POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Further limits international student numbers As part of several outlined changes to the country’s International Student Program, Canada imposes additional restrictions on international study permits, decreasing the number of study permits to 437,000 by 2025. Read more here. Australia | Universities slash their international student allocation cap As many as […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Introduces cap on international students Australia introduces a cap on international students to limit new enrolments to 270,000 for 2025. The government said that each higher education institution will be given an individual restriction to reduce overall migration. Read more here. Canada | Aims to reduce foreign worker intake The […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Pauses family visa salary hike to £38,700 for now The UK pauses the rule that aims to stop people earning under £38,700 from bringing foreign partners to Britain. Read more here. United States | Upholds rule allowing H-1B spouses to work in the country The United States has upheld […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | 28% drop in international student applications amid visa restriction The number of applications for sponsored study visas has fallen by 28%, with only 28,200 applications received in June 2024, a significant decrease from the 38,900 applications received in June 2023. Read more here. Canada | To cast greater onus […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Universities see a decline in their ratings As the UK higher education sector faces myriad challenges, more than half of British universities featured in a leading global ranking of academic institutions have seen their ratings slide this year. Read more here. United States | Expects record number of […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | UK universities sees declines in Indian students opting Master’s courses The number of Indian students opting for higher education in the UK has seen a decline, with official statistics released in London on Thursday indicating over 21,000 fewer Master’s degree applicants compared to the previous year. Read more […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Universities may face course closures and job cuts According to higher education leaders, universities in the UK will be forced to step up course closures and job cuts unless the government addresses a looming structural funding crisis in the sector. Read more here.    Australia | University students […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Higher education institutions face funding crisis The UK higher education stakeholders are exploring various funding models for undergraduate education over financial sustainability concerns, course cuts, and redundancies for higher education institutions. Read more here.    Canada | IRCC announces allocation of study permits for all provinces Immigration Refugees […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Hits record high in student visa denials The US rejected around 250,000 student visa requests last year, which is approx. 36% of all applications submitted last year, the highest denial rate in 20 years. Read more here.    United Kingdom | Reviews graduate visa route The UK government’s […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Indian students creating a boom for US universities Indian students showed a staggering 35% growth in enrolment for the academic year 2022-23 compared to the previous year, with nearly 269,000 Indian students enrolling at US universities. Read more here.    United Kingdom | International students number drop after […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Germany | Indian student enrollment surges in German universities In a new survey, after four years of decline, student enrolment in Germany has risen again slightly due to a modest increase in first-year international students. Read more here.    United Kingdom | Decline in overseas non-EU application as funding strain worsens […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Germany | Indian student enrollment surges in German universities According to statistics from Studying in Germany, there has been a 214% increase in the number of Indian students choosing Germany as their foreign education destination since 2016, even surpassing China. Indian students studying in Germany grew from 20,562 in 2019 to […]

