CAREER COUNSELLING CELL OF GDC R.S. PURA ORGANISES GLOBAL EDUCATION AWARENESS PROGRAMME TO ENLIGHTEN STUDENTS ABOUT INTERNATIONAL HIGHER

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

The Career Counselling Cell of Government Degree College (GDC), R.S. Pura, organised a

Global Education Awareness Programme in collaboration with Education Abroad & Allied
Services, Jammu, with the objective of acquainting students with international higher education
opportunities, scholarships, career prospects, and emerging global educational trends. The
programme aimed to broaden the academic horizons of students and provide them with valuable
guidance regarding higher education opportunities in countries such as Germany, Italy, the United
Kingdom, Canada, the United States, Australia, and other international destinations.
The resource persons, Ms. Ritu Aggarwal, Founder and Global Education Advisor, and Mr.
Vinay Kamal, Co-Founder and International Career Advisor, Education Abroad & Allied
Services, shared valuable insights into various aspects of pursuing higher education abroad. They
highlighted the significance of choosing appropriate courses and universities, exploring scholarship
opportunities, understanding admission procedures, fulfilling visa requirements, and planning
finances for overseas education.During the interactive session, special emphasis was laid on
affordable and tuition-free educational opportunities, particularly in European countries, along with
emerging career prospects in Information Technology, Engineering, Healthcare, and Education. The
resource persons also discussed post-study employment opportunities, international skill
requirements, and the importance of making informed academic and professional decisions.
The Principal of the College Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour appreciated the initiative taken by the
Career Counselling Cell and emphasised the importance of organising such programmes to enhance
students' awareness of global educational opportunities and prepare them to meet the challenges of
an increasingly competitive world.The programme was coordinated by Dr. Sudesh Kumar,
Assistant Professor, who highlighted the significance of career counselling in empowering students
to make informed decisions regarding their academic and professional futures.
An interactive question-and-answer session was also held, during which students and faculty
members raised queries regarding international admissions, scholarships, educational expenses, visa
procedures, and career opportunities abroad. The resource persons addressed their concerns and
provided practical guidance. The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Neeru
Sawhney (Convener, Career Counselling Cell), expressing gratitude to the resource persons, college
administration, faculty members, and students for their participation and contribution towards
making the event successful. The initiative reflected GDC R.S. Pura's commitment to promoting
academic excellence, career awareness, and global educational exposure among students.