Emma Sim

3 weeks ago | studyinternational.com | Emily Mar |Emma Sim

Studying abroad is definitely getting tougher for international students. The US, UK, Australia, and Canada — the traditional “Big Four” — have made things harder by increasing student visa fees and limiting the number of students allowed in. But not all is lost, especially since there are still plenty of other study destinations available. China stands out especially. With its fast-growing economy, the country holds plenty of promise, especially in industries like technology, finance, and business.

3 weeks ago | studyinternational.com | Emma Sim

In February 1966, then Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew opened the seminar “The role of universities in economic and social development” at the University of Singapore. He spoke about the need for teachers, administrators, and other professionals vital for post-independence Singapore. He stressed the importance of having strong science and technology faculties to boost a nation’s productive capacity.

1 month ago | studyinternational.com | Kai Cheng |Emma Sim

There’s no end to the list of reasons why Malaysians love studying in Australia. Top-ranked universities. Internationally recognised programmes and accreditations. A warm and welcoming community. An eight-hour flight away — considerably better than other popular study abroad destinations that take double that time.

1 month ago | studyinternational.com | Emma Sim

At Study International, we’re all about young people going places during the most important phase of their life: university. We’re obsessed with students moving to another country and not just finding their feet there but also slaying their academic goals, landing their dream internships, and living their best lives. For a long time, it felt like only countries like the US, UK, Australia, and Canada could offer these, especially among the rising middle-class families from China and India.

1 month ago | studyinternational.com | Emma Sim

Growing up with parents working in the hospitality industry, I’ve always been naturally drawn to the sector, and even had front-row seats when it came to a crashing halt during the pandemic. Thankfully, things have changed since then. What was once considered the slowest-recovering industry after the pandemic is now a booming market forecasted to grow around US$5.5 trillion in 2024 and beyond.