Monthly Archives: October 2010
Returning Home – French in Normandy.
French in Normandy has offered a winning combination to those wishing to learn French or to improve their language skills. We are a French Government recognised French Language School. We provide first rate teaching in a warm and friendly study … Continue reading
Study abroad for schools
A mount of History in Nova Scotia
Mount St Vincent University in Halifax Nova Scotia Canada sits proudly above the City overlooking the Halifax Harbour. Standing proudly, it is a University founded on history and traditions of success dating back to the 1800’s. Affectionately referred to as … Continue reading
Travel Advice for South Africa from the FCO
There is a very high level of crime, but the most violent crimes occur in townships and isolated areas away from the normal tourist destinations. The standard of driving is variable and there are many fatal accidents. The World Health … Continue reading
190,000 fail to get university place !
190,000 applicants to UK universities failed to get a place this year, a higher proportion than ever before, Ucas figures reveal; reports bbc online After clearing, 188,697 applicants were unplaced, up from 139,520 last year. While 22% of hopefuls missed … Continue reading
Student Abroad in South Africa
In South Africa Prior to 1994, international cooperation as an aspect of South African higher education was greatly restricted as a consequence of the country’s political and economic isolation. However, after 1994, South Africa reintegrated rapidly into the world economy … Continue reading
New Zealand, the 7in7 Challenge
The 2010 New Zealand 7in7 Challenge is running from 28 November – 4 December this year, and runners will battle it out on the rough, tough terrain of the Southern Lakes District. The 7in7 Challenge is a seven day trail-running … Continue reading
Study German at the Humboldt-Institut
The Humboldt-Institut e.V. is a non-profit association established in 1977 for teaching German as a foreign language. In the three-plus decades of its existence, over 35,000 students from 154 countries have taken part in the Institute’s intensive language courses. From … Continue reading
Spending Review: Universities braced for deep cuts
Universities in England are preparing for cuts of more than £4bn in the government’s Spending Review – with deep reductions in teaching budgets. Universities UK has warned of “misplaced and mistimed cuts”, with expected cuts of about £3bn for teaching … Continue reading
So, you want to Study Abroad? (via Student Abroad Magazine)
After mum's tears, your friend’s telling you that you’re crazy or that you’ll never do it, your dad warning you that you can’t afford it and your wise old gran saying ‘you’re only young once’, the dust has settled and … Continue reading
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