Myths about studying abroad

When deciding to seek education in places other than your own country, some beliefs may arise in line to myths and misconceptions about the place you want to visit. In this article, we will look at the common myths that are there and the facts. Let us demystify the study abroad phenomena.

Myth 1: Studying abroad is all fun and games.

FACT: This has to be one of the biggest disillusions out there. T is up there with studying abroad is expensive. Studying in a foreign country does not give you a license to skip classes and school work. In fact, most universities especially those in the west are very serious about class attendance. Remember, while studying, you are only as good as your visa. Should you default on class work, some universities will laisse with your embassy and the immigration department and you might actually get deported. Not only that, failure to perform well may actually get you discontinued and deported. So yes, education abroad is actually very serious.

Myth 2: Scholarships are hardly available

FACT: As the majority would say right now, “Wewe uliskia wapi?”(Where did you hear that from?). Scholarships are available. Not all the time and not in all universities but they are available. As I write this, INTI University is offering a 40% scholarship. This is usually the most common type of scholarships offered and these are the type you are most likely to get. Institutions usually offer a discount on the school fees to ease the burden on the students. A good agency can very much help you negotiate for a discount on your fees, making your study even more cheaper.

Myth 3: I am too young to study abroad

FACT: Gone are the days when education was thought to be only for young people. This is because nowadays there are solutions to ensure even more mature adults can pursue education and continue developing in their fields. Schools also offer these solutions to try and avoid having too big of an age gap in class rooms that would otherwise make older people feel uncomfortable. And if all this still does not sound like is for you, just remember, there are online classes available, to ensure you continue learning and making the best out of your situation. Not that bad now, is it?

Myth 4: Europe is the only destination for studying abroad

FACT: Here is another myth that really limits possibilities. While it is true that Europe is a good study destination, it is not the best neither is it the only one. For instance, one can study in Africa, University of Johannesburg is a good study destination, so is the United Kingdom. Did you know there are actually very good and cheap study destinations like Malaysia such as INTI University? See where I am going with this?  The point is, there are other options across the world from the US to Canada all the way to Russia and Germany. All you need to do to get started on a country that suits your preference is having a good agent or agency that understands the workings of these countries and schools involved. A good idea is Educare International.

Myth 5: Some employers do not value international education

FACT: We all know this one is very false. Getting an education from a well ranked university and accompanied by a well ranked degree, places you in a better position to compete for jobs and other opportunities. Employers are always looking for people who can speak multiple languages and those who can work in a cross cultural environment. Of course simply mentioning your overseas education will not guarantee you a selection, so you need to show how your experience has prepared you for the role you are about to undertake.

My advice would be for you to get your information form a legitimate source. Talk to an agency that understands the world of university education and the requirements for studying abroad. Do not seek shady agents that may mean you harm and lead you to lose a lot of your money. A good agent should be approved by universities and their information widely available to the public. Try Educare International today! They have a wide variety of services from visa application, university application and course counselling. This is just but a few of what they offer. Thank me later!