Study Abroad A–Z Glossary & Terminology Hub
Clear, expert definitions and entity relationships for essential international education, visa, scholarship, and immigration terms.
CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies)
Official electronic reference number issued by UK universities required for submitting a UK Student Visa application.
GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate)
Mandatory CAD $20,635 financial deposit in a Canadian bank demonstrating first-year living expense funds for Study Permits.
PGWP (Post-Graduation Work Permit)
Work permit allowing eligible international graduates from Canadian DLI institutions to work in Canada for up to 3 years.
PSWR (Post-Study Work Right)
Post-study visa allowing international graduates to live and gain professional work experience for 2 to 4 years.
DSU Scholarship (Diritto allo Studio Universitario)
Regional Italian government financial need grant offering 100% tuition waiver, free canteen meals, and up to €7,000 cash stipend.
Sperrkonto (German Blocked Account)
Mandatory German bank account containing €11,208 to prove living funds for German Student Visas.
APS Certificate (Akademische Prüfstelle)
Mandatory academic document verification certificate required for Indian applicants applying to German universities.
SDS (Student Direct Stream)
Accelerated study permit processing stream for international students with GIC and IELTS 6.5+ qualifications.
UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)
Centralized application portal for undergraduate admissions at universities across the United Kingdom.
MOI (Medium of Instruction Certificate)
Official letter from your university verifying that your prior degree was taught entirely in English, used for IELTS waivers.