CIS University Exploration Day

Africa and Middle East

In partnership with CIS Schools in Africa and Middle East,

along with International Baccalaureate (IB),

British Schools of the Middle East (BSME),

and Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)

Tuesday 26 March 2024

10:00 - 13:00 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) 

11:00 - 14:00 West Africa Time (WAT) 

12:00 - 15:00 Central Africa Time (CAT) 

13:00 - 16:00 East Africa Time (EAT) 

 

A very warm welcome to all students in Africa and Middle East!

Scroll down for more information 

 

Are you ready to meet and learn from university representatives around the world?

Embrace this chance to explore the diverse opportunities available at global universities.

Discover universities looking for the skills, interests and behaviours that match yours.

Use the conversation starter questions below to get the most out of your 1:1 interactions. 

Participating universities

Click here to view the full list of participating universities.

10:00 - 10:25 GMT

11:00 - 11:25 WAT

12:00 - 12:25 CAT

13:00 - 13:25 EAT

University Colleges of the Netherlands

10:30 - 10:55 GMT

11:30 - 11:55 WAT

12:30 - 12:55 CAT

13:30 - 13:55 EAT

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Taking time to chat is important, this is your opportunity to talk to university representatives who may be reading your applications. Use these questions to get your conversation started.

  • What distinguishes you from the other institutions?
  • How many international students are on campus and where do they come from?
  • What is the community around the university like?
  • I’m interested in XYZ field of study. What is this major/programme like at your institution?
  • How do I apply to your school and what are your requirements and deadlines?
  • Do you require standardized tests for admission?
  • Can students take a gap year before enrolling?
  • What are your opportunities for scholarships and financial aid?

 

 

Before the Exploration Day opens

  • Register by using the links above
  • View the full list of attending universities.
  • Visit the virtual university booths a week in advance to view resources and determine which you want to talk with when event is live. 
  • Filter your search options by geographic region, institution type, campus size, etc. 
  • Preview the University Presentations list of on-demand presentations and sessions available in the university booths.

When the Exploration Day is open

  • Visit the university booths to engage in one-on-one conversations with the university representatives.
  • Your contact information is automatically shared with the university when you enter their virtual booth to view their resources.
  • Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about the university by watching their on-demand presentations and sessions in their virtual booth.

 

Download a handy guide about how to get the most out this event. If the PDF doesn't open in your browser, please check your computer's  'downloads' folder.
 

If you have any questions or require any assistance, we're here and ready to help you. Contact us via email: highereducation@cois.org.