University of Dundee

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FORBES INDIA – JUNE 02, 2023

In conversation with Victor Rajeevan (CEO and Co-Founder, Adventus.io) on how
Adventus.io is revolutionizing the landscape of international education.

For our readers, can you please describe the core business interests of Adventus.io?

Adventus.io was founded in 2018 as a SaaS based student recruitment marketplace catering to international education that brings students, recruiters, and institutions under one umbrella. The overseas education market is highly fragmented. The stakeholders don't have the requisite tools to address their needs. This is where Adventus.io steps in. We provide end-to end technology and process solutions for recruiters and institutions and take care of the entire value chain, from student application to successful student enrolment.

What makes Adventus.io stand out from its peers in the international market?

Adventus.io stands out because we place transparency at the heart of our business model, establishing us as a trusted partner for institutions and recruiters. Our subscription model is a novelty in the industry, where we transfer 100% commission to the recruiters, which is unheard of in this segment. In addition, we offer our recruiters access to 40 destinations through our diverse global portfolio of institutions. For our institution partners, we offer transparency by giving access to advanced analytical tools for macro trends, behavioural insights, and student profiling that helps them make informed choices. Additionally, we follow a rigorous quality and verification process to ensure that only verified applications are presented to institutions.

Since its inception, how has the journey been for Adventus.io?

Since we commenced operations in 2018, we have onboarded 1,600+ institutions and over 8,000 recruiters on our marketplace and also received the best-in industry accreditation from ICEF and AIRC. We In conversation with Victor Rajeevan (CEO and Co-Founder, Adventus.io) on how Adventus.io is revolutionizing the landscape of international education. Victor Rajeevan, CEO and Co-Founder, Adventus.io have helped our partners process more than 100,000 students to date. Our presence spans 40+ study destinations and 15+ source countries, supported by 400+ team members. We have established in-country support and processing centres in India, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan, the UAE, Brazil, and Vietnam. Adventus.io has successfully carved out a niche in the segment, and the journey has been full of learning and growth.

The landscape of international education has seen turbulent times recently. What are your observations on the sector’s dynamic?

The pandemic is hopefully behind us now. There is a lot of pent-up demand, so enrolment numbers have surged, and this trend is expected to continue in the medium term. As study destinations, USA, Canada, UK, and Australia remain the preferred choices. The overall trend in overseas education will see greater integration of next-gen technology in recruitment, student experiences, and teaching methods. However, the sector also needs to address concerns related to access, affordability, revenue, and diversification.

As you pointed out, the overseas education market is highly fragmented; what specific challenges do recruiters face?

The best illustration of the fragmented market is the application process a student must undergo if they want to apply to multiple courses at different institutions. From a recruiter's perspective, they have to keep track of all institutions, courses, and procedures to avoid misleading the students. Their consultancy services must be impeccable as a student's future depends on it. Ensuring the satisfaction of students and institutions is a recruiter’s responsibility. Concerns regarding recruiters' credibility are also a hurdle in the value chain.

How is Adventus.io addressing these challenges?

The services of Adventus.io are designed to address these challenges. We partner with a global portfolio of institutions and bring over 80,000 programs on one platform for students and recruiters to choose from. Our application vetting process, handholding, and platform support enable the students to enrol in the program of their choice successfully. We provide global reach to institutions too. Adventus.io screens every student application thoroughly for accuracy and compliance, and only applications that pass our screening are presented to institutions. This enables the institutions to scale globally and reliably in an efficient manner.

What has been your experience operating in the Indian market?

India is one of the largest markets for international higher education. We expect the market to grow at a CAGR of 4–6% over the next decade. Due to the size of the Indian market, it is ripe for multiple players to operate in the ecosystem. Our commitment to the Indian market is evident with the opening of the Application Fulfillment Supercentre in Noida. We are continuously investing in our capabilities and offerings for the Indian market.

The decision to pursue international education is a life-changing human endeavor.
How does Adventus.io temper the technology with the human element?

I am glad you asked that question. Pursuing an overseas education is a life-altering decision. The hopes and aspirations of students and parents are involved. We, as a platform, aim to provide a seamless experience for all stakeholders. Countries and regions have different grading systems, languages, documentation needs, and compliance requirements. At Adventus.io, we understand that while technology can solve many of these challenges, investing in the right human resource is critical. This is exactly what we have been doing at Adventus.io. Our processes are geared towards making international admissions accessible and hassle-free.

