Azerbaijan – Levant Education Group

‘Brexit’ British unis lose out in Azerbaijan Scholarship programme

July 11, 2019levanteducation

The government of Azerbaijan has announced a new postgraduate scholarship programme, to be jointly run under the administration of Azerbaijan Youth Foundation (Masters) and the Ministry of Education (PhD’s).

x6_sb_web — Levant Education have organised high level education exhibitions in Azerbaijan since 2012.

While this is good news for talented undergraduates aiming to continue their academic career abroad, the announcement is not all good news for foreign universities.

The UK, traditionally the favourite destination for Azerbaijani students, has seen the number of ‘approved’ universities reduced to just 11, compared to around 40 the last time the government ran a similar programme. The eleven universities approved to receive Azerbaijani sponsored students are:

1. Imperial College London 2. King’s College London 3. London School of Economics and Political Science 4. UCL 5. University of Bristol 6. University of Cambridge 7. University of Edinburgh 8. University of Glasgow 9. University of Manchester 10. University of Oxford 11. University of Warwick

Impending exit of the UK from the European Union, and the high cost of courses, will no doubt be factors to have affected the thinking of the Ministry, in this pro-European former Soviet state. European universities featured on the list include 44 from Germany, 32 from Italy and 21 from France.

Speaking from Baku, David Mitchell of Levent Education said, “The previous scholarship programme of the Ministry of Education enabled hundreds of talented young Azerbaijanis to achieve their academic ambitions abroad and return to begin their careers. The suspension of that programme saw numbers of students studying abroad plummet. We expect interest and applications to increase back to 2013 levels.”

To receive details of the approved subjects, institutions and exhibition dates, complete the quick form below:

Recruit in Azerbaijan Autumn 2019

July 11, 2019July 11, 2019levanteducation

With the announcement of the return of Ministry scholarships for Postgraduate study abroad, now is the time to book your trip to Baku for our annual Study Abroad Exhibition at the Hilton Hotel, Baku: 18 & 19 October 2019.

Master level scholarships will be provided under the administration of the Azerbaijan Youth Foundation, while PhD scholarships will be administered through the Ministry of Education. Click here for a list of priority PG subjects. Azerbaijan also sends thousands of self-funded students to HE institutions around the world every year.

sb_exhibit_oct16o — *I thought the event was very well run and the quality of the prospective students I met was mostly very high. There also seemed to be a good number of attendees.*” Dan Newby, London School of Economics

There is a choice of exhibitions to attend in this excellent market for bright young students; we have been running successful exhibitions in Baku since 2012, finding the ideal balance between quantity of visitors and quality of enquiries.

On Friday 18th October we will be visiting the Ministry of Education to discuss the scholarship goals and parameters. We will also be visiting High Schools with a track record of preparing students for international Higher Education.

To reserve your place, complete the pre-registration form now:

Inspiring Teachers in Baku

July 2, 2019July 2, 2019levanteducation

Levant Education and local partners put together a day of training for experienced language teachers in Baku in June.

Thom Jones came into Baku to deliver his unique brand of entertaining, motivational and insightful training, supported by Levant Education local office Manager Khayala Pashayeva and local partner school Linguist.

Owner / Director of Linguist Language Training School Nazrin Mammadova said after the event, “The sessions were really interesting and really productive for local teachers. I received very positive feedback from the teachers and what is more we now have greater demand for a similar event in the future”.

The workshop covered intercultural communication and explored the themes of technology, resources, 21st century skills, ingrained responses, relevance and learner (and teacher) motivation.

Xayala Khayala Pashayeva lead a session on social media and the classroom, and subjects also included the ‘fallacy of the native speaker’ and preparing students for international language exams.

According to one of the trainees, an experienced teacher, “Thom was very interesting person who was able to encourage me to start a new teacher training course for next year. I really saw myself in him!”

Thanks to Thom, Khayala, Nazrin and sponsors Kings Education – a great collaboration in the service of teacher training and a launchpad for future events.

Azerbaijan Study Abroad Scholarships Return

June 7, 2019levanteducation

The Azerbaijan government has announced the return of state funding and scholarships for Master and PhD programmes.

