NEW DELHI, Feb 11 – Move over web-seminar. Here comes a live web-fair in India, thanks to TCYonline, the leaders in test-prep sector in the country. The company is organising ‘Virtual Education Fair’ from Feb. 13 to 15, a free online study abroad fair to help an Indian student make a ‘better informed’ choice about courses/universities in foreign countries.
This private education provider has roped in some key foreign leaders in the education industry in India, viz. the British Council, University of Canberra (Australia) and Education in Ireland. This unique three-day online fair is expected to attract the best names in the education industry from across the world – ranging from universities and colleges to vocational training institutes. Some embassies in India have also expressed interest in the fair, to highlight study abroad opportunities for Indian students.
Students will be all set once they log on to the TCYonline website and register at www.edufair.tcyonline.com . They will be able to access latest information about the courses and institutes of their choice. Moreover, they can also interact with the university officials and other participants through live-chat sessions. The website will also display a schedule for live-chats so that students can make their plans accordingly. One of the salient features of this fair is students from remote areas will have direct ‘transparent access’ to authentic first-hand information right from the horse’s mouth.
Elaborating on the objectives of the fair, TCYonline CEO Kamal Wadhera says, “Under the present scenario, our students are very confused when it comes to choosing a right course/university abroad. This unique online fair will give them an opportunity to make an informed choice in the comfort of their houses, without any peer pressure.”
“This is a golden opportunity for our students to have a feel of face-to-face interaction with academic experts who will also guide them through live-chats on how to proceed with visa formalities after giving them on-the-spot assessment of their applications,” the CEO added.
Students can even submit documents online and get spot offers in some cases. Eligible students can also apply for scholarships and fee waivers from the institutes. Short-listed students will be assisted by TCYonline experts in file completion. They will also be given pre-departure counseling on the changes they can expect in the new environment by the fairs IELTS and Admission Partners-‘BetterThink’.
Online registrations for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) will be done on the spot. An expert from BetterThink will chip in with a live presentation about education opportunities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
According to Deepika Subramanian (Head, Exams Marketing) British Council, “Education abroad is a great investment for Indian students where they get exposed to world-class education and research. The IELTS is a preferred English language assessment for many countries including destinations like Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. In India, the British Council administers IELTS across 39 locations.” Deepika mentions that the British Council IELTS scholarship that was launched in 2010 for students intending to study overseas was extremely well received and that the British Council had an overwhelming response from Indian students”
Stuart Maxwell, Regional Marketing Officer, University of Canberra, expresses the hope that this fair will give students an opportunity to communicate directly with universities and colleges about courses that may interest them.
“By using modern technology TCY is connecting colleges and universities with students. This concept is convenient and efficient for the benefit of participating students,” he says. Maxwell assures the students that UC will be on hand to answer any and all questions concerning study and living options in Canberra.
Orla Battersby, Head of Education in Ireland says, “Ireland’s worldwide reputation for high quality education is built on the solid foundation of commitment to excellence and studying in Ireland offers students internationally recognised qualifications and extensive choice of courses in a safe environment.” Orla expressed the hope that this upcoming fair would draw more and more students to Ireland known for its world-class universities and colleges and adds Graduates from Ireland are among the most highly employable (per European Report in Nov 2009).
Apart from the UK, Australia and Ireland, information will also be available about study in New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, etc.
Some fair highlights
• Wider choice of universities & courses
• Chat with top institute representatives
• Access to live varsity presentations
• Online documents submissions
• On-the-spot offer letters
This private education provider has roped in some key foreign leaders in the education industry in India, viz. the British Council, University of Canberra (Australia) and Education in Ireland. This unique three-day online fair is expected to attract the best names in the education industry from across the world – ranging from universities and colleges to vocational training institutes. Some embassies in India have also expressed interest in the fair, to highlight study abroad opportunities for Indian students.
Students will be all set once they log on to the TCYonline website and register at www.edufair.tcyonline.com . They will be able to access latest information about the courses and institutes of their choice. Moreover, they can also interact with the university officials and other participants through live-chat sessions. The website will also display a schedule for live-chats so that students can make their plans accordingly. One of the salient features of this fair is students from remote areas will have direct ‘transparent access’ to authentic first-hand information right from the horse’s mouth.
Elaborating on the objectives of the fair, TCYonline CEO Kamal Wadhera says, “Under the present scenario, our students are very confused when it comes to choosing a right course/university abroad. This unique online fair will give them an opportunity to make an informed choice in the comfort of their houses, without any peer pressure.”
“This is a golden opportunity for our students to have a feel of face-to-face interaction with academic experts who will also guide them through live-chats on how to proceed with visa formalities after giving them on-the-spot assessment of their applications,” the CEO added.
Students can even submit documents online and get spot offers in some cases. Eligible students can also apply for scholarships and fee waivers from the institutes. Short-listed students will be assisted by TCYonline experts in file completion. They will also be given pre-departure counseling on the changes they can expect in the new environment by the fairs IELTS and Admission Partners-‘BetterThink’.
Online registrations for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) will be done on the spot. An expert from BetterThink will chip in with a live presentation about education opportunities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
According to Deepika Subramanian (Head, Exams Marketing) British Council, “Education abroad is a great investment for Indian students where they get exposed to world-class education and research. The IELTS is a preferred English language assessment for many countries including destinations like Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. In India, the British Council administers IELTS across 39 locations.” Deepika mentions that the British Council IELTS scholarship that was launched in 2010 for students intending to study overseas was extremely well received and that the British Council had an overwhelming response from Indian students”
Stuart Maxwell, Regional Marketing Officer, University of Canberra, expresses the hope that this fair will give students an opportunity to communicate directly with universities and colleges about courses that may interest them.
“By using modern technology TCY is connecting colleges and universities with students. This concept is convenient and efficient for the benefit of participating students,” he says. Maxwell assures the students that UC will be on hand to answer any and all questions concerning study and living options in Canberra.
Orla Battersby, Head of Education in Ireland says, “Ireland’s worldwide reputation for high quality education is built on the solid foundation of commitment to excellence and studying in Ireland offers students internationally recognised qualifications and extensive choice of courses in a safe environment.” Orla expressed the hope that this upcoming fair would draw more and more students to Ireland known for its world-class universities and colleges and adds Graduates from Ireland are among the most highly employable (per European Report in Nov 2009).
Apart from the UK, Australia and Ireland, information will also be available about study in New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, etc.
Some fair highlights
• Wider choice of universities & courses
• Chat with top institute representatives
• Access to live varsity presentations
• Online documents submissions
• On-the-spot offer letters