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Location : North America bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and North Pacific Ocean between Canada & Mexico
Area : 96,31,418 square kilometers
Population : 29,65,00,000 (est.) (3rd largest)
Main States : NY, DC, PA, CA, NC etc
Industries : Dairy, Automobile, Education etc

Often called 'the land of opportunities and hope', 'technological foundry', and 'the land of adventure', United States of America needs no formal introduction. The climatic and geographic variations, the cultural diversity, the commitment and dedication to the development of new technologies, a flourishing and strong economy with a liberalized education system make USA an ideal country for international students.

The climate of USA varies as one move from one zone to another due to the vast landscape. Generally the western and southern half of the USA has an overall warmer weather, as compared to the eastern and northern half. Eastern/Northern half is cold in winters accompanied by snowfall, and has pleasant summers. Whereas the Western/Southern part has hot summers and comparatively tolerable winters.

American culture is like a salad bowl in which the immigrants' individual differences retain their flavors while still contributing to the whole. In short, the country has welcomed people from all over the world and assimilated different cultures while giving space and liberty to each culture to retain its identity. This cultural diversity is seen in the different faiths practiced and followed in USA , the different dialects and languages spoken across the continent and the different music traditions that have flourished there.

The United States is a federal union of 50 states, with the District of Columbia as the seat of the federal government. The Constitution outlines the structure of the national government and specifies its powers and activities, and defines the relationship between the national government and individual state governments. Power is shared between the national and state (local) governments. Within each state are counties, townships, cities and villages, each of which has its own elective government. Governmental power and functions in the United States rest in three branches of government: the legislative, judicial, and executive. In this system of a” separation of powers" each branch operates independently of the others, however, there are built in "checks and balances" to prevent a concentration of power in any one branch and to protect the rights and liberties of citizens. Liberty , equality and fraternity are the pillars of the government in USA . United States of America has the most technologically advanced, diverse and the largest economy in the world. This powerful economic force, known for its entrepreneurial spirit, is one where private individuals and businesses (of all sizes) thrive by selling their goods and services internally, and across the globe. Even the huge U.S. government complex buys most of its needed goods and services predominantly in the U.S. private marketplace. This thriving economy makes USA one of the best places in the world.

The states with well-developed education system include Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, California, Illinois, Texas, Arizona, Michigan and Florida. Most of the international students prefer to study in these states

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Location : Canada is closest neighbor of USA
Area : 9,984,670 square kilometers
Population : 32,805,04s
Main States : Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal
Industries : Telecommunications / Biotechnology / Farming / Mining


Climate:

City

Average maximum daytime temperatures

 

January

April

July

October

 Sudbury

-9 ºC

8 ºC

25 ºC

10 ºC

 Ottawa

-6 ºC

11 ºC

26 ºC

13 ºC

 Toronto

-3 ºC

12 ºC

27 ºC

14 ºC

 Windsor

-1 ºC

13 ºC

28 ºC

16 ºC

The combination of Canada 's natural environment and its reputation for high-quality education are just a few of the things that have made Canada an ideal destination and attracted tens of thousands of foreign students to Canada every year. Because of higher standard of living in Canada , in the last decade, Canada has repeatedly been chosen by UN as one of the best places to live in the world. The reasons listed included: high education enrollment levels; high-quality, low cost education; universal healthcare system; an uncompromising respect for fundamental rights and human dignity; clean and safe cities; and cosmopolitan, multi-cultural ethnic cities with many recreational amenities.

Part of the Canadian mainland and most of the islands near the Artic region fall within the Frigid Zone; the remainder of the country lies in the northern half of the North Temperate Zone . As a consequence, general climatic conditions range from the extreme cold characteristic of the Arctic regions to the moderate temperatures of more southerly latitudes. The Canadian climate is thus marked by wide regional variations.

Canada 's culture bears a multidimensional character with streaks from French, British and American culture deeply embedded into it. Canadians are polite and courteous to a fault; they are levelheaded thinkers and love peace. A Canadian would prefer to discuss matters than argue or fight over the same. The best trait that Canadians are endowed with is their ability to accept, adapt to and assimilate every culture into their own. It is a country of immigrants and that is its culture. In Canada , just about every language in the world is spoken. They have television channels and newspapers devoted to any cultural group that has a large enough market to support them.

Canada is a federation with a parliamentary system of government. The powers and responsibilities are divided between the federal government and the 10 provincial governments. These governments are elected by the citizens of Canada . The federal government is responsible fore services such as defense, foreign policy, banking, criminal law, immigration and postal laws. The provincial governments are responsible for providing health, education, transportation services including social assistance. The local municipality in each province is responsible for providing services related to water, fire protection and recreation. The three-tiered government system ensures the availability of all the basic amenities making Canada one of the best places in the world to live in.

