Thursday, February 27, 2014

POSTGRADUATE STUDY IN THE UK


What sort of courses can I do as a postgraduate student in the UK? What will the experience be like? How can I get the most out of my time in Britain? How will this contribute to my personal development? What support is available? Will further study be valued when I return home?

Taught courses
Most postgraduates in the UK are studying for Masters qualifications lasting one or two years. These courses serve a range of needs from vocational training to a preparation for further research. One characteristic common to all is the opportunity to work in small groups and contribute to an exciting mix of ideas and experience.

Teaching and learning on taught courses may be in the form of essays, project work, industrial or business placements, problem classes, lectures, tutorials or discussion groups. They may also include a project or research dissertation which you work on individually or as part of a group.

It is important that you check the content of courses and are sure that they are suitable for you. Courses with the same title may be very different in their aims and methods and different institutions have different strengths.

Research
British Universities have a long and respected tradition for research. Many Masters courses contain a research element and some are dedicated to research with little or no formal teaching. The most advanced form of postgraduate research is doctoral work which is intensive and needs strong commitment in terms of time, dedication and finance. Full time study at this level will take at least three years.

Whatever course you choose research in the UK is characterized by close contact with academic staff and personal research supervision either working with one or two academics or part of a research team. If you are considering doing a doctorate in the UK you must make sure you are very clear about your reasons and motivations. The work is intense and demands a high degree of independence of both thought and working patterns. Choosing your supervisor’s) for doctoral level work is very important. You will have a close working relationship with these people for several years so be sure to make sure the people you choose will be best suited to your needs.

In recent years much more emphasis has been placed upon gaining a broad range of skills appropriate not just to your specific research project but to the your subject area generally. Do take advantage of these opportunities as they will put you in a stronger position when it comes to seeking employment whether within academia or in other careers.

Personal Development
Whatever your course you will have the opportunity as a postgraduate to develop your skills both formally and informally. All institutions offer a range of supplementary courses in addition to the training and teaching you will receive as part of your study.

What is often not recognized are the skills you will develop informally through studying in another country at postgraduate level. Postgraduate study will enable you to develop your personal skills in areas such as presentation, report writing, organizing work effectively, managing others and communicating ideas clearly. Also the experience of simply studying in another country and being part of a different culture is something that cannot be learned elsewhere.

Working while studying
The UK Government has recently made it easier for international students to work while studying. The most obvious way of earning extra income while studying is doing teaching work. With the rapid expansion of higher education in the UK over the last decade there are many more opportunities for teaching at all levels from demonstrating and laboratory work to tutorials, seminars and sometimes lecturing.

There may be limitations on what teaching work you can do as Masters student and more opportunity exists for those doing doctoral research. Remember, though, that teaching can be time consuming so be sure to balance the attractions of teaching work with the needs of your course or research. You should expect training and support to be provided from your department or institution to help you teach.

Student Support
It is important to remember that when you are studying your academic work is only part of your life. All institutions in the UK have an organization run by students and usually known as the students’ union or association. They are a focus for student life and provide social and sporting facilities as well as acting as the voice of students at the institution. Most institutions have a postgraduate society and a wide range of other clubs and societies.

The first places you should go for information and support are your institution and its students’ union. There are also several national organizations for students in the UK.

The national body for postgraduates in the UK is the National Postgraduate Committee (NPC) which is an independent organization offering support, advice and guidance to student unions, institutions and individuals. The National Union of Students (NUS) is the largest student organization in the UK but does tend to focus more on the needs of undergraduates.

Be part of it!
There is unprecedented interest in higher education at the moment and a real commitment to widening opportunity and expanding the role that higher education plays in society and the world. Postgraduate study and research can serve different needs from career training to the development of original and exciting ideas through research and collaborative work. This is an exciting time to be part of a learning revolution that can benefit you as an individual and society as a whole. The UK has a deserved reputation as one of the best places to do postgraduate work in the world. If you are clear about your reasons for study and make the most of the opportunities available you will have a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Be part of the learning revolution and come and study in the UK. It’s an experience you will never forget.

