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What other countries besides the Netherlands and Switzerland offer strong post-study work opportunities in food science and technology, similar to Canada, Germany, Australia, the UK, and Ireland?

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Yes, beyond Canada, Germany, Australia, the UK and Ireland, New Zealand, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, France and Norway also offer strong food science post-study work routes, with New Zealand giving up to 3 years and Finland up to 2 years for eligible graduates.

What are some countries where I can pursue a master's in Electrical and Electronics Engineering for around ₹20-30 lakhs INR, including tuition and living costs, and also offer post-study work visas?

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Germany, France, Poland, Malaysia, and the Czech Republic all offer Electrical and Electronics Engineering master's within ₹20 to 30 lakh total, including tuition and living costs, plus post-study work visas ranging from 1 year in Poland and Malaysia to 18 months in Germany.

How long can I stay and work in France after completing my master's degree with the Recherche d'Emploi ou Creation d'Entreprise (RECE) post-study work permit?

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The RECE permit gives French master's graduates 12 months, one year, to stay and work while job hunting or preparing a business, and it is non-renewable, so you must secure qualifying employment, generally a role related to your studies paying above 2,800.53 euros gross a month, before it expires.

Considering my background in computer science and 8 years of experience, which European country offers affordable tuition and living costs, a 12-month post-study work visa, and a growing tech sector?

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France best matches your criteria, with a 3,950 euro non-EU Masters fee at many public universities, a genuine 12 month post-study job search permit, and 18,000 active startups. Germany offers similar tuition value but an 18 month, not 12 month, post-study window.

What are the best countries for my academic profile, career goals, and budget, considering programs in engineering, computer science, and business, with minimal or no tuition fees, and post-study work visa options?

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Germany is your strongest option, with free public tuition, a small semester fee and an 18-month post-study visa for engineering, computer science and business. France offers subsidised public tuition with a 1-year work permit, while Taiwan combines low fees with a growing tech and semiconductor job market for graduates.

Should I pursue my master's in the United States or France, considering my four-year bachelor's degree, interest in English-taught programs, and desire for strong post-study work opportunities?

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Choose the United States for higher earning potential, a purely English-speaking environment, and OPT of up to three years, though your long-term stay depends on the competitive H-1B lottery. Choose France for lower cost, predictable Passeport Talent visa routes, and no lottery, provided you learn conversational French.

What are the pros and cons of studying in Germany, France, or Ireland as an Indian student, focusing on tuition fees, job market, language requirements, and post-study work visas?

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Germany offers the lowest tuition and an 18 month post-study visa, France charges roughly 2,902 to 3,950 euros a year at public universities, and Ireland gives English taught degrees with a 12 to 24 month graduate visa but the highest tuition and living costs.

What are the main advantages of pursuing a Master's in Finance in France and the Netherlands, compared to Germany?

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France offers relatively low public university tuition near 3,950 euros a year and access to Paris's finance industry, while the Netherlands offers widespread English taught finance programs and a straightforward 1 year orientation visa for job hunting, whereas Germany typically wins on overall cost and its Frankfurt banking sector.

All Questions (30)

What other countries besides the Netherlands and Switzerland offer strong post-study work opportunities in food science and technology, similar to Canada, Germany, Australia, the UK, and Ireland?

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What are some countries where I can pursue a master's in Electrical and Electronics Engineering for around ₹20-30 lakhs INR, including tuition and living costs, and also offer post-study work visas?

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How long can I stay and work in France after completing my master's degree with the Recherche d'Emploi ou Creation d'Entreprise (RECE) post-study work permit?

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Considering my background in computer science and 8 years of experience, which European country offers affordable tuition and living costs, a 12-month post-study work visa, and a growing tech sector?

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What are the best countries for my academic profile, career goals, and budget, considering programs in engineering, computer science, and business, with minimal or no tuition fees, and post-study work visa options?

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Should I pursue my master's in the United States or France, considering my four-year bachelor's degree, interest in English-taught programs, and desire for strong post-study work opportunities?

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What are the pros and cons of studying in Germany, France, or Ireland as an Indian student, focusing on tuition fees, job market, language requirements, and post-study work visas?

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What are the main advantages of pursuing a Master's in Finance in France and the Netherlands, compared to Germany?

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Should I choose the UK or France for my master's in Fashion Design, given their program durations, tuition fees, and post-study work visa options?

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Which country is the top choice for pursuing a Master in Management (MiM), especially for Indian students, considering factors like strong reputation, affordability, post-study work options, and cultural exposure?

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Which country would be best for my education considering UK, Netherlands, Italy, France, or USA?

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What are the top countries for studying business or marketing abroad, considering my interest in practical experience, post-study work options, and exposure to European markets, and what are the typical IELTS scores and tuition fees for these countries?

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Are you open to guidance for countries other than the UK, such as France, Netherlands, or Germany for a Master's?

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Is the bilateral agreement between India and France for extending stay back period still applicable for a Master's?

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After completing my masters, can I apply for a work visa or only a student visa in France?

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Do students who study in France usually stay back to work or do they usually return to their home country?

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Do countries like Germany, Sweden, Netherlands, France, and Italy offer post-study work visas allowing stay for 3 years after a 2-year PG course for a Postgraduate?

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Can you add more countries to my profile besides the UK for a Master's?

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Can I extend my visa if I want to after completing my course in France for a Master's?

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Are you considering Canada or European countries as backup options for studying abroad for a Master's?

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