Please read carefully about this Initiative, it may help you, your career and Scotland. If you have any comments, just post them!
Fresh talent is an ambitious initiative that can benefit Scotland and overseas students graduated from an Scottish institution. International students studying in Scotland are being encouraged to extend their stay by Scotland’s First Minister, Jack McConnell.
Thanks to the Scottish Executive’s Fresh Talent initiative making the decision to live and work in Scotland has never been easier.International students who have achieved a degree (Bachelors, Masters or PhD) from a Scottish University can now apply to stay in Scotland for an additional two years after graduation, as can students achieving Higher National Diplomas – without having to apply for a work permit! Sounds good to me.
Now, very briefly...
Q. What is Fresh Talent?
A. Fresh Talent is a Scottish Executive initiative to attract talented people to live, study and work in Scotland. From the summer of 2005, all overseas students who graduate from a Scottish university with an under graduate or postgraduate degree, or Higher National Diploma (HND), will have the right to stay on and work in the country for an additional two years without the need for a work permit.
Q. Where can I get more information on this?
A. The Fresh Talent website is www.scotlandistheplace.com and information can be requested by email at info@scotlandistheplace.com. Alternatively, you can call the relocation advisory service on + 44 (0) 141 248 2808.
Q. What level of support is available?
A. The Relocation Advisory Service offers advice on all aspects of moving, living and studying in Scotland – including information on jobs, accommodation, visas, work permits and school/university opportunities.