Happy 2024! Stay abreast of global education news with ease. POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Updates visa interview waiver guidance The US Department of State made changes to the interview waiver system for non-immigrant visa applications. This will reduce the eligibility for student visa streams. Read more here.    Germany | Career prospects […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | International enrolment levels up again to pre-pandemic levels in 2022/23 International student enrolment rose in the US by 12%, the fastest growth rate in 40 years, thus pushing international student numbers almost back up to pre-pandemic levels. Read more here.    Germany | Housing crisis leaves international university […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Announces new measures to protect international students To limit letter‑of‑acceptance fraud against prospective international students, Canada’s Minister of Immigration talks about a new scheme to verify the Letters of Acceptance (LOA) that prospective international students need to apply for a study permit. Read more here.    Germany | Housing […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Germany | Records new high in number of international higher education students According to data released by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), German universities registers record high in the number of international students at the start of the 2023/23 academic year, with India becoming the top source country. Read more here. […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Issues 25% of visas to Indian students The US Mission added that from June to August, one in four student visas worldwide was issued to Indians, with a record number of over 90,000 visas issued to Indian students this summer. Read more here.     Australia | Warns international students […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Increase in international students returning to Australia As per the recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS),  in July 2023 there were 131,640 international student arrivals to Australia, an increase of 60,420 students from the same period in 2022. Read more here.     Canada | International student fees […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | To close dual-study visa loophole for foreign students The Australian government recently announced that a loophole in its visa rules that allowed international students to enroll for cheaper vocational courses as soon as they arrive in the country will be closed with immediate effect. Read more here.     Canada | […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Streamlines processes to reduce visa processing time The country cuts the waiting time for many popular visas to days by streamlining visa processes. According to the new data, wait times are now 16 days and 21 days for student and temporary skilled visas, respectively. Read more here.     United States […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Becoming the top preferred study destination for Indian students Australia is emerging as a preferred international study destination, with a record number of Indian students planning to go there in 2023. Read more here.     United States | Denies more than a third of student visa applications in FY2022 According […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES France | Indian students pursuing PG will get 5-year work visa Indian students pursuing Masters degree in France post-study visa tenure after their post-graduation will be increased from two to five years. Read more here    Germany | Eases rules for skilled workers to move to the country Under the new law, […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | New student visa rules go into effect from July 1 Under the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES), Indian students pursuing courses in Australian tertiary institutions can continue to work in the country without visa sponsorship for up to eight years from July 1. Read more here    Netherlands […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Germany | Puts visa rejection appeals on hold for three countries As part of its pilot project to create additional capacities for processing visa applications, the German authorities put visa rejection appeals on hold for countries such as Morocco, Turkey, and mainland China. Read more here.    Ireland | Becomes popular among […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Many foreign students will lose right to bring family to UK Last year, the country processed 135,788 visas to dependents of international students, nearly nine times the 2019 figure. As a part of new immigration curbs, foreign postgraduate students on non-research courses will no longer be able to […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Rated most popular study abroad destination According to a global survey of 21,000 students from more than 100 countries, Canada was rated the most popular study-abroad country. Read more here.    United Kingdom | Restricts entry of family members of masters students The Department for Education, the Home Office and […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Netherlands | Aims to control the number of foreign students Under plans published by the education minister Robbert Dijkgraaf, international students are encouraged to learn Dutch, and their numbers will be restricted in some programs. The Netherland’s minister also aims to maintain a desirable number of international students and plans to […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Ireland | Announces 14 degree programmes outside the CAO systemIreland’s Minister for Further and Higher Education announces 14 degree programmes available outside the CAO system in subjects like nursing, science, engineering, and business, due to commence in September. Read more here,   United Kingdom | Higher education applications to rise to 1mn by […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Strengthens India ties with bilateral higher education agreementTo increase the number of 130,000 students from India already studying in Australia, Australia will open the door to more Indian students in a bid to expand a $4.2 billion education business. This will also help Australia to use stronger trade links […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Extends work permit for visitors till 2025Canada extends temporary policy to facilitate work permit applications for foreign nationals who are already in Canada as visitors. The policy expected to expire in February 2023, has now been extended for another two years. Read more here.  Australia | Signs a deal with […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Number of study permits surges in recent years As per the recent data released by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Canada welcomed a record 551,405 international students from 184 countries in 2022. In addition, there were 807,750 international students holding valid study permits as of December 31st, 2022, […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Education funding continues as the cost of living worsens A few English universities spent six-figure sums to support non-UK students facing financial difficulties in 2020-21, including Leeds (£145,630), Brunel (£155,377) and Durham (£100,611). Read more here Australia | 31 Australian universities qualify to set up campuses in India  31 Australian universities […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Canada | Makes changes in the Express Entry program Canada’s immigration authorities made a few changes in the Express Entry program, which will be launched next year. Express Entry will target candidates based on their occupation, language and/or education to decide who will be given Canadian permanent residency. Read more here. United States […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United Kingdom | Aims to restrict the number of international students Foreign students wanting to pursue education in Britain may be barred unless they study at top universities. This move comes after the UK’s Prime Minister mulls a crackdown on international students to curb immigration. Read more here. Ireland | Gains popularity among […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Seeks collaboration with Greek institutions US institutions seek close collaborations with counterparts in Greece, to renew focus on academic partnerships. The US Department of State, the government of Greece, and the Institute of International Education will host 54 higher education institutions in November. Read more here. Canada | Widens its […]

POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | International students to benefit from US Court rulingInternational students in the USA to benefit, as US court upholds ruling for a program that gives international graduates the opportunity to work in an area closely related to their study for an initial 12 months and for longer durations on […]

