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June 11, 2012

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Going overseas to earn a foreign diploma or degree is the dream of millions of Indian students. Although the country has made significant advancements in the education sector, a foreign qualification still holds its allure. The United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Germany and Canada are some of the favourite destinations where Indian students flock to. If you are one of those aspiring students wanting to go abroad for a coveted foreign qualification here are some tips to how to go about it.

 

The US

Students can source information regarding the USA from the United States Educational Foundation in India commonly called USIEF. USIEF advising centers are located at New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai.

 

The USIEF centers also administer the following tests at their respective locations :

 

New Delhi: SAT I, SAT II, PSAT and AP tests

 

Mumbai: AP tests

 

Kolkata: SAT I and SAT II

 

Chennai:SAT I and SAT II

 

Undergraduate Study

 

English Proficiency Exams

 

International students whose native language is not English may be required to take a test to establish their English language proficiency. Students should visit individual college websites for more information. Options include:

 

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

 

IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

 

PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic)

 

SAT/ACT

 

US universities may require students to take either the SAT Reasoning Test OR ACT. The most competitive US universities may require students to take the SAT Reasoning Test and 2-3 SAT Subject Exams OR the ACT with Writing. Some US universities do not require any admissions tests.

 

If the US universities to which you apply accept both the SAT and ACT, it is a personal choice as to which to take. Choose the test that you will do best on.

 

AP Exams

Advanced Placement Exams are college-level undergraduate exams that test an applicant's knowledge of a particular subject. Participating US colleges and universities may grant college credit to Indian students who score well on these exams. USIEF administers the AP Exams in May.

 

PSAT

The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) is a standardized test that provides an opportunity for international students to practice taking the SAT. The PSAT is administered by USIEF.

 

Please check the websites of individual universities to learn which tests are required for admission. It is important that you begin test preparation well in advance. An examination fee needs to be paid to take each of these tests. Check the websites of the admission tests for detailed information.

 

In addition there are graduate and post doctoral studies also available in the US. Log on to: http:// www.usief.org. in/New-Delhi- (Head-Office ).aspx

 

The United Kingdom

The most popular undergraduate qualifications are the Bachelor's degrees (also called undergraduate or first degrees ), which are now required for entry into a wide range of careers in the UK and other countries. British degree programmes incorporate the most upto-date subject developments. Many universities and colleges now co-operate to deliver degree courses, and this has further increased the number and variety of courses and study environments. For English proficiency one has to take IELTS or International English Language Testing System.

 

UG Studies in the UK

Undergraduate applications are processed through the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service), a centralised clearing agency. For UCAS forms log on to http:// www.ucas.com

 

International applicants

If you are applying from outside the UK or EU, whatever your nationality, you need to be aware of the three application deadlines, although many universities and colleges will consider your application up until June 30. This does not apply to applications for the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, courses in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or veterinary science. For all of these, you must apply by October 15.

 

Universities and colleges do not guarantee to consider applications they receive after January 15, and some popular courses may not have vacancies after that date. Please check with individual universities and colleges if you are not sure. You are advised to apply as early as possible.

 

Remember to allow enough time for entry clearance or immigration ; also travel and accommodation arrangements , which can take longer during the summer when immigration departments are busy. If you think you may be assessed as a 'home' student (UK or EU) for tuition fees, you should apply by the relevant deadline at the top of the page.

 

Several countries require their citizens to complete mandatory military or national service. If this affects you, check with universities and colleges in advance to discuss when you should apply. You can defer through UCAS for a maximum of one year. It would be useful to include information on your military or national service in your personal statement.

 

Also log on to: www.britishcouncil. org/india.htm

 

Australia

According to Australian High Commission estimates, the number of Indian students studying in Australia has also grown rapidly over the past few years. The end of year Indian student enrolment data 2009 shows that 1,20,913 Indian students had enrolled to undertake an Australian qualification in 2009. India is now the second top-source country for Australia's international education industry. Log on to www.studyinaustralia. gov.au; http:// www.india. embassy. gov.au/ndli/study.html; and, www.aaeri.org

 

France and Germany

In France one can choose among universities offering academic or technical programmes or specialized schools offering engineering, management among other courses. By logging onto the given website you will get to know all about the study programmes available, as well as scholarships and financial help. There are two types of institutions of higher education in Germany: Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences. Universities are research-oriented . The Universities of Applied Sciences are professional institutions. For France log on to: http:// www.inde. campusfrance.org/en For Germany log on to: http:// newdelhi .daad.de/

 

Canada

Canada is fast catching up with other nations to be among one of the best education destinations. For all information on studying in Canada have a look at the website of High Commission of Canada to India . Log on to: www.canadainternational .gc.ca/india-inde /index.aspx

 