Master level scholarships will be provided under the administration of the Azerbaijan Youth Foundation, while PhD scholarships will be administered through the Ministry of Education.

Levant Education will once again be holding its Study Abroad Education Exhibition in Baku in the Autumn, as it has since 2011. For details about the scholarship and the exhibition please complete the quick form below.

Prioritised specialties for the education of the citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan at PhD level have been defined as follows:

Subject specialties:

1.1. Mathematics

1.2. Mechanics

1.3. Astronomy

1.4. Physics

1.5. Chemistry

1.6. Biological sciences

1.7. Earth sciences

1.8. Geography

Agricultural specialties direction:

2.1. Agrarian sciences

The direction of health and welfare specialties:

3.1. Medical sciences

3.2. Pharmaceutical sciences

3.3. Health management.

Direction of technical and technological specialties:

4.1. Technical sciences

Direction of economics and management specialties:

5.1. Economics sciences.

Directions of education:

6.1. Pedagogy

6.2. Psychology

6.3. Education management.

Humanitarian and social specialties:

7.1.History

7.2. Sociology

7.3. Law / legal sciences.

Complete the form for more details about the scholarships and the Exhibition in the Autumn:

Azerbaijan Mission Autumn 2018

January 9, 2018March 13, 2019levanteducation

Baku September 28,29

Azerbaijan continues to be a great market for excellent students at UG and PG level. We have 6 years experience in running targeted events, so you can be sure of a reasonable cost, high return mission:

International High School Workshop (In-school)
Recruitment Exhibition (Hotel)
Local visits

We invite HE and HE Pathway providers to join us in Baku for Higher Education focussed recruitment sessions and meetings. There will be time also for your own private meeting scheduling.

This is the ideal mission and event for those seeking to attract focussed prospective students for 2019. Previous and regular exhibitors include University of Manchester, UCL, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Aberdeen, University of Warwick, University of Edinburgh, Kings College London and other top HE, Foundation / A Level providers.

Registration Deadline: August 31 2018

Total Recruitment – Baku Autumn 2017

October 2, 2017February 5, 2018levanteducation

This weekend Studybritish.com hosted a full programme of recruitment activities for high-end UK universities in Baku, Azerbaijan.

“Thanks for a good event – we can always rely on you guys to deliver! As we know it’s about being targeted and I was pleased with the type of visitors to the fair”.
Joanne Jacobs, University of Manchester.

In a challenging market all channels are important to maximise recruitment opportunities, and Studybritish.com (a division of Levant Education) aims for a ‘Total Recruitment’ performance, with marketing initiatives including high school visits, online and social media, alumni events and the exhibition, our 10th since 2012.

With concerns about the economy in Azerbaijan and falling recruitment numbers, it was rewarding to see that the strength and appeal of UK education endures.

See you back in Baku next year !

Azerbaijan Autumn 2017

June 12, 2017October 2, 2017levanteducation

29, 30 September 2017
Marriott Hotel, Baku

We are looking forward to welcoming partners from Higher Education and HE pathways to our Baku events in April.

“I thought the event was very well run and the quality of the prospective students I met was mostly very high. There also seemed to be a good number of attendees.”
Dan Newby, London School of Economics & Political Science, October 2016

Now in its 5th year in Azerbaijan, this will be our 8th education exhibition in Baku since 2012. We have maintained our focus on high quality exhibitions and networking events, working with the Azerbaijan Ministry of Education, SOCAR and SOFAZ, local schools and universities to ensure successful alignment with local institutions.

Institutions attending in the past 2 years include London School of Economics, Kings College London, University of Manchester, University of Glasgow, Warwick University, University College London, Aberdeen University, Aberystwyth University, Cardiff University, University of Edinburgh, University of Newcastle, University of Southampton, Kings Colleges, Bell University Pathways, and many more.

Universities can choose to attend whether working with Levant Education

on agency terms (commission agreement)
on an annual ‘Direct Recruitment‘ package
or with no formal agreement

All registered attendees will be supported by a full, local-language profile on Studybritish.com or Levanteducation.com in Azerbaijan. The event will be expertly marketed to attract a focussed attendance for better conversion rates.