As the lights sparkle and celebrations begin, let’s hope we continue to reach newer heights of success and glory. WWEC team wishes you and your family a joyous and prosperous Happy Diwali and New Year. POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES US | US embassy to start visa interviews for Indian students from mid-NovThe US Embassy in India […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Grants 82,000 visas to Indian students this year In an official statement, the US Embassy in India said the USA has issued 82,000 student visas to Indians in 2022, higher than any country. As per the embassy […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES France | Witnesses impressive growth in study visas After falling by 17% in 2020, the number of study visas showed impressive growth of 25% in 2021. With close to 365,000 international students in France for 2021, it is a 3% […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Witnesses decline in Chinese students enrolling at US colleges As per Wall Street Journal, the US witnessed a steep decline in Chinese students attending US universities and colleges. This drop raises new concerns about international student enrollment […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Announces $1.5 million in grants to 44 colleges and universities As per the US Consulate, the US issued 14,600 Indian student visas (F1 type) between January and May 14. Read more here Canada | Preferred for the safety […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Highlights of the newsletter: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Board announced class 12 exams results on their websites on July 22, 2022.  Australia removes travel restrictions for incoming passengers. South African higher learning institutions urged to develop and implement the country’s Language […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Announces new tranche of interview slots The US embassy announces new interview slots for students having I-20 who need to apply for visa categories F, M and J at the Embassy and Consulates. This applies to interviews […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES Australia | Western Australia announces $41.2m package for international educationWestern Australia announces a $41.2 million package to build a pipeline of future onshore international students and re-engage agents. Read more here United Kingdom | Brits need to pay new visa fees […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Plans to roll out many student visa appointments The US will roll out a large number of student visa appointments in the ensuing months starting next week. Mission India aims to recruit more officers and train existing […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES United States | Plans to extend expiring work permits Considering backlogs to process renewals, the country will extend expiring work permits for a year and a half for thousands of immigrants. This will prevent ~260,000 immigrants from losing work authorization […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES The UK to open a new visa pathway The country plans to attract high-skilled foreign university graduates from May 30, 2022. Under the High Potential Individual (HPI) visa, it will allow the world’s top university graduates to work and stay […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Pressed for time? Here’s what you need to know UGC clears the course structure for the four-year undergraduate programme. Malaysia makes the Malay language a compulsory subject for international students studying at local universities. Algeria and Tunisia discuss ways for enhanced cooperation in higher education. […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Pressed for time? Here’s what you need to know UGC allows universities to reopen for offline classes and exams. Malaysia to reopen borders to international travellers from April 1. Russia-Ukraine war sees ripple effects in study abroad programs. Kenya announces a 100% COVID-19 penalty […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Pressed for time? Here’s what you need to know India extends suspension of scheduled international commercial passenger flights. Amid the Russia-Ukraine war, international students from North African countries studying in Ukraine feel stranded. Germany pauses collaboration with Russia on education and research. The US […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe News in the spotlight – what should you read? Decoding implications of Union Budget on foreign institutions. Union Budget 2022 of India has remained one of the most revolutionary initiatives to bring international varsities into the country and reduce hassles for students aspiring to […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe A Sneak Peek Into January 2022 Wrap-up Newsletter CBSE Class 12 Term 2 Board Exam is scheduled to be conducted in the month of March – April 2022. Vietnam set to open up further and ease restrictions after Tet. UAE tops ‘COVID Resilience Ranking’ list by […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Latest Updates In Higher Education India revises travel restrictions and imposes stricter quarantine policy.  Thailand tightens entry restrictions amid the surge of Omicron variant cases.  Kenya will start giving COVID-19 booster shots to its citizens. Nigeria witnesses declining COVID-19 cases. Authorities in Turkey are […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Highlights Of The December 2021 Newsletter India issues new travel rules for international travellers.  The number of foreign students coming to India increases by 14%.  Vietnam to allow resumption of regular commercial flights. Nigeria is mulling over reciprocal ban for 4 countries. Tunisia imposes stricter […]

The latest news and highlights in higher education from Africa IN THIS ISSUE Rwanda to start giving Covid booster jabs NUC discovers 67 illegal varsities, study centres University of Ottawa opens scholarships for students 2021 WASSCE provisional results out; 174 cancelled for malpractices NUC discovers 67 illegal varsities, study centres in Nigeria The National Universities […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe Top news to read in the newsletter India issues revised COVID guidelines for international travellers in view of the Omicron variant.  India’s home grown Covid-19 vaccine, Covaxin, is approved by Canada, UK, US and Australia.  Malaysia to reopen borders to international visitors. Turkey modifies […]

The latest news and highlights in higher education from Africa IN THIS ISSUE National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) funding applications open NZA Unions call off GO-SLOW Rukwa Receives 6.64bn/ for the Construction of Classrooms BioNTech to open first vaccine hub in Rwanda The True State of South Africa’s Schools South Africa has one of […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe What’s in the newsletter? At approx. 11,300, India witnessed a decline in daily COVID-19 infections. India’s COVID-19 vaccination is now accepted by 96 countries. Bangladesh plans to inoculate students aged between 12-17 years in their school premises.  Kenya’s education ministry directs all primary and […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe What’s in the newsletter? India crosses administration of 100 crore coronavirus vaccine doses. Vietnam starts vaccinating children to reopen schools.  Japan allocates $5 million to boost primary education in Bangladesh. The Government of Nepal and the World Bank launch the Nurturing Excellence in Higher […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe What’s in the newsletter? India kickstarts granting tourist visas for foreigners visiting India through chartered flights. Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore eases travel curbs for international tourists.  The US emphasizes its commitment to boost education in Vietnam. Ethiopia and Algeria collaborate to improve education.  Russia […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe What’s in the newsletter? Academica Group, the Institute for Career Studies, and Worldwide EduConnect Inc joined hands to conduct a study that aimed to gather the perspectives of Canadian institutions and their admission plans for Indian students.  Recruiters are competing for Nigerian students pursuing high-quality educational programs in foreign […]

