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The University of Waikato

The University of Waikato’s strong partnerships with government, industry and community organizations offer a wealth of career opportunities.

The College, Swansea University - Navitas UK

The College, Swansea University offers a range of academic courses including Foundation, First Year and Pre-Master's programmes leading to enrolment onto a degree at Swansea University.The College is a Joint Venture between Swansea University and Navitas, and is an ideal option for international students who wish to pursue higher education at Swansea University but might not have the grades to join directly. Progression to a Swansea University degree is guaranteed upon successful completion of their course at The College.Swansea University is an internationally renowned study destination, ranked within the top 30 universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025). Students at The College benefit from studying on the same campus and having full access to all of the same facilities and support services as Swansea University students from day one, while being taught by an expert team of academics and tutors. They receive high quality teaching that is driven by world-class research, in what is truly one of the most beautiful campus locations in the UK.The College is located on the stunning seafront campus of Swansea University overlooking Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula - the first place to be designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This means students get to live and work seconds away from the sea, and with an enviable selection of world-class beaches within a short distance of campus.The College offers a multicultural campus experience, superb tuition, and opportunities to gain skills that prepare students for degree level study, and a lifetime of learning.

Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington, full name Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, sits in the heart of New Zealand's capital, a political, creative and innovation hub. The university's central location gives students access to diverse national organisations in the areas of business, government, politics, culture and heritage, the arts and filmmaking industry, and science and technology communities.Wellington is a compact city where students can easily explore nature trails, beaches, galleries, museums, and events. It is multicultural, with 28% of the population born overseas, safe, friendly, and has a reputation for great food and coffee—it regularly ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities.Quality educationVictoria University of Wellington is consistently placed among the best universities in the world across major global rankings. It's one of just 23 institutions to achieve a full ‘5 Stars Plus' according to the QS Stars rating of excellence – built on a 5-star rating across all eight categories, from employment to global engagement, teaching, facilities, arts and more.Victoria University of Wellington conducts teaching and research in the following subject areas: Architecture and Design Innovation, Business and Government, Education, Engineering, Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, and Science. The university is home to more than 40 research centres and institutes, including the Antarctic Research Centre and Centre for Data Science and AI.Welcoming communityThe university and the city of Wellington have a diverse community that welcomes international students from more than 120 countries and offers students complete support through a range of wellbeing and learning services.There are more than 130 clubs, societies, and sports to explore, while extracurricular programmes like the free Kitea Impact Programme (leadership programme) support students in developing their personal global citizenship skills.

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is Australia’s leading regional university. With a strong focus on research, teaching, and positive student experience, the institution provides high-quality flexible programs and is rated #1 in Australia for Undergraduate salaries one year out (QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey, National Report, Undergraduate Results, 2023).UniSQ’s excellence in teaching and research is recognised internationally, with rankings as a World Top 400 university and a World Top 58 Young University (Times Higher Education University Rankings, 2024). UniSQ is also proud to be rated as a QS 5-star university. The university’s students benefit from flexible options of on-campus studies, delivered across three campuses (Toowoomba, Springfield and Ipswich) in Queensland, Australia, online and multimodal study options, and through trusted national and international education partners.Lecturers are engaged with their fields as industry professionals, integrating real-world know-how with teaching and learning expertise. The university’s research agenda addresses critical global challenges to deliver positive change with industries and across local and global communities.UniSQ offers a wide range of scholarships to support international students through their undergraduate, postgraduate or research journeys, useful for everything from textbooks to living expenses. Some scholarships will be one-off payments, while others will continue for the length of a student’s degree.The university has become a leading Australian multi-campus teaching and research institution, offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research training programs. With cutting-edge facilities, personalised student support services, low cost of living, and easy access to major tourist destinations, students can make the most of their studies in Australia with UniSQ. CRICOS: QLD 00244B | NSW 02225M | TEQSA PRV12081

