STUDY IN EUROPE

Italy Launches €420 Million International Mobility Programme for School Students
Italy has unveiled its largest-ever international school mobility initiative, investing €420 million to support overseas language learning and study experiences for around 150,000 upper secondary school students. The programme aims to strengthen language skills, cultural understanding and international exposure by enabling students to spend time studying in other European countries. The initiative highlights Italy's growing commitment to international education and student mobility. For students considering higher education in Europe, the programme reflects the country's strong focus on global learning, multilingual…
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Germany Introduces dMAT Requirement for Selected Indian Master's Applicants
Germany Introduces dMAT Requirement for Selected Indian Master's Applicants Indian students planning to pursue selected master's programmes in Germany should be aware of a new Digital Master Test (dMAT) introduced as part of the APS (Academic Evaluation Centre) verification process. From the Summer Semester 2027 intake onwards, applicants from specific academic fields, including Engineering, Business, Management, Commerce, Accounting, Finance and Economics, will need to complete the dMAT as part of their APS documentation. Students who completed their APS registration or…
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Sweden Updates Student Residence Permit Rules
Effective Date: 11 June 2026 The Swedish Parliament has introduced new regulations affecting international students applying for or holding a residence permit for higher education (Bachelor's and Master's programmes).Key Changes:Work Limit During Studies Maximum 15 hours per week during academic semesters. Unlimited working hours permitted during June, July, and August. Certain university-related work (research, teaching, internships, student representation, etc.) is exempt from this limit. Higher Academic Requirements: To qualify for a residence permit extension, students must complete: 37.5 credits during…
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Compliance and access dominate university assessment plans, confirms testing giant
A new international survey has found that universities are placing greater emphasis on compliance, secure admissions, and improving student access as they update their assessment and admissions strategies. Institutions are increasingly adopting modern assessment methods while ensuring academic integrity, fair evaluation, and compliance with changing government regulations. Digital technologies and improved verification processes are also becoming more important across the higher education sector. For students considering overseas education, these changes are expected to create more transparent and reliable admissions processes.…
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Minister rules out explosive proposal to hike tuition fees
The French government has confirmed that it has no plans to significantly increase tuition fees at public universities, despite a recent financial report recommending much higher student charges to help address long-term funding challenges. While the report suggested increasing annual tuition fees for bachelor's and master's programmes, the Higher Education Minister rejected the proposal, reaffirming the government's commitment to keeping higher education affordable. Discussions on improving university funding are expected to continue through other measures. For international students interested in…
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