The latest news and highlights in higher education from Africa IN THIS ISSUE The announcement of results for the HSC examinations in Mauritius. This marks the traditional end to the seven-year stretch of secondary studies with the average pass rates a commendable 90% Uganda has planned to reopen institutions of higher education in November and […]

Key survey results from a collaboration between WWEC and Institute of Cultural Studies and Academica Group At the beginning of the summer, the Government of India announced its decision to cancel Class 12 Board Examinations in light of COVID-19 concerns. This decision ended months of uncertainty and stress for roughly 1.4 million students who were […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES from the world Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to split 2021 board exams for Class 10 and Class 12 into two terms. Global universities offer scholarships to Nigerian students for online learning. UK to launch a fast-track talent visa to attract […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES from the world India’s daily COVID-19 cases remain in the range of 40,000-45,000. The fatality rate is at 1.3%, while the recovery rate is approx. 97.5%. Approx. 10.5% of the Indian population is fully vaccinated as on August 28, 2021.  India […]

The latest news and highlights in higher education from Africa IN THIS ISSUE Nigeria has received a donation of four million doses of the Covid-19 vaccine from the US government Planned hearing of former South African President Jacob Zuma is set to be postponed Ethiopia’s Prime Minister has called on civilians to join the army […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES from the world India’s daily COVID cases stand at approx. 40,000, with a recovery rate of 97.53%. 153 Indian students won the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships. The Government of Sri Lanka extends the inoculation drive to people aged below 30 years. […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES from the world India’s daily new coronavirus cases remain in the 35,000-45,000 range.  CBSE Class XII results declared on its official website today. South Africa to reopen schools as coronavirus cases decrease. Russian universities in talks with Indian varsities for faculty/student exchange and […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES from the world On account of timely measures by the government and an aggressive inoculation drive in India, India’s daily new cases fall below the 45,000-mark. CBSE Board is likely to release Class 10 and 12 results on July 30 or […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS Indian Student Survey Assessment: Academica Group, in partnership with Worldwide Educonnect and ICS (India) conducted a short survey on the response of Canadian institutions to the changes of admission criteria of Indian students. More to follow in our next newsletter. India’s new daily […]

The latest news and updates in higher education across the globe HIGHLIGHTS COVID-19 second wave in India is slowing down with new active cases falling below the 0.15 million mark. As of 24th May, over 198 mn vaccines for COVID-19 are administered in India, approximately 3.1% of the country’s population. Grade 12 Board Exams update: […]

HIGHLIGHTS As of 10th May, the cumulative coronavirus cases stand at 22.9 mn, with approx. 0.35 mn new cases being reported daily. On the same date, the recovery rate and fatality rate stand at 82.12% and 1.08% respectively. A few states such as Delhi, Maharashtra and Gujarat are witnessing a decline in daily cases. After […]

HIGHLIGHTS India continues to grapple with the second wave of the Covid with nearly 3.2 million active cases. Today, a massive surge of 386,452 cases have been reported, bringing the cumulative caseload to over 18 million. India has been reporting over 300,000 daily cases for over a week now. The country plans to open the Covid-19 vaccination drive for everyone above 18 […]

HIGHLIGHTS India: Amid mounting pressure to delay the CBSE Board exams scheduled for next month, the Education Ministry has postponed the Class 12 exams. The ongoing second wave of Covid infections has postponed the reopening of schools and colleges in India. With India reporting approx. 0.15mn new cases each day, the active cases in India has more […]

LATEST UPDATES The Algerian Government has extended a partial lockdown in 16 provinces for another two weeks, as part of its continued efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus. The extension began on the 17th and will go on until the end of March. The Morocco-UK Higher Education Commission organized its 3rd meeting at Ibn Tofail University in Kenitra, with the […]

AFRICA: LATEST UPDATES According to data from Africa CDC, the continent has seen an 8% increase in new cases each week over the past month. Some of the most populous countries like Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, and DR Congo have seen a rise in cases, but others like Ethiopia and South Africa have seen a downturn. […]

LATEST UPDATES: INDIA In the latest edition of QS World University Ranking, the number of Indian universities/ institutes in the top 100 subject rankings have increased from 8 to 12 this year. 25 programs (mostly engineering) offered by higher education institutions in India rank among the top 100 in the world in their respective subject category. […]

Dear Friends and Colleagues, A new year, new opportunities and new beginnings.  While the past year has had its hardships and uncertainties, the future that is dawning upon us looks bright- more so in the international education space. Canada has truly shown itself to stand out amongst other countries as a leader in supporting and […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India has recorded a fresh spike of 44,376 Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, pushing the country’s infection tally past 9.22 million. However, the recovery rate of 93.72% continues to bring some solace. This surge in new cases has prompted state governments to shut all educational institutions till 31 December and […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES Covid-19 cases have continued to rise in India, albeit at a slower pace than in most countries across the world that are declaring more cases every day now than during the first wave of the pandemic. India reported 44,000 new cases on Tuesday, with the tally of active cases falling below half […]

