The KOM Blog
Straight answers about studying in Australia, the UK, and Ireland, from the team that has helped 15,000+ Canadians get there.

The Return Ticket: Updates on NCA (Law) Exams for 2027
NCA exam updates for 2027: what changed for internationally trained lawyers, new timelines, and how UK and Australian LLB grads qualify in Canada.
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Accommodation Wars: How to Secure a Room Before You Fly
Student housing fills fast. How to secure a room in Australia or the UK before you fly: timelines, guarantors, deposits, and scam checks.
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UK Student Visa Guide: The Tier 4 Explained (2026 Update)
The UK Student visa for Canadians in 2026: the fee, IHS costs, eVisa steps, timelines, and the documents that get you approved.
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The Credit Transfer Audit: How We Map Your Canadian Courses
How KOM maps your Canadian courses for credit transfer: the audit process, what universities accept, and how to maximize your advanced standing.
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The Hidden Costs of Moving: Flight, Visa, and OSHC Breakdown
The real cost of moving abroad: visa fees, OSHC, flights, and week-one expenses for Australia and the UK, itemized so nothing surprises you.
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RGU vs. TUS: Scotland or Ireland for Business Degree Completion?
RGU or TUS? Scotland vs Ireland for business degree completion: credit transfer, costs, post-study visas, and which suits your diploma.
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Can I Take My Family? The Guide for Mature Students & Dependents
Can your family come with you? Dependant visa rules for Australia and the UK, real costs, and the best options for mature students in 2026.
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The Plan B Lawyer: How a 2-Year UK LLB Saves You Time & Money
The 2-year Senior Status LLB: how Canadian grads finish a UK law degree faster, skip the LSAT, and start the NCA route home sooner.
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College Transfer: 2-Year vs. 3-Year Diploma Pathways to the UK
2-year vs 3-year diploma: what UK universities credit, how top-up degrees work, and the fastest route from Canadian college to a UK bachelor.
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