Personal advantages
a. Experiencing new countries and lifestyles
A huge draw of studying abroad is gaining life experience in a different country and culture. Immersing yourself in a new way of living can be scary at first, but tackling the challenges of living in a new country will grow your self-confidence and independence.
Getting to know a new place also means the opportunity to explore; you’ll learn all about local food, history, and customs. Although your university may be based in one city, there will be plenty of opportunities for traveling to other areas of the country, and maybe even other countries close by.
b. Meeting new people
You’ll meet a lot more new people from different backgrounds, adding to your understanding of the world and learn how to interact with diverse culture. This will enhance your capacity to exploit the diversity to your advantage as you network.
c. Improving language skills
The best way to improve your language skills is to live among people who do not speak your native language. Living in a foreign country increases your chances of learning other languages which enhances your understanding of world affair. It will also increase your fluency in learnt language.
ii. Economical advantages
a. Gaining career options
Being able to speak more than one language is an added advantage as it can open career opportunities with multinational companies or international NGOs.
You may also have opportunity to work as a translator or interpreter. Studying abroad can open up job opportunities and broaden your postgraduate options.
The personal skills you develop while studying abroad can also be appealing to prospective employers. The willingness you’ve shown to step out of your comfort zone, your global outlook and your independence will be traits that are easily recognized by prospective employers.
b. Quality and relevant education
It is obvious that you will choose to go study in a county which is more advanced than your country or at the same developed as your country meaning that you will be gaining access to quality and relevant training.
Study abroad also means you have access to world class training institutions that will give credibility to your academic credentials and provide employers with faith about your skills and competences.