Once we have received your registration, exhibitors will be invited to participate in the local High School visit, and the Alumni & VIP networking reception.

Azerbaijan Mission Report October 2016

October 26, 2016May 7, 2017levanteducation

Leading UK universities, including London Schools of Economics & Political Science, Kings College London, Warwick University, Manchester University and University College London, joined the Studybritish.com HE exhibition in Baku last week.

Despite fears of reduced demand due to the local economy, global oil prices and the suspension of the Ministry of Education scholarship, interest was strong and high achieving students remain attracted to studying in the UK.

Applications from self-funded students for 2017 have started more strongly that last year, and there are hopes for a return of the state scholarship next year, focussed on PG courses in ministry identified subjects, and joint programmes held in both countries.

The exclusive Studybritish.com Alumni Reception again attracted a good number of UK university alumni, a vital source of university ‘ambassadors’ and referral enquiries for the future. University representatives were then treated to an evening of blues jazz at an exclusive restaurant, with the International Jazz Festival taking place in Baku.

The Studybritish.com HE Exhibition takes place in October and April every year, and was the first UK-focussed education event in Azerbaijan, developed with support from the FCO and UKTI. Since 2013 the British Council has offered a competing event, which helps their local sales of IELTS courses and tests, products that globally help the BC earn over £1 billion per year. In 2016 the BC were forced to issue an apology to Levant Education for unfair competitive exploitation of Levant’s cooperation with UKTI / FCO in 2011/12.

Baku Autumn 2016

May 25, 2016October 26, 2016levanteducation

October 14 and 15, 2016
Marriott Hotel, Baku

We are looking forward to welcoming UK partners from HE and HE pathways to our Baku events in October.

Can’t attend? Our year-round digital marketing package is localise, published in Azeri-language and linked to social media, and is guaranteed to generate enquiries and provide traffic from Azerbaijan. Choose ‘online marketing only’ to register and confirm your Azerbaijan online campaign for 2016/17.

The first and original UK-dedicated event in Azerbaijan, this will be our 7th UK-focussed education exhibition in Baku since 2012. We have maintained our focus on high quality exhibitions and networking events, working with the Azerbaijan Ministry of Education, SOCAR and SOFAZ, local schools and universities to ensure successful alignment with local institutions.

Universities can chose to attend whether working with Levant Education

on agency terms (commission agreement)
on an annual ‘Direct Recruitment‘ package
or with no formal agreement
or sign up for online marketing only

All registered attendees will be supported by a full, year-round profile on Studybritish.com in Azerbaijan. The event will be precisely marketed to attract a focussed attendance with better conversion rates.

Universities will also be invited to participate in the famous Studybritish Alumni Reception, featuring an Inter-University Challenge Quiz: current champions are University of Manchester.

Click the logo for further details and online registration:

Report: Studybritish.com events in Baku

April 15, 2016May 7, 2017levanteducation

Last week top UK Universities returned to Baku with the Studybritish.com Education Tour, held at the JW Absheron Marriott Hotel on April 8 and 9.

Above: Images from the Alumni evening at Baku Marriot Hotel

Despite the devalued Manat and suspended Scholarship Programme, interest in studying in the UK was high and the exhibition was well attended. The group also visited ADA University, and on Friday evening a lively Alumni Reception was held, with over 70 UK Alumni attending.

Above: Images from the student recruitment event at Baku Marriott Hotel

Levant Education continues to be committed to Azerbaijan, working with universities on a variety of levels: networking, alumni events, recruitment events and market analysis. The majority of Levant’s clients use its services to improve brand awareness and direct recruitment, an increasingly important channel for university recruitment to the UK.

The Studybritish.com Exhibition and related events will return to Baku in October.

The Independent Complaints Body Verita will soon publish its report into the behaviour of the British Council in Azerbaijan in particular. Levant Education agreed cooperation with the British Council to launch UK-focussed events in Azerbaijan and Turkey in 2012, and paid UKTI for support services. The British Council then used that cooperation and support to launch a competing events, despite assurances of support and non-competition.