Updates on the latest developments, trends, policies, and innovations shaping the education sector worldwide.
Canada increases work hours for international students. International students in Canada can now work additional hours during the academic term. Starting November 8, 2024, the Canadian government has raised the maximum weekly work limit from 20 to 24 hours. This change is designed to provide students with greater flexibility to balance their studies and part-time …
Universities enrolling foreign students with poor English – BBC Yasmin, a pseudonym, moved from Iran to pursue a master’s degree at a new university in the UK. She was surprised to find that many of her peers had limited English skills, with only a few being British. “How can students continue coursework without fully understanding …
UI VC advocates alumni support to sustain varsities The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, has urged for increased collaboration and support in the development of higher education institutions in Nigeria to ensure their long-term sustainability. Represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Peter Olapegba, he highlighted the diminishing role of state …