Picking a University or College for your higher education can be as crucial as picking a life partner. Why is this?

Vivienne Porter -Managing Director, VIEC

Because the education you receive at a university will not only influence your career, but the rest of your life, your family, and your future. Your university experience will be with you forever, therefore it is vital that you select the best one that suits your needs.

VIEC is an international Education Consultancy with over 14 years experience in education consultancy and student placement.

VIEC (Viv's International Education Centre) was established in 1996 and has over 52 branches mainly in India, Nepal and now Sri Lanka. VIEC represents over 250 Institutions in countries such as Australia, UK, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Singapore and Poland - giving you a greater choice when making your decision on the course and Institute you choose.

Each year we are responsible for placing thousands of students in some of the best colleges in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore and Poland
Listed below is a brief profile of Senior Consultants within VIEC;

Vivienne Porter -is the Founder and the Managing Director of VIEC, she has vast experience in education and student career guidance.

Professor Walter Herath - Country Director (Sri Lanka), VIEC

Her previous responsibilities include - Director of International Centre of the University of Western Sydney (Nepean), Deputy Director International Centre- Griffith University, Director ELICOS Centre-Northern Territory University and she is also a qualified IELTS tester.

Prof. Walter Herath -VIEC is privileged to have Emeritus Professor Walter Herath as the Country Director in Sri Lanka. He brings over 30 years of experience in University teaching, research, student counselling and career guidance.

Recently he returned from visits to over 20 leading Australian Universities and Colleges, where he familiarized himself with their various ongoing educational programmes that are particularly relevant to Sri Lankan students.

Pauline Drayton - Director Operations, VIEC

Pauline Drayton has over 30 years experience as a Teacher, Administrator, and International Office Manager at TAFE. She has been a Consultant in the International Arena for 3 years and has worked with VIEC throughout India, Nepal and Australia for the last 2 years.

"Jennifer Pierno is the distinguished Lawyer of VIEC and registered Migration Agent (Reg No: MARA 0957797), who is based at the VIEC Sydney Office. When thinking about studying abroad, choosing a course and Institute that provides the best prospects for the future involves much research and effort.

With 14 years of experience and placing thousands of students per year, VIEC has many ways to help you or your children prepare for the most crucial time of their lives in preparation for their career. We are committed to ensuring the well being and success of VIEC students.

VIEC OFFERS;

• AUD1000 x 10 Merit Scholarships
• Expert visa counselling
• Hassle free bank loan assistance
• Help in accommodation arrangements
• Assistance in airport pick-up, air tick eting and foreign exchange
• Special discounted air fare and foreign exchange rates
• Free membership of VIEC Alumni Group and
• VIEC have their own Lawyer and Migration Expert to help students with their migration issues.

VIEC will be starting IELTS classes from September 1 2009. They will be conducting 25 and 50 hour classes.

Placement tests will be done to determine English competency of students. IELTS will be taught by a Cambridge Certified, well experienced ESOL Examiner/IELTS teacher with a proven track record of over 7 years.

As with the last 14 years, we will be there with you to celebrate when you graduate.