Category: Asia

How to Write A Winning Statement of Purpose with Samples

How to Write A Winning Statement of Purpose with Samples

Students who are seeking admission into schools need to write a statement of purpose. This statement of purpose shows your level of experience and the level of interest you have in the admissions board.

In this article, we will show you how to write a winning statement of purpose and provide samples.

Step-By-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Chinese Student Visa

Step-By-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Chinese Student Visa

How to Get the Chinese Student Visa (X1, X2) Guide
China offers a wonderful opportunity for international students to pursue an academic career and get fully funded scholarships. Higher education is popular in China because the Chinese government gives scholarships that can cover living expenses as well as tuition fees. In this article, I will share all the information you require to obtain your Chinese study visa (X1 and X2 types) if you’re getting ready for your semester in China, which will begin in September 2025.

The Rise of Alternative Japa Destinations: The Philippines (Part 2)

The Rise of Alternative Japa Destinations: The Philippines (Part 2)

Here are the highlights:
• Policy changes in Australia, Canada, and the UK are making students think twice about where they want to study abroad
• These destinations’ relatively expensive study and living costs are also a barrier for many prospective international students
• Alternative destinations are picking up market share of global outbound student mobility
• Poland and the Philippines are two examples of this trend

The Rise of Alternative Japa Destinations: Poland (Part 1)

The Rise of Alternative Japa Destinations: Poland (Part 1)

Here are the highlights:
• Policy changes in Australia, Canada, and the UK are making students think twice about where they want to study abroad
• These destinations’ relatively expensive study and living costs are also a barrier for many prospective international students
• Alternative destinations are picking up market share of global outbound student mobility
• Poland and the Philippines are two examples of this trend (read part 2 of this article for information on the Philippines)

8 Easiest Countries for Nigerian Students and Others, To Get PR After Studies 

8 Easiest Countries For Nigerian Students And Others, To Get PR After Studies
Some countries provide a smooth transition to permanent residency (PR) for international students after completing their studies, offering a blend of quality education, favourable immigration policies, and promising career prospects.

These nations are ideal destinations for Nigerian students and others seeking post-study stability abroad.

Japan Expands Its Foreign Worker Visa Programme for The First Time Since Inception

The Japanese government has expanded the skilled worker visa program to address labour shortages by admitting up to 820,000 foreigners in various sectors.

The Japanese government has expanded its foreign skilled worker visa program, aiming to address the nation’s shortage of drivers by granting more individuals access to extended stays of up to five years. As reported by the Japanese news agency Kyodo News, this move includes the addition of four new industries to the program, namely road and railway transportation, forestry, and timber sectors. This marks the first expansion of the visa program since its inception in 2019.

Japan Introduces New Visa Rules to Increase Job Opportunities for Foreign Students

Key Takeaways
• Japan has announced new visa rules in a bid to provide more foreign students to find jobs within the country.
• International students who graduated from state-designated technical schools can now work also in fields unrelated to their majors.
• A survey including 2,000 foreign students enrolled in technical schools in Japan, revealed that almost 75 percent wanted to work there.