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International study is an important part of equipping yourself to handle a career in an increasingly globally interdependent world. The number of students studying abroad has been growing every year. This is inevitable as the world becomes smaller and it is easier to get from one place to another. The study abroad experience is no longer restricted to the typical “junior year abroad”. Not only are students considering full-time options but also looking at specialised programs, distance education or summer study programs that they can enrol at in a university abroad. Many people even go back to study while midway in their careers. New destinations have also opened up and it has become par for the course to consider study options in places like Asia and South America. Students are increasingly going to study in non-traditional destinations, and increasingly to non English-speaking countries. For example, students pick countries like China and India for the educational experience as well as the cultural expansion that such countries offer. They are able to learn new languages and skills that would otherwise not be available to them. The world is truly getting flatter as Thomas Friedman has noted in his renowned book, and international study is a key component of this flattening. Governments are also extending more encouragement and support to international students than ever before. In the US, for example, the Fulbright US Student Program, the Gilman Scholarships for undergraduates with financial need, and new National Security Language Initiative programs focused on language learning are just some of the well-known scholarships available. According to the Open Doors report on international educational exchange 2006, the 20 most popular destinations for study abroad are United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, France, Australia, Mexico, Germany, China, Ireland, Costa Rica, Japan, Austria, New Zealand, Czech Republic, Greece, Chile, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil, and India. Of these, only five are primarily English-speaking, and most are located outside Western Europe. The Open Doors report is published by the Institute of International Education, the leading not-for-profit educational and cultural exchange organization in the United States. While the report is reflective only of American students, it can be taken to be broadly indicative of the trend in other countries as well. Open Doors 2006 data also reveals that the largest growth area is short-term study. This means that a majority of US students are electing summer study programs or other programs last for less than a semester. Summer study programs offer increased flexibility for those who are not able to make the kind of time commitment that a full time course would require. The range of reasons why a particular international student might chose one destination country over another for study is quite wide and includes the perceived quality and reputation of the country’s education provision, its accessibility, affordability and the employability of the qualification obtained. Countries are taking a keen interest in this area as a one of booming growth. Regular education fairs, national marketing strategies, easier immigration policies, an increase in programs in English and regional education hubs are some of the ways in which they are trying to lure the new generation of international students. These young people, for whom borders are meant to be crossed and ‘global citizen’ is more than a buzzword, are defining a new educational ethos across the world.

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Travel expands the mind and so does education. Little wonder then that many young people dream of combining the two and studying abroad. International studies not only confer a prestigious or unusual degree but also expand your horizons—literally and otherwise! Being in a college abroad lets you soak in the atmosphere of an alien place until it becomes your own. Living in a place thousands of miles from home increases independence and self-reliance and meeting other students from diverse countries and cultures broadens your understanding about the world. Studying abroad is no impossible dream. All it takes is some careful planning and preparation. Here are some quick, simple tips to help you on your way: Research! Research! Research! Knowledge is power—and in this case even more so. In most cases, you will not be able to visit the colleges that you want to apply to. The best way to know more about them is to read as much as possible about international studies. Most colleges abroad have websites that you can visit, which give extensive information about admission procedures, fees, scholarships and specific subjects such as math, science or language study programs. Plan meticulously Once you’ve read enough, chart out a plan for studying abroad. Treat it like a special project because it will probably require as much time, energy as one. Zero in on the colleges you want to apply to. Identify what the pros and cons of each college is. Create a spreadsheet timeline or calendar with important dates and deadline marked out. International colleges usually require extensive documents. Prepare lists of everything you will need and tick off items as they get done. Prepare for the tests Many international countries will require you to sit for special exams to be eligible to study in their colleges. Find out what tests you need to sit for and where you can take them. Explore the possibility of attending special classes or language study programs to prepare for the tests. It’s best to prepare for at least a period of three months before attempting the tests because a low score will affect your application. Put aside some time every day to study. Organize your paperwork International studies require a lot of documentation. Make sure that your passport and other documentation is up-to-date and valid. Keep everything in one drawer or folder so that it’s all in one place. Keep photocopies of important documents because you may need them for multiple purposes. Some colleges abroad may require recommendations from old teachers or managers. Approach those who are likely to give you good recommendations and keep these ready. Keep an eye on finances:-Studying abroad can be expensive. Many colleges abroad, however, do offer scholarships and other kinds of assistance. Sometimes, this will finance only a part of your education abroad and you will need to arrange for the rest. Explore multiple options for financing your international education. Do the banks in your country give education loans for international studies? Are there organizations or trusts that help deserving students? What criteria do you need to meet to apply for these? Get ready to fly! Once all the details have been ironed out and it is definite that you will be studying abroad, start preparing for your stay in a new country. Read up as much as possible. Finalize your living arrangements. Talk to people who are already there and find out what you need to take with you. Tie up loose ends in your home country. Decide what you want to leave behind or give away. Spend time with family and friends—you may not see them again for a while. And most of all, be excited; you’re finally on your way to being an international student!

This is about a brief history of perfumes and fragrances, going back as far as ancient Egypt and perfume trades among old civilizations, up to France's influence in today's perfume standard of excellence.

No one is surprised when government officials lie, in this case we're talking about the IRS. The IRS is well-known for its harassment of American citizens. These abuses were documented in congressional hearings. But what happens to the numerous people whose lives have been ravished by the IRS?