Indian students turn to Europe for HE and work opportunity

As per a report by The Times of India, as tuition fees and living costs soar in countries like the US, UK, Canada and Australia, Indian students are now choosing more affordable European countries for higher education. Austria, Malta, Portugal and Spain are emerging as preferred destinations due to lower fees, affordable living and post-study work opportunities, reports The Economic Times.

Affordable living is one of the main reasons for this shift. In Austria, on-campus housing ranges between €250 (US$283) and €1,000 per month, and off-campus flats cost €250 to €700 in cities like Vienna and Graz. Purpose-built student accommodation ranges from €350 to €1,200 per month. Malta offers similar options.

European universities are also gaining popularity. Austria’s University of Vienna and Technische Universität Wien offer courses in engineering and social sciences. The University of Malta is noted for programmes in IT, health sciences, and business. These countries allow students to work 20 hours per week during their studies. After graduation, Austria provides a 12-month Jobseeker’s Residence Permit. Malta offers a one-year internship visa, extendable with a job offer. Portugal gives an 18-month job search permit, and Spain allows a one-year post-study permit with possible renewal for high-demand jobs.
Full report on The Economic Times site