QUESTIONS ON THE VIRTUAL FAIR

1. 1. What exactly do you mean by Virtual Fair and who is it meant for?

The European Higher Education Virtual Fair (EHEVF) India 2023 scheduled on 23 and 24 November 2023, offers a 3D virtual platform for Indian school and college students to connect with 70 plus European universities and explore the higher education opportunities available at these institutions.

Students will have the opportunity to interact with representatives from European universities through webinars, live chats, video calls and to gain insights into higher education opportunities across Europe.

Students can receive authentic advice and most up-to-date information directly from university representatives through live webinars held in virtual auditoriums or chat sessions / video calls at university’s virtual exhibition booths hosted by the universities.

Students can engage in virtual roundtable sessions to meet university faculty and staff, initiating genuine conversations. They can also watch videos or download information materials from any of the 73 virtual booths set-up by the universities from the 21 EU Member States.

Students can also access information from all participating European universities on their respective pages on this website: www.study-europe.net/join

2. Which countries are participating in the Virtual Fair this year?

Universities from 21 of the 27 European Union Member States are participating in the EHEVF India 2023 and these include universities from -

Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.

Which European universities and higher education institutions (HEIs) are participating in the EHEVF 2023?

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Top 14 EHEIs & Countries Under 500 Times Higher Education Ranking 2024 are participating in this edition of the fair. These top 14 are from Sweden, Denmark, Belgium, Netherland, Ireland, Italy, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Sweden, Estonia, Spain, Germany

Lund University and Linköping University (LiU) (Sweden), Aarhus University (Denmark), Eindhoven University of Technology and Hanze University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands), University College Dublin and Griffith College (Ireland), Politecnico di Milano and University of Trento (Italy), Frederick University (Cyprus), University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (Bulgaria), University of Tartu (Estonia), University of Navarra (Spain), Constructor University (Germany)

No.	Country	University	Ranking
1	Sweden	Lund University	106th
2	Denmark	Aarhus University	109th
3	Netherlands	Eindhoven University of Technology	168th
4	Netherlands	Hanze University of Applied Sciences	151-200th
5	Ireland	University College Dublin	201-250th
6	Italy	Politecnico di Milano	201-250th
7	Cyprus	Frederick University	201-300th
8	Bulgaria	University of Library Studies and Information Technologies	251-300th
9	Ireland	Griffith College	251-300th
10	Sweden	Linköping University	251-300th
11	Estonia	University of Tartu	301-350th
12	Spain	University of Navarra	301-350th
13	Italy	University of Trento	351-400th
14	Germany	Constructor University	401-500th

2. Who can attend the Virtual Fair?

This virtual fair is open to all Indian students and professionals who are considering higher education opportunities abroad and are keen to explore what the Europe and most specifically the European Union member countries have to offer. Additionally, parents, teachers, educationists, and anyone seeking information about studying in the European continent are encouraged to participate.

3. Do I have to prepare for the Fair and is there anything I need to do to attend the fair?

You don't need to make any special preparations except for registering for the fair if you have not already done so. Please complete your registration by clicking this link " . After registering, you will receive an email. You will need to open the email and click on the included link to confirm your registration.

Next you should visit the link below to view the schedule of webinars and choose the sessions you wish to attend: https://study-europe.net/webinar-schedule. Then on the designated day and time join the virtual fair to participate in your preferred webinar session. You can attend as many webinars as you like.

To view the list of participating institutions, click here:
https://study-europe.net/ehevf-2022-participants-institutions
You can conduct your research and decide in advance which institutions are of interest to you and with which ones you'd like to interact. University representatives from each of the participating universities will be available at their respective virtual exhibition booth for live chats or video calls during the EHEVF.

4. What is the technical preparation I have to do to attend the webinar?

No special technical preparations are necessary. Simply click on the EHEVF link that you'll receive in your email on the dates of the event, which are November 23 and 24, 2023.

Once you enter the Virtual Hall the people at the Information Desk will be happy to assist you. You can communicate with them by clicking on the Avatar of the person at the desk, opening a chat box for immediate responses. You can also use the video camera icon to speak with the staff at the Information Desk. Additionally, you can explore the virtual networking area, attend webinars in the auditorium with live Q&A sessions, and participate in special roundtable sessions To visit the virtual booth of the 70+ participating universities you could visit any of the five exhibition halls , where you can interact with the university representatives at the booth, download information material from the booth, watch videos and move to the next booth. The choice is yours.

5. How can I make use of your website www.study-europe.net?

On the homepage use the search facility to find the university of your choice by applying various filters such as Country, Subject and Tuition Fees. Once you have conducted your search function you can review the shortlisted universities one by one.

6. Is there an entrance fee?

No, there is no entrance fee for the Virtual Fair. The EHEVF is funded by the European Union. However, online registration is mandatory to gain entry. Registration is free.

7. I don't know very much about studying in European HEIs, is this, ok?

You do not need to have prior knowledge about studying in European universities. As long as you know the course or subject you would like to study, the representatives at the university’s virtual booths and speakers in the webinars will be able to explain the available options.

8. Why should an Indian student consider pursuing higher education any European university?

• Europe grants you access to a high-quality global education and to numerous of scholarships and funding provided by individual universities and also countries.
• Institutions encourage you to cultivate essential skills, including self-reliance, independence, as well as intercultural and linguistic proficiencies. Competencies that set you up for highly competitive candidate in the global job market.
• Whether you choose to remain in Europe or return to your home country, a European higher education equips you with skills that transcend borders, facilitating your mobility and career prospects across Europe and around the world.
• Studying in Europe serves as an ideal gateway to explore the continent's vibrant cities, pristine beaches, the majestic Alps, and engage in local cultural celebrations.
• Europe is home to many diverse higher education institutions, catering to a wide range of academic interests. From prestigious research universities to smaller, nurturing teaching colleges, there's a perfect fit for every student
• EHEIs provide a wide range of graduate and post-graduate programs in English. Over the past decade, there has been a significant increase in English-taught courses throughout Europe.
• Europe is a hub of rich history and vibrant traditions, flourishing with cutting-edge innovation. Here, top-notch resources, leading technologies, and renowned experts drive groundbreaking research across various fields, from medicine and space exploration to nanotechnology and beyond.
• A one-of-a-kind cultural immersion within a diverse, dynamic environment. Alongside a top-tier education, you can master new languages and foster essential intercultural skills which groom you for a global career in our rapidly changing world.
• Europe is home to globally recognised for its top-notch universities, many consistently ranking in the top 100 worldwide.
• It provides access to advanced facilities and cutting-edge research opportunities, fostering the legacy of numerous influential intellectuals.
• Europe's quality assurance in higher education is backed by the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education, aiding the development of this framework among Bologna signatory countries, which is recognised across Europe and internationally.
• Europe offers a high-quality education at affordable prices backed by several funding opportunities including the fully-funded global scholarship, ERASMUS MUNDUS, making it more cost-effective than the United States or Australia.
• The cost of living in Europe is comparatively cheaper. There are numerous research jobs available. Many places offer a master’s and doctoral degree is free, additionally students are offered a stipend.
• Europe proudly embraces many centuries of academic excellence.Its rich academic heritage is founded upon numerous landmarks in human knowledge, which continue to enrich today's European higher education institutions, perpetuating this lasting legacy.