How does Adventus.io stay ahead of the curve regarding innovation in the EdTech sector?

The EdTech industry needs more standardization in tools, technologies, and processes while working with global educational institutions. At Adventus.io, we see it as an opportunity to provide trusted solutions built on continuous innovation.

We have a simple approach to bringing innovation into every business aspect. The entire international recruitment process, from course discovery to successful course admissions, is broken into several steps. For every step, the tech team evaluates and deploys the most suitable and effective tech solutions. The Adventus.io platform is a blend of technologies that co-exist and interact with each other, wherein every tech solution is well suited to address a particular problem efficiently. Our tech team constantly tries to reinvent our solutions to keep pace with technological advancements.

Recently, Adventus.io introduced Ricky Ponting as its brand ambassador. What are your thoughts on this partnership?

The exploits of Ricky Ponting on the cricket field are legendary. Our partnership with him is special and trusted, and what he does is not dissimilar to what education recruiters do, just as Ricky mentors and coaches cricket players to achieve their full potential, recruiters coach and mentor their students towards success. Ricky identifies deeply with our mission of democratizing overseas education and understands Australia as a top education destination. Here in cricket-crazy India, Ricky is a much-admired figure who can be a trusted voice advocating the overseas education roadmap of Adventus.io, and we’re thrilled to have him on our team.

Finally, what is your vision for the future of Adventus.io?

The future is looking very bright for Adventus.io. We started operations during the pandemic. The experience of the early days has strengthened our work ethic and resilience, providing us with valuable insights that will continue to drive our innovation. We are actively investing in our team and technology capabilities, prioritizing automation, and AI to enhance our services.
In addition, we are dedicated to expanding our presence in developing and existing markets, with a particular focus on India. Recognizing its significance, we aim to make India a key priority for Adventus.io's growth. Ultimately, our vision for Adventus.io remains the same; to be an enabler, revolutionizing overseas education. We are committed to improving access, diversity and transparency. By delivering on this mission, we aim to transform the landscape of overseas education for the better.

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FORBES INDIA – JUNE 02, 2023

In conversation with Victor Rajeevan (CEO and Co-Founder, Adventus.io) on how
Adventus.io is revolutionizing the landscape of international education.

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The University of Dundee aims to be a place where students can each grow their abilities and where people come to be stretched, contribute, and positively impact the world. Find out more about studying abroad at the University of Dundee.

Open Intake

September 2023 & January 2024

Deadline

June 2023 & October 2023

Turnaround time

49 working days

Why choose this institution?

Ranked 4th in Scotland for graduate prospects (The Complete University Guide 2024)
Ranked 33rd in The Times and Sunday Times league tables in their Good University Guide 2024
Recognised as a “global centre of excellence for Life Sciences & Medicine (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022)

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About

The University of Dundee (UOD) is home to world-class science and research that positively impacts people’s lives. The University of Dundee has a strong tradition of motivating research using ‘real-world’ issues and problems and a desire to do research that makes a difference.

An active partnership is a distinctive aspect of the University. They are committed to working with students, actively listening to them and responding to their voices. That commitment is genuine and needs constant work to ensure that it remains a mark of distinction. The partnership between staff and students, between the University and DUSA (Dundee University Students’ Association), is fundamental to what the university is and to its success and needs to respond to challenges, local and global, as they arise.

UOD delivers impact through their graduates and students, research and scholarship, and their contribution to health, society, and the economy globally and in Scotland. The University of Dundee’s students are co-architects of the future, and their partnership with the University means that the student’s voice and the university’s commitment to the student experience are, and will remain, distinctive features of the Dundee experience, the “Dundee Difference”. Together with students, the University of Dundee actively nurtures its relationship with the broader society, both locally and globally.

