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Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations for college students looking to study or intern abroad. With its Mediterranean climate, Modernist architecture and bustling business center, it isn’t hard to see why. Our team narrowed it down to the top six reasons why you should go to Barcelona at least once in your life. Here are a few (of the many!) reasons why going to Barcelona belongs on your bucket list: The City Barcelona is located in the southeastern region of Spain known as Catalonia. Bordering the Mediterranean Sea, summertime in Barcelona is particularly excellent, whether you’re interested in…
In 2022, more than 6,000 Indian students chose Ireland as their study-abroad destination at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, according to the data provided by the Embassy of Ireland. The Irish education system claims to offer diverse programmes spanning various disciplines. It claims to place a strong emphasis on fostering collaboration between academia and industry, which is achieved through internships, placements and research opportunities, Brendan Ward, Irish Ambassador to India, told FE Education. “One more benefit available to Indian students in Ireland is the opportunity for English language education. Since English serves as the primary medium of instruction, Indian students…
Last Updated on November 10, 2021 by AIFS Abroad Spend your summer studying Spanish language and environmental science in Costa Rica, one of the most sustainable countries in the world! Home to rainforests, hot springs, volcanoes, beaches and fascinating wildlife, Costa Rica is an ideal destination for students looking to study environmental science and sustainability abroad. Despite having a land area of just 19,700 square miles (smaller than the state of West Virginia!), Costa Rica is home to 5% of the Earth’s biodiversity. Plus, Costa Rica takes sustainable policies seriously – they are committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by…
LaGuardia Community College/CUNY has received $350,000 from the New York State Office of Strategic Workforce Development/Empire State Development to expand job training in renewable energy and construction. The grant will enable LaGuardia to install an offshore wind training tower and new facilities to boost electrical, plumbing, HVAC and offshore wind training programs on campus. The new facilities will cut down on waitlists; expose students to more tools and equipment and have more opportunities to practice hands-on skills; introduce new day, evening and weekend classes. And being on-campus will give students convenient access to LaGuardia’s extensive student support services. In addition,…
Last Updated on June 5, 2023 by William L. Gertz Students are studying abroad and traveling again! Since we all may be a little out-of-practice, we wanted to share some tips for travel from William L. Gertz, an experienced traveler (and AIFS Chairman!). Whether this is your first trip or your twentieth, you need information to develop your own travel style. Here are a few things I have learned during my many years of travel across the globe. Feel free to incorporate a few as you plan your adventures this year. Don’t try and do too much or the entire…
Do you like to study – and like to ski or snowboard? Are you just as into learning as you are into hitting the slopes? Then, you’ve come to the right place, as today I’m happy to present to you what I deem to be the ten best colleges and universities in North America for smart skiers and snowboarders. While some of these colleges are well known to be top ranked institutions, others often fly under the radar of traditional rankings lists. While they may differ in overall selectivity and prestige, all of these colleges are in close (enough) proximity…
Last Updated on June 5, 2023 by AIFS Abroad Each year, we celebrate all things international education and study abroad during International Education Week. In 2021, the week of recognition falls during November 15-19. Why is international education important? We surveyed our team from our program locations around the world — as well as our HQ staff in Annapolis, MD and Stamford, CT — to find out why they felt international education is so important for college students to experience. Hear their thoughts: “International education is important because…” “… we need globally educated citizens to help solve some of the…
(The Free Press Journal publishes articles by study abroad consultants, Consulates, foreign universities, international students, and much more every Saturday to give its readers a glimpse of the world of overseas education.) Studying abroad can be a rewarding and enriching experience for Indian students who want to pursue higher education in different fields and disciplines. However it can also be expensive, especially in countries with high tuition fees, living costs, or exchange rates. Therefore, many Indian students look for scholarships and financial aid options that can help them make overseas education more affordable.Scholarships and financial aid can cover part or…
Last Updated on June 16, 2023 by AIFS Abroad Studying abroad or doing an international internship provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture while expanding your academic horizons. For many LGBTQIA+ students interested in studying or interning abroad, it’s important to choose from cities that offers a welcoming and friendly environment. In this blog post, we’ll explore some popular LGBTQIA+ friendly study abroad cities and destinations, highlighting their local communities, supportive organizations and exciting cultural experiences. Here are just a few of the many cities that LGBTQIA+ students who study abroad tell us they love: Berlin,…
ANI | Updated: Jul 22, 2023 13:17 IST VMPLNew Delhi [India], July 22: The Founder of Aim Britz Study Abroad, Al Ameen Mohammed Ali, has achieved a remarkable feat by organizing the largest overseas education seminar to date. A total of 1,561 students gathered at the TKM College of Engineering in Kollam, Kerala, to attend the seminar focused on overseas education opportunities. This groundbreaking event, confirmed on April 24, 2023, underscores Aim Britz’s commitment to assisting Indian students in pursuing admission to universities abroad.Founded in 2018 and officially registered in 2020, Aim Britz Study Abroad has quickly become a distinguished…