Abroad Education – these words themselves sound exciting!! Isn’t it?
Getting an opportunity to pursue your education in a foreign country could be a great experience. Studying abroad can bring a lot of positive changes in your professional as well as personal life.
Imagine! exploring a whole new country as a student, experiencing a new culture, interacting with new people, learning a new language, making new friends & widening professional networks around the world.
Higher education abroad can add value to your resume, help you to become employable on a global platform, make you independent, improves your communication skills, push you out of your comfort zone, and the list goes on………
Though there are numerous advantages of having your higher education abroad compared to your home country, you will get maximum out of it only when you have made the right & best decisions throughout the process of overseas study.
This means, while planning your abroad education journey, you need to follow the correct procedure under the guidance of an expert when you choose your study destination, course & university for your higher study.
The very first question that needs to be answered in your abroad education road map is –
Which country would be best for you & your career aspirations?
So here, in this article, we are going to talk about the top 7 higher education destinations around the world that will help you start preparing your roadmap.
Points based on which this list is created:
- Quality of Education
- Career development
- Personal development
- Professional network
- Affordability
- Safety
- Language
Now, Let’s explore the top countries to study abroad.
The UK ( United Kingdom)
The number of international students choosing the UK as a higher education destination is increasing year by year. The UK is considered to have the most renowned & old Universities in the world. Like Oxford and Cambridge, both top the list when it comes to academic reputation in the world.
You will get an opportunity to expand your professional network with Individuals from different countries & business background.
The quality of education in the UK is unparalleled. Degree achieved from UK universities is accepted by employers around the world.
The UK is comparatively cheaper than other English-speaking countries. While studying in the UK, you will be surrounded by people from diverse backgrounds. Even shops, restaurants in the UK offer students discounts making their expenses manageable.
Your student Visa in the UK allows you to work up to 20 hours per week in a part-time job. You can also apply for an internship through your university. In both ways, it will add value to your resume.
USA ( United States of America )
The USA is one of the global leaders in terms of technology innovations & Education.
It is one of the best countries to study and work for international students around the world. The USA is considered to be the most culturally diverse country in the world.
You get to build relationships with people from different countries in one place and begin to grow your global network.
It is the home to 7 of the top 10 universities in the world. USA Universities provides a wide range of general education along with your specific field of study. Your general education classes help you to learn new skills or uncover a passion or skill that you did not know you have.
Most of the universities in the USA offer internship programs as a compulsory part of your education which can really help to kick start your professional career and get hands-on experience.
They also focus on a wide range of campus activities along with just academics like athletics, Music, Drama, arts, volunteering, and many more events. The USA universities are a little expensive in terms of fee structure compared to other countries but if you really are willing to plan your education abroad in the USA, you can apply for various scholarships provided by almost all universities there.
You get an opportunity to stay back in the USA for one year after completion of your course on a student visa. Students pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) can stay for three years after finishing the course.
Australia
Australia is placed third (After USA & UK) in terms of international students all around the world. It is a quite friendly & safe country for students to study, learn, stay & travel around.
Degree from Australian universities is accepted by employers around the world. The cost of study & living in Australia is comparatively low.
Students from around 200 countries travel to Australia for education, which makes it one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world.
Australia offers qualification & job facilities in multiple disciplines. Be it in agriculture or Aeronautics, Accounts or Actuaries, Engineering or Medical. Australian Universities follow a more practical approach in their teaching methodology hence help you succeed in your chosen industry. There are multiple universities in Australia that consistently rank in the world’s top 100 universities.
While Studying, you can work up to 20 hours per week during semesters and full time during semester breaks. By working in your field, you can learn & prepare yourself for the global workforce.
Canada
Canada is considered one of the most popular places for education for Indian students. As it’s a quiet friendly country and welcomes students all around the globe.
Canada comes among the most affordable countries in terms of education. Still, universities in Canada do not compromise with the quality of education. Canadian degree is widely recognized and accepted.
The cost of living in Canada is very affordable compared to most other top destinations like the USA, UK, Australia. International students in Canada are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during study & full time during breaks. This will help to manage your expenses.
It is also one of the safest countries in the world for students. Canadian universities provide a lot of programs that are designed to encourage international students to transition to permanent residence after their studies. It is one of the best countries to study and settle.
Germany
Germany is one of the few countries in the world where education is free for young people, while international students can study at the lowest fees. At German Universities, Multiple scholarships are available for students around the globe.
Germany is home to some of the best universities in the world. Around 23 higher education institute comes in top 200 universities on the Earth.
You need to learn the German language at least basic if you wish to study in Germany. Many German universities teach subjects in the English language at the master’s level.
Germany is considered to be one of the safest countries in Europe for students.
Being a leader in the manufacturing & automotive industry provides vast career opportunities especially for engineers. The cost of living in Germany is relatively low which makes it budget-friendly for you.
Germany is one of the leading economic power in the world. So you can imagine the number of opportunities this country has to offer to their international students. Universities in Germany focuses more on practical learning. They prepare their students for industry by providing them internship & work experience during their course.
International students are provided 18 months as Post Study Work permit after the completion of their course. Bordering nine different countries, Germany is the ideal study abroad destination to explore almost the entire of Europe.
New-Zealand
In recent years, New-Zealand has become quite popular among Indian students as a higher study destination.
New-Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty which gets extended to all the universities here.
It is the most peaceful and least corrupt country in the world. All the courses which are offered by public universities in New-Zealand are checked for quality.
They keep on updating programs as per the industry requirements. New-Zealand universities follow the British Education System which is quite similar to what is followed in India. This is also one of the reasons for its popularity among Indians.
All 8 state-funded universities have been ranked among the top 3% globally by QS World University Ranking. In universities, the Student-teacher ratio maintained low to provide students the opportunity for close interaction with the teachers.
A qualification from New-Zealand is accepted by employers around the world. Tuition fees & the cost of living in New-Zealand are much cheaper than the popular study destinations like The USA, UK, Australia & Canada.
Post Study Work Visa in New-Zealand lasts for 1,2 or 3 years depending on the level of your qualification and where you studied.
France
Getting an opportunity to study in France means you get to experience a society that is multicultural, open, technically advanced & art – fascinated.
Be it music, theatre, dance or fine cuisine, whatever interest you have, you will get to see everything.
Courses in French Universities are industry & practice-oriented which makes students ready for a future career. It is the most popular non-English-speaking country.
Tuition fees at public universities in France are significantly lower than in other European Countries. France was ranked seventh in the richest countries in the world. It exhibits a robust economy.
France is home to around 3,900 public & private education institutions which includes Graduates School, Engineering Schools, Business and Management schools, Art & Architecture schools. Every university has an internship referral system and a career services office. This means you will always know of the most recent internship and job opportunities available to you.
Work permit after study in France is different. Students pursuing short-term or small duration courses cannot stay in France after course completion whereas, in long-term courses like masters, students are allowed to stay in the country for 24 months.
So what do you think? Which country is your dream destination for higher studies? Let me know in the comment box & get expert guidance.
NOTE: In this pandemic situation, it is important to look for other aspects as well while choosing your higher study destination. Considering the current situation of pandemic (COVID-19), all countries around the world have made changes in their travel & international education rules.
As per the study, the list of countries that are safe to travel in post-corona includes Switzerland which had topped the list with Germany at the second position. Other countries that have found a place in the top 10 positions are Israel (3), Singapore (4), Japan (5), Austria (6), China (7), Australia (8), New Zealand (9), and South Korea (10).