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Master of Science in International Business

Upcoming intake

January (15/01/2024)

Deadline

October (16/10/2023)

Academic Requirement

Entry Requirements:
A UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) degree
Your degree should be in any subject which has enabled the applicant to develop analytical and quantitative skills.
You may need some or all of these documents as part of your application, You can check which ones you need for this course on the additional Documents page once you started your application.
CV
Academic reference
Professional reference
Personal statement

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0, Writing: 5.5, Listening: 5.5, Reading: 5.5, Speaking: 5.5
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit
LanguageCert SELT: Overall: B2 Communicator High Pass, Writing: B2 Communicator Pass, Listening: B2 Communicator Pass, Reading: B2, Communicator Pass, Speaking: B2 Communicator Pass
Non-SELT English language tests: TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80, Writing: 19, Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4

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Master of Science in Management

Upcoming intake

January (15/01/2024)

Deadline

October (16/10/2023)

Academic Requirement

Entry Requirements:
A UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) degree
Your degree should be in any subject which has enabled the applicant to develop analytical and quantitative skills.
You may need some or all of these documents as part of your application, You can check which ones you need for this course on the additional Documents page once you started your application.
CV
Academic reference
Professional reference
Personal statement

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0, Writing: 5.5, Listening: 5.5, Reading: 5.5, Speaking: 5.5
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit
LanguageCert SELT: Overall: B2 Communicator High Pass, Writing: B2 Communicator Pass, Listening: B2 Communicator Pass, Reading: B2, Communicator Pass, Speaking: B2 Communicator Pass
Non-SELT English language tests: TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80, Writing: 19, Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4

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Master of Science in International Marketing

Upcoming intake

January (15/01/2024)

Deadline

October (16/10/2023)

Academic Requirement

Entry Requirements:
A UK Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) degree
Your degree should be in any subject which has enabled the applicant to develop analytical and quantitative skills.
You may need some or all of these documents as part of your application, You can check which ones you need for this course on the additional Documents page once you started your application.
CV
Academic reference
Professional reference
Personal statement

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0, Writing: 5.5, Listening: 5.5, Reading: 5.5, Speaking: 5.5
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit
LanguageCert SELT: Overall: B2 Communicator High Pass, Writing: B2 Communicator Pass, Listening: B2 Communicator Pass, Reading: B2, Communicator Pass, Speaking: B2 Communicator Pass
Non-SELT English language tests: TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80, Writing: 19, Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4

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Bachelor of Science in Business Management (Honours)

Upcoming intake

September (16/09/2024)

Deadline

June (30/06/2024)

Academic Requirement

Admission Requirements:
BTEC - A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with DDM
A-level, GCE - B, B, B, The essential subjects are GCSE English + Mathematics at B/6
HNC/HND, SQA Higher National - A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit.
IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma - 30 points, 5, 5, 5 at a higher level.
Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA - AABB, The essential subjects are Nat5 English + Mathematics at C.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Pass, A-Level at BB.

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0, Writing: 6.0, Listening: 5.5, Reading: 5.5, Speaking: 5.5.
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59
TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80, Writing: 19, Listening: 17, Reading: 18 , Speaking: 20
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit.
LanguageCert SELT - B2 Communicator High Pass, Writing B2 Communicator Pass, Listening B2 Communicator Pass, Reading B2 Communicator Pass, Speaking B2Communicator Pass.
LanguageCert ESOL UKVI - B2, minimum 36, Writing B2, minimum 33, Listening B2, minimum 33, Reading B2, minimum 33, Speaking B2, minimum 33
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language -C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4
European Baccalaureate - 7.5 when taken as a compulsory/full option.

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Bachelor of Science in International Business (Honours)

Upcoming intake

September (16/09/2024)

Deadline

June (30/06/2024)

Academic Requirement

Admission Requirements:
Level 1 entry
A-level, GCE - Standard: BBB, Widening access: BCC
BTEC - A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with DDM
HNC/HND, SQA Higher National - A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit
IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma - 30 points, including 5, 5, 5 at higher level
Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA - Standard: AABB, Widening access: BBBC

Level 2 entry
A-level, GCE - ABB
BTEC - A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with DDM
HNC/HND, SQA Higher National - A relevant HND with BB in the Graded Units
IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma - 32 points, including 6, 5, 5 at higher level
Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA - AB at Advanced Higher + BB at Higher

