INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Changing Trends & Popular Destinations PANEL DISCUSSION -SCHOOL EDUCATION AT CROSS ROADS: CHALLENGES AHEAD 13th November, 2010 Vanita Uppal Secondary School Principal The British School, New Delhi The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
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The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. Developing Citizens of the world The concept of International Education in regard to students refers to education that transcends national borders through the exchange of people, as in study abroad and student exchange programmes. The purpose is to develop a comprehensive approach to education that prepares students to be active and engaged participants in an interconnected world. The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Popular Subject Choices: Current Trends 1. Liberal Arts 2. Economics 3. Business Relations 4. Engineering ( including Computer Science) 5. Art & Design 6. International Relations & Politics The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Alternative Opportunities: Related Career Options Business Studies: Management Science, Accounting and Finance, International Business, Organisational Studies, Economics Politics: Law, International Relations, Government Studies, Sociology, Economics Medicine: Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Studies, Microbiology Mathematics: Statistics Engineering : Mechanical, Electrical And Electronic Computer Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Nanotechnology, Civil, Automotive English: Literature and Language, Classical Languages, Comparative Literary Studies, Film and Television Studies, Theatre Studies History: Philosophy, Sociology The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Alternative Opportunities: Related Career Options Pure Subjects (Rigorous): Math, Physics, Chemistry (EVSS not considered a pure lab science in USA and UK) Joint Courses: Popular with students choosing to study abroad. The most interesting combinations of subjects can be studied. For eg: Law and Business, PPE (Politics, Philosophy and Economics), MORSE (Mathematical, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics), English and Film Studies The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Requirements of Ivy League and Tier 1 Universities US Universities Subject Selection at Year 12 stage (or after 10th Board) English: 4 yrs Fine Arts: 2 yrs Social Studies: 3 yrs (Recommended History) Math: 3 yrs (4 yrs recommended) Science: 2 yrs including life and physical science ( 3 yrs recommended) World Language: 2 yrs of the same language ( 3 yrs recommended) Standardised Testing and its Timing Strong essay writing skills The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Requirements of Ivy League and Tier 1 Universities UK Universities At least one higher level essay writing subject (aside from English) English Literature applicants need Higher level English or Elective English (CBSE) or English in Literature (ISC) Clearly want academic subjects for academic courses. Strong essay writing skills The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Pitfalls of Tier 2 Universities Recognition/value in the job market Classes taught by teaching assistants Lack of availability of research facilities Personal adjustments issues Lower number of international students The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Opportunities at Tier 2 Universities Funding and scholarships availability Smaller class size Less demanding curriculum The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
Scholarship Programmes United Kingdom: Negligible Canada: Some funding opportunities for international students – India Awards (University of Toronto and Simon Fraser University both have 1 scholarship reserved for Indian students) Leadership Awards (where the school nominates a student – very prestigious) United States of America: There is partial and full funding available for exceptional students. Need based and merit based scholarships Athletic scholarship The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018
How Can We Help This Process 18/11/2018 How Can We Help This Process Nurture Identities Summer Courses in Foreign Universities Extra Curricular Activities/ Community Service/ Work Experience Networking Early Intervention The finest British and international education with an Indian soul. 18/11/2018