754 news and articles

Discover your IDP Student Community

Connect with like-minded students, join groups based on your destination or interests, find friends before you arrive, and get real advice from IDP ambassadors.

• 5 min
• Published: 27 March 2026
• Updated: 30 March 2026

Australia

Want to study in Australia? Here are the dos and don’ts

Find out key tips for international students, from visa rules and Aussie culture to safety, etiquette, and student life essentials.

• 5 min
• Published: 20 March 2026
• Updated: 29 March 2026

Malaysia

Study in Penang: Comprehensive City Guide for International Students

Explore student life, cost of living, accommodation, transport, and what it’s like to live and study in Penang as an international student.

• 10 min
• Published: 30 March 2026
• Updated: 29 March 2026

United Kingdom

University of Edinburgh vs University of St Andrews: A 2026 comparison guide for international students

• 10 min
• Published: 7 November 2025
• Updated: 23 March 2026

Australia

Deakin University vs La Trobe University: A 2026 guide for international students

• 10 min
• Published: 7 November 2025
• Updated: 23 March 2026

Malaysia

An overview of the top universities and courses in Malaysia

Malaysia's premier universities provide world-class programs in computer science, engineering, MBA, and pharmacy through cost-effective, English-medium instruction, attracting global students seeking quality education.

• 10 min
• Published: 17 March 2026
• Updated: 16 March 2026

Australia

Finding student accommodation in Australia: Rental process, leases & scam awareness

Find safe student housing in Australia—learn rental steps, lease terms, scam risks, and key checks before signing.

• 5 min
• Published: 13 March 2026
• Updated: 12 March 2026

Cost of Studying in UAE: Tuition Fees and Living Expenses

Discover how much it costs to study in UAE, including tuition fees and monthly living expenses, before you apply.

• 5 min
• Published: 27 February 2026
• Updated: 12 March 2026

Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States

International money transfers for students: myths, facts & costly mistakes to avoid

Send tuition money overseas with confidence.

• 5 min
• Published: 6 March 2026
• Updated: 9 March 2026

Australia

What’s changing in Australia’s Skilled Occupation List 2026

Explore Australia’s Skilled Occupation List 2026 updates. Learn how labour market changes affect skilled migration pathways and permanent residency opportunities.

• 5 min
• Published: 25 February 2026
• Updated: 24 February 2026

New Zealand

New visa rules for international students in 2026: New Zealand

New Zealand’s 2026 visa rules boost flexibility with 25-hr work limits, post-study pathways, digital upgrades, and new skilled migrant options for international students.

• 5 min
• Published: 20 February 2026
• Updated: 24 February 2026

New Zealand, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia

New visa rules for international students in 2026: What you need to know

Learn the major 2026 visa changes for international students, including work limits, financial proof, screening, post‑study visas and migration pathways across top countries.

• 10 min
• Published: 24 February 2026
• Updated: 24 February 2026