AFRICA: LATEST UPDATES The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Africa touched 1,794,507 on Monday, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. Africa is currently the youngest continent in the world and will continue to be for the next several decades. By 2075, the youth population is expected to surpass that of […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES To date, 7,201,070 people have recuperated from COVID-19 in India. India’s recovery rate continues to rise and now stands at 90.62% while its fatality rate has dropped to 1.5%. ‘Unlock 5.0’ guidelines issued in September will be in place until 30 November. As per the Unlock 5 rules, educational institutions must not […]

AFRICA: LATEST UPDATES According to Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), there are 1,654,412 confirmed COVID-19 cases across the African continent as of Tuesday. The country is now gradually opening up as economic activities resume and children start going to school. But the situation in disadvantaged neighborhoods, or townships, stays fragile. Countless lives […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India’s tally of confirmed COVID cases has now crossed 7 million, but there is also a declining trend of daily new cases in the last five weeks. As per the World Economic Outlook report, India’s economy is expected to contract by 10.3% in the financial year 2020-21 in the wake of its […]

AFRICA: LATEST UPDATES The number of registered Covid-19 cases across Africa have now surpassed the 1.5 million mark, according to the continent’s World Health Organization chapter. As per latest statistics, the past four weeks have seen only 77,147 new COVID-19 cases compared to 131,647 recorded in the previous four weeks. Despite a lowering of cases […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India is now one of the worst-affected countries with over 6 million COVID-19 cases, second only to the United States in the total number of active cases. As the pandemic rages across the country, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched the ‘Vaccine Web Portal’ and the ‘National Clinical Registry […]

AFRICA: LATEST UPDATES The continent continues to see a rise in infections, despite some countries recording shrinking numbers in their daily case count. The African countries most affected by COVID-19 include South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Ethiopia, and Nigeria. With a significant variation in its impact across the continent, things are looking up in certain countries […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in India has now surpassed 5 million. However, there have been over 3.8 million recoveries as well. In fact, India’s recovery rate continues to rise and now stands at 78.28 percent. Additionally, the overall case-fatality ratio has been declining steadily and has now come down to […]

This is an in-depth look into the applicability of the provisions relating to Tax Collection at Source (TCS) introduced by Government of India vide Finance Act, 2020. Banks and Authorized Dealers (Fly Wire/Western Union) have been lately notifying clients about changes made to their processes. This note aims to apprise our client on details about […]

Dear Friends and Colleagues, We are excited to announce and share with all of you that Worldwide EduConnect is expanding! The launch of Maple Leaf EduConnect Africa in Nairobi, Kenya has come after years of planning and strategizing so we could strive to meet the expectations of our clients and grow across continents with all of you. We […]

Worldwide EduConnect launches in Africa Africa will become the youngest continent in the world by 2030. The number of African students leaving their countries for higher education is rapidly growing- in 2017 over 370,000 travelled abroad Kenya, September 2020: Worldwide EduConnect (formerly Maple Leaf EduConnect) has established a new office in Africa this month, to […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India enters Unlock 4.0 from September 1, and the Government is likely to issue fresh guidelines that mention some prohibited activities while all else will be allowed to resume. The COVID-19 tally went past 3 Million on August 23 and the total number of cases are now 3,769,523. There has been an […]

The continent continues to have a rising number of COVID cases, touching 1,195,297 as of 25th August, with a death toll of 27,984. Experts have warned that the fragile healthcare systems in many African countries could be overwhelmed in the face of the pandemic. Although considering the poor health, education and standard of living of Sub-Saharan […]

As of August 12, Africa’s coronavirus cases were at 1,064,772 with 750,335 recoveries. The confirmed death toll stood at 23,725. The outbreak has spread across every nation in Africa. South Africa accounts for more than half of the continent’s registered cases, followed by Egypt, Nigeria, Ghana, Algeria, Morocco, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Cameroon With the rising […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES The Government has announced significant reform measures for agriculture, education, public sectors as well as for small & medium enterprises to put the economy back on its 7% growth path. The decision on the final phase of unlock is likely be reported later this month which would guide states on opening up […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India has registered about 1.86m case counts to date, with the maximum number of cases coming from states like Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. The recovery rate has climbed to a healthy 66.1% and the fatality rate declined to 2.10%, as stated by the Health Minister. While the Union government has issued new guidelines for ‘Unlock 3.0’, allowing […]

Key Highlights The purpose of NEP 2020 is to make India a “Global Knowledge Superpower.” Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD) has been renamed as the Ministry of Education to bring the focus back to education and learning. Aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education including vocational education from 26.3% in […]

