public universities. The funds are the result of lo...

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Experts Weigh In: Will Your Degree Help You Get a Job?
January 16, 2019

The 'skills gap' is a frequent topic of discussion for educators and employers alike. Which begs the question: are colleges sending their graduates ou...

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