Study Abroad Booster Program

To cater end-to-end requirements of learners planning to pursue higher education abroad, upGrad Abroad has launched a Booster Program. The 12-weeks long extensive program is designed with a keen focus on equipping learners to kick-start their international undergraduate/ postgraduate journey after completing a part of their course online in India.

The Booster Program is designed to offer support to students in preparation for IELTS/TOEFL, Academic Writing, Profile Building, International Faculty Masterclass, and University Application, Education Loan, and Visa Support. Under the Booster Program, all the necessary services are required for a smoother transition from India to preferred destination abroad.

In partnership with over 1,000 universities from around the globe, upGrad Abroad helps students live up to their potential and achieve the success they are meant for. Through our robust technological platforms, upGrad Abroad has simplified the study abroad procedure and equipped the students to control and customize their journey throughout.

The masterclass in collaboration with highly-experienced faculties from the top-ranking universities in a global learning environment will add value to a student's profile and make the experience equivalent to that of top universities. 

The Booster Program includes 5-key components to make your university application stand out:

• English Proficiency- IELTS/ TOEFL
• Profile Building
• Academic Writing
• International Faculty Masterclass
• Application & Visa Counseling In Our Portfolio Of 1000+ Universities Across The Globe.

1. IELTS/TOEFL

IELTS

If you are planning to pursue higher education in a foreign university, you have to prove your English language proficiency by taking one of the English Language Assessment Tests. IELTS, or the International English Language Testing System, is one such English proficiency test that is widely accepted and recognised across the world.

The IELTS is important as it assesses whether or not your English language is at par with global standards. IELTS Academic exam score is needed for admission in more than 10,000 universities, so your IELTS score has an imperative role to play in your study-abroad application and dedicated coaching with upGrad Abroad can amplify your performance on the test.

Duration: 6 weeks

What does the course include:

• 25 hours of live online classes
• 4 one-to-one doubt clearing sessions (30 mins each)
• 4 one-to-one speaking practice sessions (30 mins each)
• 15 writing assignments with correction and feedback 
• 2 full-length mock tests
• One-to-one analysis of 2 full-length mock tests

Course Methodology

All classes are conducted in small groups with the exception of doubt clearing and speaking sessions which are conducted one-on-one for individual attention.

IELTS - Key Pointers 

• IELTS is a test of your English language and it assesses you on your English skills in listening, writing, reading, and speaking.
• Once you prove your aptitude of these skills, it means that you are a good fit to study, live or work abroad. 
• The IELTS is a worldwide recognized proof of proficiency in the English Language.

 

TOEFL 

TOEFL, or the Test of English as a Foreign Language, is another popular English language proficiency test accepted globally by 160+ countries. Giving the TOEFL exam can be a great choice to prove your language competency as a non-native English speaker.

English proficiency is a non-negotiable criterion at many international universities and can significantly impact your candidature. With over 11,500 universities and institutions accepting TOEFL scores, accomplishing good results in the exam becomes indispensable to start your study-abroad journey.

upGrad Abroad’s dedicated TOEFL training creates a roadmap for you to efficiently prepare for the exam and clear it with flying colors. 

Duration: 6 weeks

What does the course include:

• 25 hours of live online classes
• 4 direct mentorship sessions for doubt clearing (30 mins each)
• 4 one-to-one speaking practice sessions (30 mins each)
• 15 writing tests with in-depth feedback 
• 2 mock tests
• Comprehensive assessment and analysis of the mock tests

Course Methodology

All online classes and test sessions are carried out in small groups. The doubt-clearing sessions and speaking practice classes are conducted one-on-one with an individual for direct and effective mentorship.

TOEFL- Key Pointers 

• The TOEFL score is a globally-recognized proof of your English proficiency.
• The exam tests English communication on 4 parameters- reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
• Scoring high on TOEFL indicates you have the desired aptitude to study, live or work in an English-speaking country.

You have the option to give the test at your convenience- either at a test center or from home.

2. Profile Building

 Build an efficacious Profile for your dream university with our expert mentors and coaches.

• 12 Weeks of Dedicated Coaching
• Build a robust profile for Top 1% Universities
• Resume Building for Internships + Part-time Work
• Identify the Right University & Course
• Efficaciously plan your pre-admission years 
• Career Mapping Support 
• Apply for Scholarships/Financial Aid with our mentorship

A student with an impressive profile has a much higher chance of getting into the college of his/her own choice. A good overall profile has thus become a norm for universities abroad to be the section that can be the deciding factor when it comes to selecting the student to be given admission in a course. Profile building also opens up opportunities for applicants looking for financial aid.

Profile building will take you through a process of developing projects, skills and activities undertaken to create awareness of your expertise, skills, achievements, and involvement to advance your career or education goals is a way to build your profile. Admission officers are trained to look for a good application as a strong, targeted exhibition of excellence across academic expertise, community engagement, extracurricular leadership.

With meticulous and methodical support from our expert mentors and trainers, you have greater chances of going to your dream college.

3. Academic Writing

Champion your Academic and Scholarly Writing Skills - Get dedicated 1-on-1 guidance for your SOP

Our Booster Program helps you develop your writing skills in the way that you secure maximum benefits from them and champion your academic life. 

Academic writing is of utmost importance when it comes to higher education. From the admission process all the way to being conferred with a doctorate degree, it is used in different forms. During the admission process at most universities and colleges, it is a requirement to write a statement of purpose or a personal statement.

6 Hours Course - How to write effective Statements of Purpose and College Essays + 1-on-1 support in Writing your SOP

• 6 Hours of Recorded Content 
• SOP & Personal Statements 
• One-on-One Feedback 
• Write Effective College Essays/Reports

A Statement of Purpose is the most significant impression of you as an individual. Your Statement of Purpose is perhaps the most critical element of your application and carries the power to make or break your application. 

It is a tool for the faculty on graduate school admissions committees to assess the knowledge, experience, motivation, intellectual maturity and readiness of applicants to pursue education at their institution. 

Additionally, when you enter college, you have to make various submissions where your write-ups must follow the nuances of academic writing.

4. International Faculty Masterclass

Experience a Global Classroom with globally-acclaimed academicians and industrialists 

At upGrad, we bring to your screen some of the world’s leading academicians, subject experts, corporate leaders, CXOs of multinational corporations and adjunct professors at leading universities to pass on their experiential knowledge, industrial insights, theoretical know-how and career mentorship.

Some of our Masterclasses topics include - 

• Entrepreneurship
• Design Technology 
• Business Communication
• Digital Marketing
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Data Science
• Blockchain Technology
• Python Programming

5. Application & Visa Counseling in our Portfolio of 1000+ Universities across the Globe

Application to Universities, Education Loan and Visa Support

At upGrad Abroad, each learner is guided through an intricate step-by-step process all the way from finding the right course and university fit to filing for a Visa. 

1. Pre-Counseling and Career Mapping 

2. University Applications and Submission 

3. Visa Application

4. Education Loan Guidance

5. Country-specific Support