5 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Study Abroad Destination!


Planning to study abroad? Confused what country will be the best for you? When making the biggest decision of your life, there are a million things to consider. So what exactly is the question? Where can and should you study abroad?

By the time you start to worry too much while reading through all the articles and taking up the quizzes or even talking to a study abroad consultant - you really try and look for every person who is right for you to help you in your decision.

Here are 5 of the major points and questions you must seek answers from Study abroad consultants in Delhi if you plan to choose a study abroad destination -

  • Cost: A major factor to consider before taking the decision to study abroad is the cost of the course. A big number of potential students do not pursue study overseas due to cost. But there are a plethora of financial aid options available to a student aspiring to study abroad and number of scholarships which universities offers excellent students who have shown a consistent level of performance. It is important that individuals carefully evaluate all options before selecting the final one. There are a number of other costs involved to be borne by the student. He/she should be prepared for these costs and must always have a certain amount of money kept aside for miscellaneous expenses and emergency situations. Students should also enquire with the university if there are any discounts that students can avail of public transport, rent, utilities, etc
  • Industry base of the choice of country: As overseas education consultants, there have been times when students decide on the basis of the rank of the college keeping aside the opportunities the location offers. But it is important to understand that you want to take a jump in your lifestyle which comes attached with a dream job. For example, how will your plan to pursue aeronautical engineering in some obscure land help if there is no industry nearby? Each course requires industrial training. The companies tend to reach out to the local colleges for their interns and special trainings. Therefore, we strongly recommend that once you have chosen the course you are planning to undertake, look at the cities that the universities/ institutes are close to and what kind of industries mark that region. Ideally, it should be closer to the big names in the industry of your choice. Not only would this ensure a better set of job opportunities after completing the course, but also help you assimilate to the culture of the region, hence assisting a better performance at the job.
  • Language: It is recommended to have a basic grasp of the language before heading off to your study abroad destination. Whatever language(s) you speak, check if the university in the chosen country offers courses in it. Many students pursuing education in Ireland recommend to begin language lessons in the country you hope to visit. Check what the national language is, whether people speak English on the streets and what the universities in Ireland or anywhere to plan to go to offer the courses in. Whatever you do, do not assume. You need to ensure you’ll be able to communicate with people there.
  • Employability: A student who has decided to go abroad for studies must consider the number of jobs that he or she can apply for after the completion of the course, and if the student has a desire to live and work in the country where he/she has completed check the job market and the qualifications required for various jobs in an associated field. It is also important to check how employable a person will be after the completion of the course and which part of the world is there a requirement for that specific skill.
  • Duration: The duration of the course is an important factor to consider as it is directly related to the cost of the course. An individual must determine how long he/she can easily live abroad as a student. If the course duration is over a long period of time the individual should consider choosing a country where he/she will be comfortable living. The culture of the country should be something that an individual can integrate with, as they are planning on staying there for an extended period of time. 

Still unable to choose the right study abroad destination for you? Weigh all the factors listed above with the help of Newstrides, overseas education consultants who can help your sort down your choice to pick the perfect one for you. 

Whatever you decide! It’s still up to you to take a leap and start your life – study, travel and live!



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