Book on study abroad

Videsath Uparpadanam

This book titled ‘Videsath Uparipadanam’by Dr.T.P.Sethumadhavan is a recent publication on ‘Study abroad.’ Major contents of this book includes prospects and potentials of overseas education, processes, placements, proficiency tests, prospective courses, new generation courses, career options, long term potentials, financial aid, list of universities, visa & immigration procedures, etc. As a sequel to globalization, in the higher education sector Global village concept is acquiring momentum in the world. Any one can access to any education institution abroad. As far as Kerala is concerned, the state has immense potential to exploit the overseas education avenues. So it is the need of the hour to have a book on overseas education. Recently Graduate, Postgraduate and professional college students and parents are more interested to get information on study abroad. ‘Videsath Uparipadanam’ is the only updated publication on overseas education in Malayalam. Vice Chancellor of Kerala Agricultural University Sri. K.R.Viswambharan IAS released this book on 10th March 2008 from Kochi. It can be taken as a reference book and ready reckoner for students aspiring for overseas education. This book published by Current Books, Kottayam is of 246 pages with pictures and illustrations in the D1/8 format and moderately priced at Rs110/-.

Chapter wise details on the above book are herewith enclosed.
1. An Introduction to overseas education
2. Prospects and potentials for Indian students
3. Proficiency tests
4. Criteria for admission
5. Preparation of Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Purpose, Reference & Recommendation letter
6. Calendar of activities
7. Country wise details with special emphasize to 4 P’s
8. Prospective courses
9. New Generation courses
10. Financial aids- Scholarships, Fellowships, Assistantships, etc
11. Admission processes
12. An overview on stay at abroad
13. Apprehensions of Indian students-Most frequently asking Questions & Answers
14. Career options
15. Visa & Immigration procedures
16. List of Foreign Universities
17. Online universities
18. Online job websites
19. List of approved education facilitating agencies
20. Foreign education- Initiatives in India