Why study abroad?
According to UNESCO 2019, over 5 million international students choose to study abroad each year. This But why do so many students study outside of their home country. Let’s check out the top reasons why student travel out of their home Countries to get educated.
- World-class education
Popular study destinations include the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Europe is increasingly becoming a very popular study destination for a good number of African students. These countries offer students high-quality of education in addition to a totally different lifestyle, weather, and natural environment. These countries are known to be home to world-leading universities and this attracts international students from all over the globe.
- Post-graduation job prospects
Most major corporate organizations believes that students who have gained international exposure and education have demonstrated an ability to adapt to new challenges, environments and make a success of it. It also shows dedication to your education this will look great on your CV.
- Become a part of an international student community
Many universities are particularly conscious of helping international students to feel at home. This includes running international student welcome events. This is a great opportunity to meet other international students who will be feeling similar to you, particularly in the first few weeks.
- Make global connections
Making friends and meeting people while studying abroad is an excellent way to make global connections. Having these international contacts can come in handy when you get into the corporate world and especially as you climb the corporate ladder.