Africa’s COVID-19 case counts have touched 847,109 with increased recoveries of 491,016 and 17,676 deaths. Southern Africa has continued to register the highest tally in cases, followed by North, West, East, and Central Africa regions. Within the South, South Africa has the maximum number of cases followed by Egypt and Nigeria. Regardless, Nigeria has extended […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India has registered about 1.16m COVID-19 case counts to date with the maximum number of cases coming from states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Delhi. However, the recovery rate has climbed to a healthy 62.86%. Due to a surge in numbers lately, a lockdown was re-imposed in some eastern states. The Unlock […]

Africa’s COVID-19 case counts crossed 600,000 this week – with more than 300,000 recoveries and nearly 15,000 deaths. As of now, South Africa has registered the highest tally of cases, followed by Egypt, Nigeria and Ghana. However, recovery rates are improving in many countries, especially in Ghana where it stands at about 80%. Most of […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES India has registered about 750,000 COVID-19 case counts till July 8th. However, the recovery rate has climbed to a healthy 61%. The new Unlock 2.0 phase prohibits states to seal their borders, even though states are allowed to impose need-based restrictions or lockdowns. Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Delhi continue to be the […]

INDIA: LATEST UPDATES The much awaited Unlock 2.0 will come into effect from July 1st, entailing modified economic and healthcare regulations. While malls, restaurants, and other businesses were opened to the public in June, albeit with conditions, the plan is to (more completely) resume many other services such as metro (subway) trains, trains, banking, public […]

Africa’s COVID-19 case counts crossed 380,000 this week – with more than 180,000 recoveries and about 9,690 deaths. Growth rate of new cases is on a decline since April and many countries have cautiously eased some of their restrictive measures. However, the pandemic is still in its exponential phase. Nevertheless, many countries have eased lockdown […]

Africa’s COVID-19 case counts crossed 250,000 this week – with more than 110,000 recoveries & about 6,750 deaths, even as many countries have already started a phased reopening of businesses and education institutions. Ten countries are currently driving Africa’s epidemic, accounting for 75 percent of the cases confirmed so far. Some of these countries have […]

We are committed to providing our institution partners and other Canadian Post-Secondary Institutions with the latest updates and solutions in these trying times so that you remain informed about how the Covid-19 impacts the Canada-India education space. With the pandemic prompting institutions to rethink in-person classes, most colleges and universities would be opting for online […]

India’s Unlock 1.0 came into effect on June 8th and will remain in place till June 30th. Malls, restaurants, and other businesses are open to public but will have to adhere to government-issued guidelines. Stricter curbs are limited to containment zones only. Meanwhile, recovery rate has improved to 48.2%. States accounting for a majority of […]

Africa’s coronavirus count surpassed 150,000 earlier this week, even though according to WHO the region is among the least affected. Concerns remain as countries in Africa struggle with when to reopen economies and schools. However, many countries have already started phased reopening of businesses and education institutions while mandating social distancing and other precautionary norms. […]

India has seen a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases post the Lockdown 3.0. A majority of the spike in cases was accounted for by the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Delhi. Many states are in favour of extending the lockdown yet at the same time are calling for regulated relaxations. Lockdown 4.0 with […]

India witnessed a surge in COVID-19 cases after the end of Lockdown 3.0 in the first week of May. The four states accounting for 67% of the total number of confirmed cases in India are Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Delhi. Lockdown was extended from May 18th to two more weeks till May 31st but offers […]

As you already know, we are dedicated to apprising you on the regulatory developments and other news from India and neighbouring countries that would directly or indirectly impact the Canada-India education space. So far, we have been sending out weekly reports to brief you on the rapidly evolving situation around the COVID-19 outbreak. But now […]

As the global landscape of higher education continues to evolve, the demand for robust and comprehensive support mechanisms has become more pronounced. This report examines the various dimensions of these services, their impact on student well-being, and their contributions to academic success and cultural integration.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of student mobility trends and sentiments in Southeast Asiatowards key study destinations in 2024. The data is derived from secondary research, encompassing recent statistics, surveys, and expert opinions.

The international education sector in 2024 is marked by critical financial factors influencing student mobility and institutional sustainability. As globalisation drives increased student movement across borders, financial considerations have become paramount for educational institutions, policymakers, and student support services.

The world is witnessing a rapid increase in demand for skilled professional workers. Technological advancements, population ageing, and industry needs are changing. The demand supports such sectors as healthcare, technology, and professional services. However, many challenges are experienced to meetthese increased needs.

South Asian students are increasingly seekingeducation opportunities abroad, making them animportant part of the global higher educationcommunity.

