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PLACE TO STUDY: ARGENTINA

SOME INFO ABOUT ARGENTINA :

• Argentina is a democratic country with the government adhering to the rules as per the Constitution of Argentina.
• The climate in Argentina varies from peak summers and arid winters in the North to moderate summers and snow filled winters in the South.
• The heart of the country enjoys a temperate climate.
• Travelling in this country is a joy because of the well connected and cheap transport facilities.
• The official language is Spanish but most Universities offer English-taught courses.

EDUCATION AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

• Argentina offers many opportunities especially in the field of Science and Technology.
• It has top league Universities with well-trained Faculty imparting quality education in the fields of bioengineering, IT, nanotechnology, machines and life sciences.
• Job opportunities are ample here due to the growing industry sector providing hands on experiences in the various fields to interested students via internships during the summer vacations.
• Cost of education is cheaper with ample funding opportunities.

TOP NOTCH UNIVERSITIES IN ARGENTINA:

1. UNIVERSIY OF BUENOS AIRES:

• Situated in the capital city this University is the largest in the country both in terms of size and admission rates.Google maps
• There are over 13 Schools in the University offering undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate degrees in various different fields of study.
• The Faculty members in this University are top league and skilled in their area of interest with some of them being Nobel Prize recipients.
• Spanish language is a prerequisite for foreign students and is offered by the Universities themselves.
• Research in this University is carried out in various fields of Science and Technology hand in hand with other organizations such as ANPCyT and CONICET.

2. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF CARDOBA:

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• It is one among the oldest Universities in the country housing a large and diverse student population.
• It offers a large number of programs through its various Schools; School of Medicine, Dentistry, Chemistry etc. These schools train students at the undergraduate, graduate and doctorate levels to be future leaders in their field of interest.
• Students are offered quality education through established Faculty members and sophisticated, advanced lab facilities.
• It offers real-life research experience through its various Institutes including Center for Advanced Studies and Academy of Sciences.

3. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LA PLATA:

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• It is one of the prominent Universities in Argentina along with being one among the largest.
• Bachelor's Master's and Doctoral degrees are offered in the various fields of Medicine, Engineering, Law and Social studies.
• Students are guided and trained in their specific fields of interest by skilled Faculty members who direct them towards grabbing available opportunities.
• Funding is available through scholarships, awards and grants.
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4. NATIONAL TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY:

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• This University is well established in Argentina for its education in Engineering and Technology.
• It is one of the largest Universities in the country with over 30 branches and a large, diverse student and Faculty population.
• Courses in all levels of study, all fields of study are offered.
• Scholarships and awards are provided based on merit.

ADVANTAGES OF STUDYING IN ARGENTINA:

• Cultural diversity.
• Top league Faculty with hi-fi research facilities.
• Low cost of education and living.
• Ample job opportunities owing to the growing industries.
• Ease of transport within the country.