UAE

Although it cannot be compared with the aforementioned countries as a popular educational destination as of now, the fact that lakhs of Indians are working in UAE, in Sharjah, Dubai among other cities, there is a lot of potential for educational ties to grow. There are lots of universities welcoming international students . Log on to: http:// www.uaeinteract . com/education/links.asp



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Media Release
June 12,2020

Mangaluru: Agnes Towards Community (ATC) is a five-year old project of social responsibility undertaken by St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru to give their students a taste for community service before they leave the portals of the College.  For this purpose the College has adopted five villages in the vicinity of Mangaluru, namely Harekala, Amblamogaru, Munnuru, Kotekar and Hosabettu.  The ATC programmes are undertaken on saturdays wherein all the final year students as guided by their staff members are given hands on experience of community interaction and service.  The four saturdays in a month are divided to plan, prepare, execute and evaluate the whole service exercise.

The year 2019-20 saw a major change in the format of the project. The Science and Arts faculty came together with projects based on the syllabus of study and apply it for their service learning activity.  This was done with the dual purpose of helping students to learn the topic practically in a real social set up and to identify and render useful scientific based practical solutions to the problems faced by the villagers.  

One such problem is water purity. Since water plays an important role in maintaining the human health and welfare, water quality testing is important because it identifies contaminants and prevents water borne diseases. In this regard, Departments of Chemistry and Microbiology took up a project on water analysis.   The major objectives of the project were: 1. To provide hands on experience on water analysis, a topic learnt by the students in their course of study.  2. To test the potability of water sources of the villages, so that the scientific and practical solutions can be provided, wherever needed.  

The first village chosen for the study was Amblamogaru.  The two batches of students (20 students in each batch) were led by Mrs.Prajwal Rao, Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology and Ms.Smitha, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry. They were assisted by Ms.Hezil Saldanha, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry in carrying out the project. 

The water samples from different sources were collected in sterilised glass bottles. The students were enthusiastic in collecting water samples and also interacted with the village folk regarding the availability of drinking water supplies. The students under the guidance of faculty carried out the experiments in water analysis in Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratories at St Agnes College. This included testing for parameters such as pH, conductivity, total hardness and turbidity, presumptive, confirmed and completed Coliform test. From chemical analysis, it is found that all parameters satisfy the standards of potable water. Microbiological analysis showed that the water samples were potable for human consumption (No faecal contamination observed). 

The project has been envisaged to help the villagers to have recourse to the information on the results of the tests conducted. The water samples collected for the analysis were found to be potable for human consumption. If the water samples not been found to be potable, the departments had strategized to guide the villagers on useful scientific and practical solutions wherever needed.

This project of Agnes Towards Community (ATC) helped students to go beyond classroom learning, develop practical skills, disseminate knowledge and render service to the community. This activity also provided direct and relevant experiences to the students that deepened and enriched their learning abilities.

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News Network
August 9,2020

The core objective of the new National Education Policy (NEP), which has given freedom for amalgamation of different concepts, will be translated into action through the National Curriculum Framework, CBSE director said on Friday.

CBSE Director Biswajit Saha made the comments during an e-conclave on the new NEP organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

“The core objective of the policy will be translated into action through the National Curriculum Framework (NCF), which needs more participatory approach. The policy has given freedom for amalgamation of different concepts and multidisciplinary approach. The NCF will give a roadmap for implementation of reforms laid down in the policy,” he said.

Saha said the training required for competency-based education and learning outcomes can be achieved with progressive participation of stakeholders.

“There could be a debate about the training required for competency-based education and learning outcomes but once we have decided we want to do it, it can be achieved with progressive participation of stakeholders. It is a forward-looking policy,” the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) director said.

The NEP approved by the Union Cabinet replaces the 34-year-old National Policy on Education framed in 1986 and is aimed at paving the way for transformational reforms in school and higher education systems to make India a global knowledge superpower.

Choice between 3 or 4 year undergraduate courses, multiple entry and exit options in degree courses, adding 3.5 crore seats in higher education institutions, which will now have a single regulator, discontinuation of M.Phil programmes and fixation of fees are among the higher education reforms outlined in the new NEP.

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Agencies
July 3,2020

New Delhi, Jul 3: The Delhi High Court on Friday refused to entertain a plea challenging Karnataka government's decision to impose a 25 percent domicile reservation in the National Law School of India University in Bengaluru.

A division bench of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice Subramonium Prasad observed that the impugned law is passed by the State of Karnataka, and the respondent university is also situated in Karnataka.

The court granted liberty to the petitioner to move the appropriate forum with their grievances.

The Karnataka Assembly had passed the National Law School of India (Amendment) Act, 2020 in March this year, which provided a 25 per cent horizontal reservation for students of Karnataka in the NLSIU.

The High Court observed that the main contesting parties in the present case were the NLSIU and the Karnataka Government. As the court did not show any interest in entertaining the plea, the petitioner withdrew the plea.

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