Canada also has one of the fastest growing economies of the world. In 1998, Canada 's gross domestic product (GDP) was an estimated $688.3 billion up from $643 billion in 1997.Canada ranks among the 10 leading manufacturing nations, and has also experienced tremendous growth in the high technology and services industries. Other important manufacturing sectors include food and beverages, paper and allied products, primary metals, fabricated metals, petrochemicals and chemicals.

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Location : Western Europe, islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France
Area : 244,820 sq km
Population : 60,441,457
Main States : London , Edinburgh , Bristol , Belfast , Plymouth , Cardiff , Glasgow , Liverpool and Manchester.


Industries : Machine Tools, Electric Power Equipment, Automation Equipment, Railroad Equipment, Shipbuilding, Aircraft, Motor Vehicles and Parts, Electronics and Communications Equipment, Metals, Chemicals, Coal, Petroleum, Paper and Paper Products, Food Processing, Textiles, Clothing, and Other Consumer Goods.

The United Kingdom is the home of Europe 's largest city and is embedded in the culture, vocabulary and dreams of English speakers worldwide. It is seen as an economic hub for trade between Europe and North America with the United Kingdom benefiting from the situation for centuries. The United Kingdom still has one of the strongest economies in the world today. Its economic strength coupled with the best educational infrastructure makes it one of the ideal destinations for an international student.

Over England the mean annual temperature at low altitudes varies from about 8.5 °C to 11 °C, with the highest values occurring around or near to the coasts of Cornwall . The mean annual temperature decreases by approximately 0.5 °C for each 100 m increase in height. To a very large extent, winter temperatures in the British Isles in influenced by the surface temperatures of the surrounding sea, which reach their lowest values in late February or early March. Around the coasts February is thus normally the coldest month. Temperature is moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current.

The United Kingdom has a population of diverse backgrounds, given the variety of people who have settled here over the centuries. The majority of the population is Anglo-Saxon which is predominantly German/ Scandinavian in origin. Since the middle of last century there has been significant immigration from many ex-colonies. The United Kingdom has a positive view on increasing multicultural population of the country with the number of people immigrating to the United Kingdom increasing every year. Nearly 15% of the population was born outside of the United Kingdom and have ethnic ties with over 140 countries. This melting pot of cultures range from European groups, particularly Germany and Spain , to immigration from countries across the globe, including Australia , USA , South Africa , Hong Kong , Turkey , Caribbean, Pakistan and India.

Britain is a parliamentary democracy with a constitutional monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, as head of the State. The British constitution, unlike those of most countries, is not set out in a single document. Instead it is made up of a combination of laws and practices which are not legally enforceable, but which are regarded as vital to the working of government. Nevertheless, utmost care to taken to safeguard the fundamental right of the citizens and provide them with the best of the facilities.

The UK has one of the most open economies in the western world. The abolishment of foreign controls deregulated the economy led to globalization. This has led to high levels of foreign direct investment and rising levels of import penetration. The current wave of globalization also places heavy emphasis on the importance of human capital and development this is thus, the right time to be in UK .

UK is made up of Great Britain ( England , Scotland and Wales ) and Northern Ireland , and is one of the 25 member states of the European Union (EU). All these are unique countries with their own customs, cultures and traditions. UK has a strong tradition of public-service broadcasting and an international reputation for creative programmed-making.

Capital cities:

  • London – England
  • Edinburgh – Scotland
  • Cardiff – Wales
  • Belfast– Northern

Education is a hot topic – high up on the agenda of parents, politicians, employers and individuals. Primary, secondary and further education are so important because they are building blocks for a child's future – and society's future too.

Higher and further education (HE and FE) courses follow on from school education. There are loads of options on offer, with academic and vocational courses available at different institutions - from universities to art, agricultural and further education colleges. Courses can last from two to four years – or longer – and lead to a formal qualification such as a degree or diploma. As an exciting, world-class city, London is a fantastic place to study. More than 300,000 students are studying at higher education level in London . The capital offers a great range of colleges and universities. Some of the world's best teaching and training is to be found here – from medical and dental schools to colleges of music, drama, art and design.

  • Higher diplomas and degrees - all the way from accountancy to veterinary science at universities and colleges of higher education
  • Access to higher and further education courses - open to you even if it's years since you sat an examination or you left school with no qualifications.
  • Postgraduate courses - including all the taught MA, MSc and MBA courses that London has to offer

Once-in-a-lifetime experience, higher education (HE) is a lot more than just a qualification. It offers you the chance to meet new people and take advantage of new opportunities.