Thought-provoking panel discussion at CBIE2023, exploring institutional strategies amid Canada-India diplomatic tensions. The session, enriched by insights from surveys conducted by Worldwide EduConnect and Academica Group, delved into the intricate global impact of geopolitical shifts on international education. Attendees actively engaged, unpacking nuanced facets of student mobility, safety concerns, and evolving preferences amidst global uncertainties. […]

In yet another one of its initiatives, Maple Assist exclusively conducted a survey to receive feedback from some of the top studies abroad consultants, or agents as they are popularly known, with a presence across India and Bangladesh, two of the largest source countries for Canadian institutions in the region. During these unprecedented times, it […]

Maple Assist and WWEC partnered with Academica Group to launch the first of its kind – International Prospective Student Study, which is designed to gauge the impact of COVID-19 crisis on international students. The study provides crucial insights into the applicants’ response to the pandemic and shifts in their preferences. The latest survey, one of […]

12th Sept:
Maple Assist presented an interactive webinar with University of Victoria on undergraduate opportunities for Sept ’21 intake.
Countries: Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia

UVIC Webinar

5th Sept:
Maple Assist presented interactive webinar with University of Victoria on undergraduate opportunities for Sept ’21 intake.
Geography: Vietnam and Philippines

UVIC Webinar

Our Incredible Team

  • Brock University’s partnership with Worldwide Educonnect Inc. can be summarized in a word- success! Recruitment efforts, partnership development and relationship management has improved through our partnership with Worldwide Educonnect in regions where Brock cannot always be present. I regard the staff at Worldwide Educonnect as a crucial part of our trusted team at Brock and attribute much of our international enrollment growth to the efforts of this established partnership.

    Victoria Steele MA, BA
    Victoria Steele MA, BA Associate Director, International Market Development, Brock University
  • It is my privilege to offer a few words of support for Worldwide EduConnect. We at Vancouver Island University have been working with Worldwide EduConnect (previously known as Maple Leaf EduConnect) since 2012. Over the years both organizations have grown and changed and yet we have maintained a successful working relationship that continues to be mutually beneficial. We look forward to continuing our association into the future.

    Bruce Condie
    Bruce Condie Director, International Marketing, Recruitment and Business Development, Vancouver Island University
  • An organization's culture is its backbone they say....and that is what has kept WWEC going for the past 13 years! With 6 years at WWEC, I feel I'm valued as an employee and that has developed a sense of belongingness in me. The transparency and honesty with which the organization is run talk volumes about the company's founding members.

    Neharika Banerjee
    Neharika Banerjee Regional Advisor, University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada
  • An amalgamation of collaboration, innovation, and motivation forms the foundation of a robust company culture that drives both individual and organizational success. The ownness that you get and the confidence the senior management shows in handling the university account is unmatched. In my experience, the organization has an amazing culture that values open communication and collaboration and that has been pivotal. It's enabled me to work alongside a pool of talented team members, contributing my strengths while learning from theirs.

    Saurabh Verma
    Saurabh Verma Regional Advisor, Cambrian College, Ontario, Canada
  • WWEC is a place that gives entrepreneurial wings to its employees to make decisions, implement creative ideas, and execute tasks without micromanagement giving immense confidence in one's abilities and making us more motivated towards our job. We leave people and not organisations and WWEC is a people's place under the exceptional leadership of Vinay. In addition to skills, motivation, and creativity the most important life lesson one can learn at WWEC is to be helpful and humble.

    Sonia Takkar
    Sonia Takkar Regional Advisor, Canadore College, Ontario, Canada
  • WWEC’s working culture exudes – flexibility and perception towards diversity of thought. Disruption is not seen as a threat but rather an innovation opportunity. For me, ethics go alongside professional growth. Hence having Vinay as a leader fills me with gratitude and makes me feel like a part of something bigger. Here, we talk about opportunities and eventually inculcate the good from every experience in our mentality and become more ... "prejudice-free" individuals.

    Isha Sehgal
    Isha Sehgal Regional Advisor, Bow Valley College, Alberta, Canada
  • Peers at WWEC are extremely encouraging and are always around to support at times of need. I completed six years at WWEC, and it has been a wonderful and very enriching experience for me, both professionally and personally. Vinay is an amazing mentor. I remember calling him even at odd times to discuss strategic matters which required immediate attention. For me, this is more than a job. I’m investing my time, my knowledge and experience in a company that is investing in me.

    Ranjodh Sohal
    Ranjodh Sohal Regional Advisor, Georgian College, Ontario, Canada
  • In my, decade and a half of being associated with various industries, I have always sought a rich and diverse workplace with a ‘accomplish more together’ culture. In my journey with WWEC of 6 years so far, I have had the liberty to be an entrepreneur in my own space with loads of learning opportunities. Trust and respect from an astute leader like Vinay have transformed me not only professionally but personally too. Approachable leadership is very important for one to grow and align with one’s commitment and contributions to the organization. Which I know I have at WWEC.

    Rohan Rawat
    Rohan Rawat Regional Advisor, Georgian College, Ontario, Canada
  • If someone really want to learn and grow in their knowledge and career WWEC is a company which gives the space and support that one can have the time to accommodate and learn from new challenges. The culture is transparent and every employee, irrespective of their position is given a chance to be heard, and there are ample opportunities available to those who want to build a career here.