By: Jeremy Hoad
General Secretary, National Postgraduate Committee (UK), 1998 - 2000

Monday, February 24, 2014

STUDYING STATISTICS IN CANADA


Here is the general information for studying Statistics in Canada

Statistics is related to data and their analysis. Statistics is applicable in wide range of fields that include: health sciences, economics, finance, social sciences, engineering, and in chemical, biological and physical sciences. The undergraduate, post graduate and doctorate statistics are available for international students in Canada. Generally, the universities have separate department for statistics but in some cases it is combined with other departments like mathematics.

Admission requirements
The admission requirements for statistics is similar as for other programs in Canada. However, students must have good background in Mathematics courses, physics and even computer science. Students must have taken the subjects that include Derivatives and Anti-derivatives in high school.

General Documents Required for admission in Statistics
  • Transcripts of all the levels of study students have cleared
  • Letter of Recommendations
  • Official Copy of TOEFL or IELTS Scores
All the foreign students whose primary language is not English should show the ability to study in English language through the English tests TOEFL or IELTS.

The students who are educated outside Canada are suggested to take the GRE Test.

What will students Study in Statistics?
In statistics, students will learn about the probability, queuing theory, calculus, risk management, regression analysis, credibility theory, and survival analysis. Co-operative programs are generally offered by many universities or colleges, providing students with an opportunity to collect some valuable experiences in either public or the private sectors.

Working Opportunities
Graduates of statistics have the advanced analytical and critical thinking skills. Statistics graduates generally are provided with the jobs related to analysis, because of their ability to analyze. Besides, they may even work as a teachers, statistician, financial risk analyst, or researchers. The qualified statistician is demanded in various sectors either that be the government or the private.

Universities for Statistics
Here is the list of universities in the Canada that offer Statistics degree. The name of the university is linked to the statistics department website of respective university. So if you need more information on the university providing statistics degree then click on the University Name.
  • University of Alberta, Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
  • University of Calgary, Mathematics and Statistics
  • University of British Colombia, Statistics
  • Simon Fraser University, Statistics and Actuarial Science
  • University of Victoria, Mathematics and Statistics
  • University of Manitoba, Statistics
  • University of Winnipeg, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Dalhousie University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Carleton University, Ottawa-Carlton Institute of Mathematics & Statistics
  • University of Guelph, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Lakehead University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • McMaster University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • University of Ottawa, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Queen's University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • University of Toronto, Statistics
  • University of Waterloo, Department of Statistics and Actuarial Sciences
  • University of West Ontario, Epidemiology and Biostatistics/Statistics and Actuarial Sciences
  • York University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Concordia University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • McGill University, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Universite de Montreal, Department de Mathematiques et Statistique
  • The list provided here is not the complete list of Universities which offer Statistics Courses.
For complete list of universities in Canada Click Here


Saturday, February 22, 2014

6,722 STUDENTS GRADUATE IN 39TH CONVOCATION OF TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY


Around 6,722 graduates from various faculties and institutes of Tribhuvan University participated in the 39th convocation ceremony of TU at the university’s cricket ground in Kirtipur. Chairman of Interim Government of Nepal, Khil Raj Regmi, in his capacity as the Chancellor of TU, distributed honours to the attending students. Along with Regmi, education minister Madhav Prasad Poudel and Vice-Chancellor of TU, Prof. Hira Bahadur Maharjan were also present at the ceremony.


A total of 51 students together with 34 from humanities, seven each from science and technology and management, two from education and one from law faculty received doctorate degree in the ceremony.

Tribhuvan University is the oldest university of Nepal with five institutes, 60 constituent campuses and more than 900 affiliated campuses nationwide. This year, out of 54,775 graduates from the university, only 6,722 students attended the convocation ceremony. Prof. Maharjan said that the university is constantly striving for making the education system more productive, and gaining international excellence. Prof.

He Jianpng, Vice-President of University of Xihua was also invited to the ceremony. He said that TU should emphasize on producing skilled human resource that would contribute to socio-economic development of the country.

In an addressing speech at 39th Convocation Ceremony of TU, Regmi said that education is vital spark for social transformation and building nation a success. He added that TU has been contributing long in producing skilled human resource for the nation. He also expected TU to enhance world-class human resource capable of serving in various sectors of societies worldwide. Regmi, on behalf of government, further assured to sustain peaceful and stable environment for educational development in the nation.

Congratulations to all the graduates!