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0 , Writing: 6.0 , Listening: 5.5 , Reading: 5.5 , Speaking: 5.5.
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59.
TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80 , Writing: 19 , Listening: 17 , Reading: 18 , Speaking: 20.
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit.
LanguageCert SELT ESOL UKVI - B2, minimum 36, Writing B2, minimum 36, Listening B2, minimum 33, Reading B2, minimum 33, Speaking B2, minimum 33
LanguageCert SELT Overall: B2 Communicator High Pass, Writing: B2 Communicator Pass, Listening: B2 Communicator Pass, Reading: B2 Communicator Pass, Speaking: B2 Communicator Pass
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language -C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4
High School Diploma- B (when studied in USA)
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing -500
SAT English Literature- 600
AP English Language & Composition/AP English Literature - 3

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Bachelor of Accountancy

Upcoming intake

September (16/09/2024)

Deadline

June (30/06/2024)

Academic Requirement

Admission Requirements:
BTEC - A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with DDM
A-level, GCE - BBB, The essential subjects are GCSE English + Mathematics at B/6
HNC/HND, SQA Higher National - A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit
IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma - 30 points, 5, 5, 5 at higher level
Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA - ABBB, The essential subjects are Nat5 English + Mathematics at C
Welsh Baccalaureate - Pass

English Language Requirements:
IELTS - Overall: 6.0 , Writing: 5.5 , Listening: 5.5 , Reading: 5.5 , Speaking: 5.5
PTE (Academic ) - Overall: 59, Writing: 60, Listening: 59, Reading: 59, Speaking: 59
TOFEL (iBT) - Overall: 80, Writing: 19, Listening: 17, Reading: 18 , Speaking: 20
Trinity ISE II Overall: Merit, Writing: Distinction, Listening: Merit, Reading: Merit, Speaking: Merit
LanguageCert SELT - B2, minimum 36, Writing B2, minimum 33, Listening B2, minimum 33, Reading B2, minimum 33, Speaking B2, minimum 33
GCE A Level - C
GCE AS Level - C
GCE O Level - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a First Language - C or 4
GCSE/IGCSE English as a Second Language - B or 6
SQA Higher English - C
SQA Higher ESOL - C
International Baccalaureate (IB) - SL4 or HL4
SAT - Evidence-based reading and writing - 50
SAT - English Language - 600

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Mandatory documents

Application
- Academic: Transcripts & Certificates
- Identity: Passport Certified Adventus for University Application
- Intention: Statement of Purpose
- Student Authorization: Permission to share and process personal data

Scholarships

For scholarships eligibility and details, please log in to the Adventus.io platform

Scholarships
- Vice Chancellor's South Asia scholarship (January 2024) - £4,000
- Vice Chancellor's Mainland China scholarship (January 2024) - £4,000
- Vice Chancellor's South Asia Scholarship (September 2023) - £4,000
- Discover Life Sciences at University of Dundee (September 2023) - £2,000 per year of study
- Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship (September 2023) - £5,000 per year of study
- Vice Chancellor's Indonesia scholarship (January 2024) - £4,000
- Vice Chancellor's Mainland China scholarship (September 2023) - £4,000
- Global Citizenship Scholarship (September 2023) - £5,000
- Alumni Scholarship (September 2023) - The University of Dundee provides up to £3,000 for Alumni Students.
- Vice Chancellor's Indonesia Scholarship (September 2023) - The University of Dundee is offering scholarships of £4,000 to applicants living in Indonesia.
- Al-Maktoum College Hamdan Bin Rashid Scholarship (January 2024) - £6,000
- The award is worth £6,000(10 x £600) and is paid monthly after you enrol on your course.
- Al-Maktoum College Living Support scholarship (September 2023) - £3,000
- Global Citizenship Scholarship (January 2024) - £5,000
- Global Excellence Scholarship (September 2023) - £6,000 per year of study.
- Alumni scholarship (January 2024) - Value £1,500 - £3,000
- Al-Maktoum College Living Support Scholarship (January 2024) - The University of Dundee provides up to £3,000 for Alumni Students.
- Global Excellence Scholarship (January 2024) - £6,000 per year of study.
- Al-Maktoum College Hamdan Bin Rashid Scholarship (September 2023) - The award is worth £6,000(10 x £600) and is paid monthly after you enrol on your course.
- Jainti Dass Saggar Memorial Scholarship (September 2023) - The winner of the scholarship will receive a single payment of an additional £5,000

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