    Saurav Anand
    Saurav Anand Regional Advisor, University of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
  • From the outset, what I sought in a company was a dynamic environment that not only fostered growth but also celebrated individuality. The organization's culture fostering openness and encouraging the acceptance of ideas, providing an environment where I can thrive. I value the opportunities to work as a leader because they not only broaden my skills but also boost my confidence. WWEC has become a compass guiding my path, encouraging me to seek opportunities that align with my values and contribute to the greater good.

    Pawandeep S. Kapoor
    Pawandeep S. Kapoor Regional Advisor, Brock University, Ontario, Canada
  • Moving through various roles in different organizations, I gained a solid foundation in international higher education. Yet, the most important lesson of being challenged regularly, striving for improvement, and staying ahead of the competition, all the while staying humble is what I learnt at WWEC. In my professional journey spanning, more than four different organizations, I struggled to find a workplace where acknowledgement, discipline and learning seamlessly merged until I joined WWEC (then known as MLEC). This organization stands as a perfect example, ensuring a focus on work expectations without compromising on discipline or the well-being of its employees.

    Trueman Laisram
    Trueman Laisram Regional Advisor, Brock University, Ontario, Canada
  • My association with Confederation College goes long back to 14 years. Although it has been only a few weeks of integration with WWEC, but I am very excited and happy to be a part of a larger and diverse consortium of institutions. It is interesting to understand the individual market perspectives from colleagues here as a community. So far the interaction has been with only some of the team members however, I look forward to collaborating closely with everyone and to this journey of a new learning curve, sharing of experiences, and insights.

    Krishnakumar Pai
    Krishnakumar Pai Regional Advisor, Confederation College, Ontario, Canada
  • The friendly atmosphere and supportive team make every day exciting. The organization's commitment to creativity and imagination has allowed me to explore and try out new ideas. The encouragement I receive when I complete my tasks and work gives me a sense of accomplishment and motivates me to keep learning. I love that the organization cares about learning and growing. Grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this organization, where I not only learn valuable skills but also build friendships that make work feel like a joyful and educational playtime.

    Varun Varshney
    Varun Varshney Regional Advisor Support, Canadore College, Ontario, Canada
  • At WWEC, collaboration isn't just a buzzword – it's our ethos. Despite being a niche player, the camaraderie amongst colleagues is exceptional; everyone would go above and beyond to support each other, fostering a collective success mindset. Mentors here not only guide but inspire, fuelling our professional journeys. What's remarkable is the flexible work culture that recognizes individual needs, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Grateful to contribute to a workplace that prioritizes teamwork, resilience, and personal development.

    Shrishti Sharma
    Shrishti Sharma Regional Advisor Support, Bow Valley College, Alberta, Canada
  • Employees cherish autonomy, regular feedback loops, and a collaborative environment that encourages mentorship, ensuring everyone's voice is heard. At WWEC, the work culture thrives on flexibility, trust, and continuous learning. There's a supportive atmosphere where seniors guide without pressure, fostering innovation.

    Nupur Kapoor
    Nupur Kapoor Regional Advisor Support, Georgian College, Ontario, Canada
  • 9 incredible years with WWEC! “Need I Say More” Great Leadership and amazing comrades supporting each other through all times make everyone a great TEAM player and person. For everything Thanks WWEC!

    Zeeshan K. Khan
    Zeeshan K. Khan Regional Advisor, Durham College, Ontario, Canada
  • As they say, a True leader is someone who creates new leaders, that is the way of WWEC I have observed in my journey of 7 years. Fine touches and motivation see you through to become and create more leaders. Assigning Responsibilities with Authority brings Accountability, completes you professionally, and makes you a better person in all attributes of life.

    Himani Sharma
    Himani Sharma Regional Advisor, Durham College, Ontario, Canada
  • Working with WWEC, I introspect the ways it has moved me towards self-improvisation, a determination to be “the best” at everything, learning from shortcomings and success. The Support and Understanding that meets these have to be Unwavering and come from the Top like the “Domino Effect”.

    Ramandeep Kaur
    Ramandeep Kaur Regional Advisor, Durham College, Ontario, Canada
  • WWEC is the company where I wanted to work. The work environment always matters to the employee. They always encourage the team to work together. I feel motivated when I get clear directions from my Team leader. I can only achieve my goals when my efforts work with the company's goals. It encourages me to push more and be the best version of myself.

    Vanshita Singhal
    Vanshita Singhal Regional Advisor Support, Durham College, Ontario, Canada
  • I am so happy to work at WWEC as this is my first job. I have learnt so many things in last 9 months. All team members keep giving me motivation when they appreciate my work. I am happy for the support, understanding and the learning I get from my Team members. I would like to say that I will see myself very expressive and innovative in next 5 years.

    Kashish
    Kashish Regional Advisor Support, Durham College, Ontario, Canada

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