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Essential Packing List for Nigerian Students Travelling Abroad in 2026

Essential Study Abroad Packing List for Nigerian Students Travelling Abroad in 2026

Preparing to study abroad is exciting, but packing can quickly turn chaotic if you don’t know where to start. That’s why every student travelling out next year needs a well-planned essential study abroad packing list to avoid stress, extra costs, or forgetting things you’ll actually need the moment you land. At TGM Education, we’ve supported thousands...

How Educational Consultancies Are Redefining Global Mobility

How Educational Consultancies Are Redefining Global Mobility

The dream of studying abroad used to be a rare privilege, reserved for those with the right connections, finances, or luck. Today, the landscape has shifted dramatically, and the key to unlocking this world of opportunity lies in the hands of modern educational consultancies. Their mission? Redefining Global Mobility by providing personalized, data‑driven, and tech...

The Future of Work is Hybrid: What Students Should Know

Let’s be honest: the future of work is hybrid, and it’s changing faster than we can say “Zoom meeting.” Gone are the days when everyone dressed up for a 9-to-5 office job, clocked in, and stayed behind a desk all day. Today, you could be attending a meeting from your laptop in Lagos or collaborating...

Visa Application Mistakes

5 Visa Application Mistakes That Could Derail Your Study Abroad Dream (And How TGM Education Saves the Day)

Imagine you’re clutching your admission letter, your family’s throwing a party, and your dream of studying abroad feels so close you can almost taste it. Then suddenly, the visa process fails like a plot twist in a Nollywood movie. One wrong document, one unclear response, and the dream that once looked so easy now feels...

Why You Should Never Keep Secrets From Your Student Counsellor

Why You Should Never Keep Secrets From Your Student Counsellor

Introduction

Applying to study abroad is exciting — but also stressful. From documents to deadlines, there’s already enough to think about. The last thing you should do? Hide information from your student counsellor.

Why Your Student Counsellor Needs the Full Story

At TGM Education, a student counsellor is your guide through the complex world of...

Studying Abroad An African Perspective on the 2026 Global Economy

Studying Abroad: An African Perspective on the 2026 Global Economy

In 2026, studying abroad as an African student presents unique challenges and opportunities, especially given today’s rapidly shifting global economy. With destinations like the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia being popular choices, it's crucial to understand what lies ahead. This post explores what an African student might expect as they plan to study abroad with the backdrop of current economic...

Which Country Lets You Stay Longest After Graduation

Which Country Lets You Stay Longest After Graduation?

Are you planning to study abroad but worried about what happens after graduation? You're not alone. One of the biggest concerns for international students is whether they can stay and work in their host country after completing their degree. The good news? Many countries offer post-study work visas that allow you to remain and build...

Bank Statements for Studying Abroad

Bank Statements for Studying Abroad: Why Microfinance Banks Might Ruin Your Visa Interview

So, you’ve got your passport ready, your school admission letter shining bright, and your dreams of studying abroad playing in your head like a movie trailer. But wait—there’s one small document that can either make your visa dreams fly… or crash-land: your bank statement. And no, this isn’t the time to hand over a bank statement...

Admission Offers Withdrawn

Offer Withdrawn? Don’t Panic. Here’s Why It Might Be the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Your Study Abroad Journey

So, you've spent months researching programs, submitting documents, writing statements of purpose, and finally got that exciting admission offer to study International Business at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU)… or perhaps another course at a different university. You started planning your visa. You were picturing your first day in class. And then — without warning — you received...

Move With Your Family To The University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich MSc By Research Now Accepting Dependants!

Are you a graduate looking to further your studies in the UK without leaving your family behind? Great news — the University of Greenwich now offers select MSc By Research (MRes) programs that are eligible for dependant visa applications, in full compliance with the latest UKVI guidelines. This is a unique opportunity for ambitious students and...