Kingston University

Kingston University’s impressive portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses are delivered via the university’s four academic faculties: Business and Social Sciences The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences combines the resources of the Kingston Business School and the School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. The faculty encourages inquisitive minds and strong critical thinking skills, enabling graduates to challenge convention and succeed in a continually evolving professional environment.   Health, Science, Social Care and Education The faculty is superbly equipped with industry standard resources and technologies, offering high-quality courses in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, midwifery, social work, sports science, nutrition, education and research. The department prepares students for professional life, with plenty of hands-on experience and an interdisciplinary approach towards tuition, encouraging leadership and teamwork skills. Engineering, Computing and the Environment Formed in 2022, this faculty combines interdisciplinary research with partnerships between academia and industry. Courses are delivered through two schools: the School of Engineering and the Environment and the School of Computer Science and Mathematics. Kingston School of Art (KSA)  This faculty is comprised of three schools: The School of Arts hosts the longest-established disciplines from the Kingston School of Art, architecture and fine art, joined by the disciplines of film, photography and the performing arts.  The School of Creative and Cultural Industries delivers a diversity of theoretical and historical courses spanning many creative disciplines including art, design, fashion and film.   The Design School provides a rigorous programme of education, research and enterprise. Students across the school are also able to showcase their best work in the KSA degree show, which brings together a vibrant community of artists, writers, performers and designers.  

Auckland University of Technology

Study in New Zealand at one of the world’s best modern universities. Located in Auckland – a bustling city surrounded by beautiful nature, and a sought-after place to live, work and study – AUT is among the top 1% of universities in the world and in the top 100 young universities globally.AUT’s mission is to create great graduates. Ranked first in New Zealand for international outlook, with 150,000 alumni thriving worldwide, AUT provides exceptional learning experiences guided by world-class academics and support staff, in state-of-the-art facilities. With almost 30,000 students from more than 90 countries, it prides itself on being a truly global community.Offering over 250 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, many of AUT’s subject areas are world ranked, with industry connections and workplace experience an important part of the university’s programmes; making AUT graduates highly employable nationally and internationally.AUT’s three campuses provide excellent collaborative environments and include a number of world-class facilities including one of only a handful of motion capture studios in the country and New Zealand’s top sports science facility, AUT Millennium. AUT has been recognised with a five-star ranking for teaching and facilities from QS.AUT has an overall five-star rating from university rankings organisation QS, in addition to five-star ratings for Teaching, Research, Employability, Internationalisation, Facilities and Environmental Impact. It also has prestigious international accreditations from both AACSB and EQUIS for its business school, and from Engineering New Zealand for its engineering programmes.

Deakin University

Located in Melbourne, Australia, Deakin University ranks in the top one percent of universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It provides a high-quality education, excellent employment prospects, and an exciting student experience.Deakin’s world-class degrees rank highly across key rankings groups. Its sport science school is considered number one in the world and its nursing programs are in the top 20 (Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects). Its education degrees are also in the top 20 globally and number two in Australia (US News and World Report, 2023).Academic staff at Deakin are dedicated and vibrant teachers and researchers. All are experts in their field, with the university’s close links to industry and accrediting bodies adding further value to its degrees. Students can also make use of the university’s online learning environment to review course content and experience lectures at their own pace.Deakin University’s curriculum is guided by industry needs, with an emphasis on practical education, and every degree includes opportunities for work-integrated learning. Students benefit from the university’s continued investment in the latest technologies, with its state-of-the-art learning tools and facilities ensuring students graduate prepared for modern and competitive roles in their field.Student satisfaction at Deakin University is consistently the highest in the Australian state of Victoria (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023), with students enjoying an award-winning careers service, over 150 clubs and societies, and quality accommodation options both on and off campus.The university’s six campuses, spread across Australia, India and Indonesia, offer a stimulating teaching, learning and research environment. The largest is located in Melbourne, renowned globally as a top student city, and the best in Australia (QS Best Student Cities, 2025).

