Meet Aakash, study-abroad content creator

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About Aakash J

A former international student in Canada, Aakash blends his lived experience with the latest insights in education to guide international students through the global education landscape. He delivers clear, student-first content on study abroad programs, global scholarships, practical advice for international students, and more.

Area of expertise

Crafts clear, structured content that simplifies complex study abroad topics into practical insights, helping international students understand their options and decide confidently

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Visa and Career

Simplifies visa rules, policy changes and provides clear updates on study permits, work rights, and post study options

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Global Education

Student-focused content on top destinations, courses, and scholarships to guide students aspiring to studying abroad.

IDP simplifies your international study experience with our Student Essentials services

Arrive and Thrive Abroad

First-hand Canada study insights on campus life, jobs, budgeting, and culture to help students plan and thrive abroad.

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With a background in digital marketing and AI, Aakash has experience across a wide range of subjects and content types.

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Living in Boston: A practical guide for international students

Living in Boston as an international student? Learn about living costs, housing, and student life, and get expert guidance from IDP.

  • 10 min
  • Published: 31 August 2026
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Living in London: A city guide for international students

Planning to live in London? Discover the cost of living, rent, transport, and daily life in London to decide if the city is right for you.

  • 10 min
  • Published: 27 August 2026
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Living in Edinburgh: Costs, Housing and Lifestyle Guide

Planning to live in Edinburgh? Learn about living costs, rent, transport, and lifestyle in this complete Edinburgh city guide.

  • 10 min
  • Published: 27 August 2026
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How to choose the right university abroad: 10 factors students often miss

Learn 10 key factors to choose the right university abroad — costs, career outcomes, and how to compare options

  • 10 min
  • Published: 26 August 2026
  • Updated: 25 August 2026
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Living in Dunedin: A city guide for international students

Discover what life in Dunedin is really like. Explore neighborhoods, living costs, weather, transport, local culture, and things to do in New Zealand’s student city.

  • 10 min
  • Published: 24 August 2026
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Practical guide to living in Melbourne for international students

Thinking about Melbourne? Learn about student life, living costs, accommodation, transport and work options for international students.

  • 10 min
  • Published: 14 August 2026

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