Currently, universities, education, training institutions and colleges offer various study programs including BA, MA or PhD degrees. There are many universities which offer more or less similar programs. While choosing a university and study program, you should consider the following points

  • the reputation of the university
  • tuition fees of the university
  • scholarship or student loan options
  • local area of the university
  • career prospects of the specific study program
job opportunities around the university
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Existence : 400 yrs
Area: 7,692,030 square kilometers
Population : 20,272,417
Main States : Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane / Gold Coast
Industries : Dairy / Education

Climate : Nearly a third of Australia is in the tropics and the rest is in the temperate zone.
The highlands and tablelands of Tasmania and the south eastern corner of the mainland are the coldest areas. Summer is from December to February; autumn from March to May; winter from June to August; and spring from September to November.

Multiculturalism : The British influence originating in Australia 's colonial origins has evolved over two centuries into a dynamic multiculturalism with invaluable contributions from migrants from all parts of the world.

Almost a quarter of today's 18 million Australians were born in another country. There are nearly one million Asian-born Australians. About 2 per cent are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. More than 100 different ethnic groups are represented in Australia , making Australia one of the most ethnically diversified countries in the world.

Language : Although English is the official language; a host of other languages are spoken in Australia .

Religion : Australia is predominantly a Christian country; however, all religions are represented in the community. Devotees will find churches, mosques, temples and synagogues located in most major cities.

Culture : Australia is rich in the arts. There are eight professional orchestras and a national opera company. Within Australia there are more than 1000 museums preserving and displaying Australia 's diverse cultural heritage.

Australian films are winning international acclaim and many Australian film directors, actors and technicians have been acclaimed in Hollywood at the highest level.

Australian authors have received international recognition particularly with the Booker Prize, won twice by Australians and with Patrick White winning the Nobel Prize for literature. Novelists, dramatists and poets are internationally accepted by their peers as having made a substantial contribution to world literature.

Australians traditionally have provided strong support for theatre, from regional amateur troupes to polished professional companies.

In music, Australia has developed a fertile environment that supports a great range of musical tastes ranging from the most avant-garde experimental to folk, from the youthful sounds of chart-busting pop to the unique music of the Aboriginal people. Painting in Australia has a history that can not only be traced back over forty thousand years of Aboriginal culture but also is represented in the major museums and galleries of modern and avant-garde art, worldwide.

Sports and Recreation : Australians are very keen on sport and outdoor activities. Australia has more than 120 national sporting organizations and thousands of state, regional and club bodies. It is estimated that 6.5 million people, about a third of the population, are registered sports participants. While there are over 120 sporting organizations, Australians also take part in bushwalking, fishing, boating and water sports.

Australia has a world wide reputation for sports and outdoor activities. This is endorsed by the Olympic Committee's selection of Sydney to host the Olympic Games in the year 2000

Transport : Australia has an extensive public transport system that includes trains, buses, tramways, ferries, two major national airlines and a number of regional airlines. Metropolitan areas are divided into zones and your ticket type and cost depends on which zone you are going to travel in and for how long. Tickets can be bought at train stations, on buses and trams and at news agencies.

Tourist students may drive in Australia on a valid overseas driver's license but if the document is not in the English language the visitor must carry a translation with the permit. An international driving license is not sufficient by itself.

Metered taxicabs operate in all major cities and towns. You will find taxi ranks at transport terminals, main hotels or shopping centers or you can hail taxis in the street. A light and sign on the roof indicates if a cab is vacant. There is a minimum charge on hiring and then a charge per kilometer traveled. Taxi drivers do not expect to be tipped. Australia has a world wide reputation for sports and outdoor activities. This is endorsed by the Olympic Committee's selection of Sydney to host the Olympic Games in the year 2000.

Weather/Climate : Seasons in Australia are the opposite of the northern hemisphere. Summer begins in December, and winter in June. However, winters tend to be pleasantly warm and being one of the driest countries on the planet means that whatever your pastimes, they can generally be enjoyed all year round.

Summers can be uncomfortably hot up north, which can bring wet and very humid weather - watch out for the swarms of box jellyfish in the sea around this time. This is, however, the perfect time for the southern beaches. Winter allows skiing in New South Wales and Victoria .

Health Insurance : Most universities require that students have health insurance while studying abroad. You can feel more comfortable knowing that your child will be covered for all eventualities, so why not give them a hand finding the best and most suitable cover? Most plans will cover medical emergencies, and should you want them to be covered for prescriptions and other check-ups and treatments, and then search through the various policies available.

Food : A common worry as a parent will be ensuring your child is eating regularly and healthily. The first point to note here is doing worry! The food may be different to which they are accustomed and take some time to get used to, but most countries will have a wide enough choice to satisfy any tastes. Supermarkets stocking international cuisines are becoming norm, whilst chain restaurants to which many will be used to can be found in most countries.

Almost a quarter of today's 18 million Australians were born in another country. There are nearly one million Asian-born Australians. About 2 per cent are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. More than 100 different ethnic groups are represented in Australia , making Australia one of the most ethnically diversified countries in the world.
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