{"id":826,"title":"How To Study Abroad","advertisement_flag":false,"content":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudy abroad\u003c/b\u003e entails fascinating experiences that broaden your mind about the world. Yet it's a very challenging milestone with many tough decisions you have to make. Hence, getting yourself prepared is of necessity in order to make the most during your international study and to ensure your competitive advantages after graduation. This tutorial \u003cb\u003eHow To Study Abroad\u003c/b\u003e shows you what is to prepare and to take into consideration before starting your trip.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1 - How To Study Abroad: Know Your Reasons\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe worst reason is not having a clear reason. Regardless of the merits of your reasons, you will have a goal in your mind that gives you directions to be successful. Let's say you decide to study abroad to improve your language skills. This motivation gives us a clear indication that you have to not only focus on your main major but also spend a tremendous amount of time on school and outside activities. Read \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"/disadvantages-of-studying-abroad-i-20#language-improvements\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eMistakes When Studying Language Abroad\u003c/a\u003e to learn the reason why English language improvements doesn't happen if you only pay attention to your school study. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf gaining international qualifications is on your priority list, you surely have to consider which universities are famous for your field of study, what the requirements to enrol are. More importantly, you need to know whether you can graduate with high academic achievements if you study the selected degree in the desired university. There is no point in studying a course which you know for sure you only have 5% chance to finish with adequate results. Otherwise, you could lose time and money and end up having a stain on your resume. Don't take me wrong that you should only choose low quality and easy-to-pass universities. Instead, you are encouraged to learn about the courses you are going to study. For example, public access to university courses' information can give you initial understanding of what will be taught, how assignments will be assessed, what skills are required to pass the subjects. You also might be thinking whether it's an unacceptable decision to study for the purpose of qualifications. From my perspective, it's not the best one in the long run but it works in many cases in terms of higher employment opportunities. Read \u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"/disadvantages-of-studying-abroad-i-20#qualifications-well-paid-jobs\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eWill Qualifications Bring Well Paid Jobs\u003c/a\u003e to know why it's not the best approach. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2 - How To Study Abroad: Choose A Degree\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeciding which degree to study for is a complex task as there are many factors contributing to the feasibility of pursuing a career as well as your potential successes after graduation. Below are the top elements to consider: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ea) Your Education Background\u003c/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery university has its own enrolment conditions which could be further tuned to specific studies. Luckily, you need not be a genius to know what is required. Many study agencies such as IDP who also offer you a wide range of services for study abroad programs can give you such information at no cost. All you need is to visit the nearest agencies to ask for suitable courses based on your academic background. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eb) Finance\u003c/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinancing can be tough for students on a tight budget. Firstly, you need to decide which country you want to travel, then which university you can afford. Living expenses and tuition fees vary significantly based on the location and popularity of a university. You might want to check out \u003ca href=\"/cost-of-living-sydney-australia-i-18\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eCost Of Living In Sydney\u003c/a\u003e to learn more about this important information. Secondly, \"free money\" such as scholarships and grants is the most attractive method of funding study abroad. However, fighting for them is not easy at all. The search for scholarships, therefore, should begin at least one year before the money is needed. Alternatively, you can seek for fellowships and assistantships. They provide graduate students with the opportunities to perform research in a particular field in an overseas university. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ec) Commitment\u003c/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes with passion which has been realised and accepted in many professions. Pursuing a degree based on income levels does not lead to long term satisfaction. You can even drop out in the middle of your courses because of the dissatisfaction and inability to keep up with difficult assignments. Hence, you have to make sure what you are choosing suits your ability and your dreams. Following is the list of steps assisting you in deciding your major: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ei) Think which class you are interested in most. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eii) What would you like to do in the future? \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eiii) Ask your friends who have already studied the major you are thinking of. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eiv) Check out the list of requirements and class activities of the major on the university's website. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3 - How To Study Abroad: Paperwork\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sometimes difficult to fulfil visa requirements or even to have your passport approved. You should seek advice from study abroad consultants for detailed information. Many agencies such as IDP can provide this service free to you because they can get commissions from the respective university. However, you need not worry about this because you only have to pay the same amount of money. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, some universities accept transferring of credits. In other words, you don't have to repeat your study if you have already finished the course in your country which the university also accepts. Doing that can save you a huge amount of money. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou then need to check what other documents are required from the university for the purpose of enrolment. Complete all the forms and keep a copy for your reference. From my experience, you should keep all the important documents in the same folder including the ones before you study abroad and the ones after you arrive at the country. You should also scan all of them just in case you lose the hard copies. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 4 - How To Study Abroad: Accommodation\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's essential to find the right accommodation as you need to ensure your well-being as well as a sufficient fund for your study abroad. Cheap accommodation gives you the flexibility in spending money on other activities but it might also imply possible frustrations in dealing with your housemates or low hygiene standards. As a consequence, it affects your study performance which can lead to serious impacts on your study abroad investment. You might want to check out \u003ca href=\"/where-to-live-in-sydney-i-14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eWhere To Live in Sydney\u003c/a\u003e to have initial understanding about choosing the right accommodation for yourself.\u003c/p\u003e\n","created_at":"2010-09-30T23:07:05.287Z","author_name":"Bob","tag_groups":["sharing-experience|Sharing Experience|false"],"author_id":1,"slug":"how-to-study-abroad","parent_id":null,"visits":495,"likes":8,"image":null}
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