Study Abroad

Yes, the One Skill Retake will be a standard feature for computer-delivered IELTS tests in 2026. This feature allows you to retake one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) if you are unsatisfied with your score, without having to redo the entire exam.

No major official overhaul of the IELTS exam structure has been announced for 2026. The core format: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking and scoring (0-9 bands) remain the same. However the test is evolving in their IELTS question pattern.

Masters of Humanities & Social Sciences in Australia is offered in both full time and online mode. But not all universities in Australia offer this degree in online mode. List mentioned below are the only universities in Australia that offer this degree in online mode-

• The University of Melbourne
• Curtin University - Australia
• Macquarie University
• Deakin University
• Griffith University
• Charles Sturt University

To increase their chances of securing a seat at ASU Indian candidates must uphold good academic profile plus be an active participant in co curricular activities and work on their English skills. Moreover they must ensure to apply early and preferably by the priority deadline of Nov 1, 2026 to ensure that they are admitted to ASU campus grounds. Obtaining strong LORs can help too.

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When you can apply depends on whether you're applying from inside or outside the UK.

Applying from outside the UK

The earliest you can apply for a visa is 6 months before you start your course.

Applying from inside the UK

The earliest you can apply is 3 months before your course starts.

You must apply before your current visa expires. Your new course must begin within 28 days of your current visa expiring.

How long it takes to get a decision

You'll usually get a decision on your visa within:

• 3 weeks, if you're outside the UK
• 8 weeks, if you're inside the UK

There are many universities in Australia that offer financial aid to students who want to study Masters of Humanities & Social Sciences in Australia. Table mentioned below shows the number of universities offering different kinds of financial aid-

RWTH Aachen University is one of the top ranked universities in the world. RWTH Aachen offers various programs at UG and PG levels for its Indian students. According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings, RWTH Aachen University is ranked at #101 in world and #7 in Germany. The university is ranked by top ranking authorities worldwide that are listed below:

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The acceptance rate at Northwestern is 7.2%. For every 100 applicants, only 7 are admitted.

This means the school is extremely selective. Meeting their GPA requirements and SAT/ACT requirements is very important to getting past their first round of filters and proving your academic preparation.