Education

The caretaker Government of Punjab has officially extended winter vacations until 9 January 2023 for all public and private schools and colleges in the province. Punjab Officially Extends Winter Vacations, Notification Issued In the notification, the Punjab's School Education Department (SED) states, "In continuation of this department's notification of even...

The Government of Punjab has announced winter vacations in all non-formal education institutes from January 1 to January 10, 2024. Punjab Announces Winter Vacations in Non-Formal Education Institutes The Punjab's Literacy and Non-Formal Basic Education Department has issued a notification on the matter. "In new of the increasing harsh weather,...

University of Sindh, Jamshoro has announced winter vacations for all its campuses starting January 1, 2024, which will conclude on January 12, 2024. University of Sindh Announces Winter Vacations from January 1 The notification issued by the university's registrar by order of the Vice Chancellor stated, "This is for the...

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has shared details about the King Abdulaziz University Scholarship 2023 for Postgraduate studies for non-Saudis. HEC Announces King Abdulaziz University Scholarship 2023 The HEC took to social media to officially announce this exciting development, underscoring the exclusive nature of the scholarship aimed at non-Saudi candidates...

In a significant move towards regulating private tutoring in the UAE, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) unveiled a new initiative on Monday, December 18. UAE's 'Private Teacher Work Permit' aims to bring structure to the provision of private lessons outside formal educational...

The long-term cooperation between the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Microsoft continues. The Education Transformation Agreement (ETA) was signed at a ceremony in Islamabad, which aims to further modernize technological education in the country. At the same time, the Imagine Cup competition n, Founders Hub & AI Skilling for students...

The Punjab Boards Committee of Chairmen (PBCC) has announced an extension of the deadline for the submission of admission forms for the Secondary School Certificate (Matric) Annual Examination 2024. Date for Submission of Matric 2024 Exams Admission Forms Extended Candidates and heads of institutes across all nine Boards of Intermediate...

Canada has recently implemented major changes in their student visa rules for international students, affecting their plans for higher education. The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, has introduced new financial requirements for study permit applicants, effective January 1, 2024. The cost-of-living financial requirement for study permit applicants...

The Institute of Business Management (IoBM), Karachi, held its 26th Convocation at its campus on Saturday, December 09, 2023. 1,446 graduates from more than 40 disciplines including Bachelor’s, Master's, and Ph.D. were conferred degrees at the ceremony this year that was attended by senior representatives from IoBM, graduating students, their...

In a groundbreaking achievement, Dubai's private schools have secured a spot among the top 14 globally in mathematics, science, and reading, according to the recent Programme for International Student Assessment (Pisa). Conducted every three years by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Pisa evaluates the ability of 15-year-olds...

In a significant development, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has revealed a notable alteration to its undergraduate policy, abolishing Pakistan Studies as a compulsory subject. Pakistan Studies No Longer Mandatory Subject For Undergraduate Degree Commencing with the new scheme of studies in 2023, the updated undergraduate policy excludes...

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) announced updates to the schedule for revealing merit and selection lists for medical and dental colleges in Punjab for the upcoming 2023-24 session. UHS Revises Schedule For Display of Merit Lists for Medical and Dental Colleges As per the UHS spokesperson, the provisional merit...