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In order to pass IELTS, you need to prepare long and hard. Test tasks and the structure of the exam itself are quite complex. That is why numerous courses for preparing for IELTS are very popular today, on which you will not only learn the procedure for testing, but also undergo the necessary practical training. However, such courses are not available to everyone, many prefer to prepare for the exam on their own, paying more attention to the most difficult tasks and adjusting the preparation to their knowledge and abilities. If you decide to prepare yourself for IELTS, then read the guidelines for preparing for each part of the exam. In the meantime, you can download brochures for free by clicking on the button of the country where you want to study! Books will be your main helpers in preparing for IELTS . Today, many publishers produce such manuals, and finding them in any bookstore is not a problem. True, in so many tutorials, it is not always easy to find the ones that will actual...

Many graduates are interested in the question: "Is it possible to go to study abroad immediately after grade 11?" Some of them have heard that not all universities accept foreigners who have just graduated from school, others are not sure of their level of English or are simply afraid of competition in the admission process. In short, there are more questions than answers. In this article we will try to figure out - is it really possible to start studying abroad after grade 11 and, most importantly, is it worth doing? Much depends on the country If you want to enter a foreign university after graduation, you probably know which country you would like to live and study in. Why not download university brochures for free? Just click on the picture: However, it is worth remembering that whether you can enroll in a foreign university immediately after graduating from a Russian school largely depends on the country and the rules of a particular educational institution. The fact...

In the era of global urbanization, architects are becoming more and more in demand. And, as experience shows, more and more Russian students strive to receive an architectural education abroad. This pleasure is not cheap. But there is a way out - funds and scholarship programs of universities. Our goal is to make it easier for you to find possible options and help you find a scholarship. From the general ... Erasmus Mundus Student exchange program. It was originally created for EU students, but is now extended to students from Russia. Go to the scholarship programs page, choose your specialty and the conditions most suitable for you. The rules and list of offers may change every year. Hill Foundation Scholarships The Hill Foundation awards scholarships at Oxford University specifically to students from Russia. The main criterion is the student's academic performance and high abilities. Preference is given to those who intend to return to Russia in the future and make their caree...

The first milestone on the way to the desired diploma can be considered passed at the moment when you have decided on the list of courses or educational programs, drawn up in accordance with your own rating of universities. The next step is to secure funding so that the training is, if not completely free, then at least partially compensated by a grant, scholarship or award. In the first part of the article “Grants and Scholarships : Instructions for Finding (Part 1)”, we talked about how fundraising is actually like a fundraising process - literally, hunting for benefits and compensation, when it is not only the possibility of obtaining this or that scholarship or grant, but also the program, the course for which you are looking for funds. Let's dwell on the difference between funding sources and consider their types in more detail. Educational grants The main type of scholarships and grants related to international students at foreign universities are government programs. To t...

What is a cover letter?  A motivation letter is a 1-page A4 essay that a student attaches to other documents when applying to a higher education institution. Depending on the university, the submission of a letter of motivation may be required at the undergraduate, graduate and even doctoral levels. Depending on the institution, this document may also be called a "statement of purpose" or "personal statement" in the list of entry requirements.  In the essay, the student should write about himself, talk about his merits, talents and why exactly he should be enrolled in the course. It is by the letter of motivation that the selection committee can judge the identity of the applicant, his goals and merits.  Most students, when applying for a university for the first time, are faced with the need to write an essay about themselves, so they often make mistakes. In this article, we will talk about the basic principles of writing a motivation letter and how to maintain...

What is a Master's Degree? Who Can Teach Master's Degree Abroad? The answers to these and many other questions are in our article.  What is a Master's Degree?  A master's degree is an academic degree following a bachelor's degree. Today, the majority of students around the world choose to continue their university studies at the master's level. Thus, you can deepen your knowledge, focus on the study of specific subjects and get a narrower specialization.  In a highly competitive labor market, graduates with a master's degree are more in demand among employers. In the USA, for example, the very concept of "higher education " is associated with a master's degree. Some students pursue their master's degrees from mainstream universities , others from specialized schools of law, business and medical schools.  Why study for a master's degree  Masters Abroad: A Guide to Searching and Admission  Master's degree  Master's studies are ...

Every year more and more people are thinking about getting an education abroad. And we are talking not only about the first stage of higher education , but also about the magistracy, postgraduate studies, summer and winter schools, refresher courses or the second specialization. However, things do not go beyond plans. This is due to the myth that foreign diplomas are only available to rich people or geniuses. But this is not the case.  Each graduate has a chance to receive a foreign grant or scholarship to study in their specialty. The main thing is to stock up on desire, perseverance in achieving goals and maintain self-confidence.  Very often, a future student of a Western university is separated from free education only by the willingness to take the first step and apply for a grant or take part in a competition for a scholarship, which can not only cover the costs of education, but also the cost of living in a foreign country.  Student Fundraising or Grant Hunt ...