Fanshawe College

Based in London, Ontario, Canada, Fanshawe College is only two hours from both Toronto and Niagara Falls, as well as Detroit across the border in the US. London itself is a beautiful location to study – dubbed the ‘Forest City’, it’s home to many parks and lakes, but it’s also a thriving hub of culture and business.There are currently over 40,000 students at Fanshawe College, including 7,500 international students from 110 different countries. Fanshawe College offer more than 220 programs that are career oriented and, from those, we have 70+ S.T.E.M. Programs.The Fanshawe experience delivers career-focused, quality programming through flexible pathways to support students’ individual career goals and life success. Its unique experiential learning environment sets students up for success beyond the classroom.In total there are over 200 programs offered at degree, diploma and certificate level across the campuses of Fanshawe College. As well as the main London campus, there are others in Simcoe, Woodstock, and St. Thomas. London Campus is on oxford street campus. Situated on 100 acres of scenic land, it’s home to outstanding facilities for learning and athletic recreation.Accommodation options include on-campus residences and private rentals, along with Homestay options. Students who are full-time at London get a bus pass included for easy transport around the city, and services at the Student Wellness Centre.The college offers over CAD 5 million in scholarship awards for students, some of which are specifically made available to international students. Students will also be able to take advantage of co-operative learning options which incorporate paid work, so that students can ‘earn while they learn’.Students at Fanshawe are well prepared for professional life, with many finding employment within the first six months of graduating. The Fanshawe College Alumni Association of over 200,000 graduates creates a lasting global connection for all who study at the College.

Queen's University Belfast

One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK, Queen’s University Belfast (Queen’s) boasts an impressive track record of continued excellence.A member of the highly regarded Russell Group, Queen’s is ranked inside the world’s top 180 universities (QS World Rankings 2019) and joint second in the UK for its impressive facilities (Times Higher Education). It is also considered amongst the ten most beautiful universities in the UK and is based in the centre of Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland and ranked the number one region in the world to visit by Lonely Planet in 2018.Queen’s boasts some remarkably impressive alumni including two Nobel Prize winners, Seamus Heaney and David Trimble. It continues to provide exceptional outcomes for its graduates, with its research-based learning leading to over 94% of graduates finding work within six months of leaving.The university is proud of its standing as an institution open to all, regardless of social class, race or gender. Over 30% of students are from lower socio-economic groups and it is the UK’s leading institution for accessibility. A range of support networks are in place for students to provide the necessary help and advice to assist with their student experience.Queen’s impressive facilities are the subject of ongoing investment, including the new GBP 50 million McClay Library housing 1.2 million books, computers and the iconic CS Lewis Reading Room, with interior inspired by the author’s work including a hand-carved replica of the wardrobe door from The Chronicles of Narnia.State-of-the-art fitness facilities include a fitness centre with a 25-metre swimming pool and outdoor 3G pitches. Queen’s also has theatres, restaurants and its own music venue, Mandela Hall.

De Montfort University

De Montfort University (DMU) is a modern higher education institution based in Leicester, in the midlands of the UK. It is a campus university situated on the outskirts of the city centre, making it one of the few universities in the UK to offer the best of both worlds.Students can choose from over 100 undergraduate qualifications at DMU, across a wide range of subjects. Postgraduate qualifications are also available. Whether students are looking to break new ground with creative courses or learn from the experts in the worlds of business, engineering or health, there are excellent options available.The quality of these qualifications is widely renowned. DMU is a 5-star ‘excellent’ rated university (QS rankings) offering a modern approach to learning. Students will achieve more, enjoy a better balance between study and leisure, and be happier during their time at DMU.This is helped by the extensive support services offered by the university. Students can get help with any problems affecting them, whether they are wellbeing-related, financial or academic. There is also dedicated support for international students, helping them to feel comfortable while learning in the UK.The university has excellent facilities for students, including those focussed on learning and those dedicated to leisure time. Students will use the same standard of equipment as they would working in their chosen industry, and during downtime can benefit from state-of-the-art sporting facilities. These include an Olympic sized swimming pool and rock wall climbing facilities, bothfully accessible to disabled students.Leicester is a great choice for students who wish to learn in the UK. It is a mid-sized, multi-cultural city with excellent transport links. There are also 2 international airports nearby, both less than 50 minutes away. Leicester has a wealth of amenities that students can enjoy, including plenty of shops, trendy bars, restaurants and entertainment options.

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