Your entry into the Health Industry

The University of Queensland has introduced a three-year degree program that can open doors to a wide range of health careers.

The Bachelor of Health Sciences (CRICOS code: 055897K) is an innovative, undergraduate program developed in consultation with the Australian health sector. The degree has been designed to be highly relevant to today’s health environment, where childhood obesity, cardiovascular disease and other ‘lifestyle’ induced health problems are in epidemic proportions and where there is a shortage of both clinical health professionals and health prevention experts.

It provides a broad overview of healthcare in areas such as biomedical sciences (e.g. anatomy, physiology, and psychology), the business of health (e.g. health systems) and preventive health (e.g. health promotion, nutrition and physical activity, and behavioural change). To ensure graduates of this degree are “job ready”, all students undertake an industry placement program which provides hands-on experience and an insight into future career options.

Australia: Training designed for global students at Menzies

Menzies Institute of Technology offers accredited Australian vocational courses to international students from around the world.

Located in the heart of Melbourne, one of Australia’s most cosmopolitan cities, the Menzies campus is the perfect place for international students to gain a diploma or certificate qualification. It’s safe and supportive, with all the help you need to settle into a new country.

UK: Indian law student shines at Swansea

Akash Sehdev was anxious at first about studying and living in a new country. But he soon found the confidence to take on extra-curricular roles such as international student ambassador and secretary to the Asian Society.

The Swansea University Business Studies and Law student shared his inspiring story in the British Council’s 2009 International Student Award Competition – and received a runner-up prize of £100.

USA: Ohio forges international friendships

Hyeran Chung, from South Korea, is a freshman at Ohio University’s College of Business, majoring in finance. As an international student, she says “we’re different, so we can sometimes be isolated. To me, to say hello to a native English speaker is very difficult, so I was scared to meet an American student.”

It’s a familiar story for new international students. So the College of Business has recently introduced a new international mentoring program.

Stand out from the crowd with an MSc at Derby

The School of Technology at the University of Derby offers two MSc courses, MSc Control and Instrumentation and MSc Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

These courses allow you to study a specialist area and will give you the underpinning knowledge you need to register as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

You’ll be taught by experienced and supportive tutors, who will help you reach your full potential and we’ve got close links with local businesses – including Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Balfour Beatty, Bombardier, Coors breweries, Novartis, Pektron, and Vinci – sector skills councils, professional bodies and the Regional Development Agency, EMDA - so we can keep up to date with the current developments in the industry and pass them on to you in our teaching.

Learn a language, take on the world

For many international students, studying abroad means also having to learn, or at least improve their skills in, a new language. And this is an opportunity you shouldn’t miss – it will open up your world to new work, study and travel opportunities, let you truly understand new cultures and make new long-lasting friendships.

In this article, we talk to leading English language provider Navitas about what you should look for in a language course, and offer our top five tips on getting the most from your language study. Whether you decide on English, Japanese or Finnish is up to you. Just take a deep breath and have the confidence to speak it. Practice makes perfect!

All about English

English is the international language of business and diplomacy, spoken in over 100 countries by over 1.5 billion people. And almost another billion people are studying it right now. So no matter where you want to study, work or live; understanding and speaking English will be very useful.

English is also a language rich in culture, history and literature. But it can seem challenging – with over half a million words to learn, where do you begin? We asked Richard Arkell, the General Manager of the ELICOS and TESOL programs at Navitas, for his advice.
Navitas run English language pathway programs at their ACL and Hawthorn-Melbourne colleges, and general English language/travel programs at their ACE colleges.

Eight great reasons to study in Perth, Western Australia

Western Australia (WA) is truly the authentic Australian experience. The State is famous for its long days of sunshine, spotless blue skies and brilliant white beaches. It has also gained global recognition for its record low unemployment rate, booming economy and advanced developments in science and technology.

Perth, the capital city of WA, is ranked the world’s fourth “most liveable city” by The Economist (2008) and was recently voted as one of the world’s “top ten future cities” (Lonely Planet 2006).

The city has a long tradition of welcoming international students. In any given year, Perth attracts over 42,000 student enrolments from over 140 countries.

Perth offers a unique learning environment that nurtures creativity and provides access to unrivalled academic resources. You will find everything you need to achieve your potential… all in a city famed for its friendliness!

Here are eight great reasons to choose Perth as your study destination:

UK: Tailor-made business study for your lifestyle

Not everyone can, or wants to, study full-time. You may want to continue working, or fit study around your family responsibilities. Luckily, Westminster Business School (WBS) has a long tradition of offering part-time study that suits your life needs.

“We’ve been offering management-related courses in central London for around 80 years,” says the School’s Dean, Len Shackleton. “Almost 800 of our post-graduate students are part-time, and we offer thirteen programs on a part-time basis, from our MBA to specialist programs such as human resource management, marketing and finance.

Shorter skills-based programs are also available, such as the Postgraduate Certificate in Business Coaching and Mentoring, which runs over nine weekends. “More students want programs which involve day release, weekend delivery, or intensive blocks of teaching at times they can schedule around their work,” says Len.

US: Fast-track your English at ELS

ELS Centers are operated by global language specialists Berlitz, and can be found in over 50 locations throughout the US. Many are on university campuses.

They offer three distinct types of programs:

Academic English: If you want to go on to study at a US university or college, they can get you there,

Vacation learning: Shorter English language courses combine great American experiences with part-time or full-time English study,

Business Executive Programs: when you need to improve your English for your career

There are many different choices within each program, so you can choose the exact course that suits your needs. Explore the Big Apple with a vacation program at the famous Juilliard School, or learn to surf in Malibu while you practice your English language skills. Or choose around-the-clock training and intensive programs.

Stand out from the crowd with a Derby MBA

The Derby MBA is an excellent way for you to develop wide ranging skills and equip yourself for a variety of career paths.

It leads to practical management development in your chosen sector to tackle the challenges of a new century of management practices and theories. So, as a senior manager, you’ll be ready to meet the increasing demands upon you from organisations and government.

With the Derby MBA you will:

• develop your knowledge of current management thinking, principles and practice.
• improve your skills in a range of business activities through practical achievements underpinned by academic thinking and research.
• improve your personal effectiveness, knowledge and skills.
• broaden and enhance your career development, improving your status and developing a global support network.