Application roadmap
How studying abroad works, step by step.
Six stages, what you do at each one, and how HIC helps. Timings are a general guide — your counsellor will build a timeline around your intake.
- 01
Explore your options
About 12 months before your intakeWhat you do
- Read destination guides
- Note subjects you enjoy and careers that interest you
- Talk about budget range with your family
How HIC helps
- Answers early questions by phone
- Points you to reliable official sources
- 02
Meet a counsellor
Free sessionWhat you do
- Bring academic documents and any test results
- Bring a parent or guardian if you can
How HIC helps
- Reviews your profile honestly
- Compares suitable destinations and explains trade-offs
- 03
Choose your programmes
After counsellingWhat you do
- Research shortlisted courses in detail
- Book an English test if needed
How HIC helps
- Helps you build a balanced shortlist
- Assists with IELTS/TOEFL registration
- 04
Apply
In line with each deadlineWhat you do
- Write your statement of purpose
- Request references
How HIC helps
- Checks documents and submits through the right channel
- Tracks responses and conditions
- 05
Visa documentation
After accepting an offerWhat you do
- Organise financial and sponsorship documents
- Attend biometrics or interviews
How HIC helps
- Works from the current official checklist
- Reviews your file before submission
- 06
Prepare for departure
After your visa decisionWhat you do
- Book travel and accommodation
- Attend the pre-departure briefing
How HIC helps
- Accommodation support and arrival planning
- Airport pickup assistance where available
Step two is free.
Book a counselling session and leave with a personal timeline.