Things about Foreign Universities No One Will Tell You [Shhh!]

Going to Foreign Universities, away from home, especially for the first time and at a young age, incites a million different emotions.

Studying abroad has its pros and cons, and you have to make a choice that suits you. It is never easy leaving your comfort zone and entering an entirely unknown space and new to you. It has to be your unfamiliar routine for the duration of your studies.

You might feel overwhelmed in a new city with absolutely no clue about what to do next. Excitement and anxiety would invariably be the most common emotions you would feel.

We have compiled this blog about a few pointers you should keep in mind while choosing to study abroad at Foreign Universities for your ease.

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Be well-informed in advance

You can, and will, always turn to Google to (re)search any problems, both figuratively and literally.

However, as the oft-repeated saying goes, preparation pays off.

Therefore, make sure you collect some basic information regarding your study abroad destination.

Gaining knowledge about the history and the country’s current political scenario will help you settle in better with the natives.

You can also talk with an acquaintance who has studied or lived where you are going.

Complement your mother tongue with the foreign language

Before setting out for your international study destination at Foreign Universities, part of the research ensures to become familiar, if not fluent, with the local language spoken there.

Even in countries where English is the primary language of communication, there will be cities and places where people speak in local, regional languages.

Learning a few necessary phrases is a good start.

Don’t get overwhelmed if you think you haven’t got all the nuances right; locals are more welcoming to foreigners when they see others trying to adapt their culture.

Weather

Despite your best efforts, nothing can inform your degree of preparation when it comes to foreign weathers.

While people will always try to share suggestions and tips on preparing for the weather, it will not be until you enter the fray yourself that you can truly begin to appreciate all differences in the climate of your hometown and your adopted city.

Further, you likely end up packing many clothes that you will end up not wearing. This, again, is quite unavoidable.

Finances

Familiarise yourself with the foreign currency’s denominations in advance if you do not want to devote your initial weeks to figure out what amount will fetch you your bread, milk, and books.

You should also learn about the currency exchange rate to make the transition and subsequent transactions less confusing.

It is advisable to open a local bank account as soon as possible.

Do not forget to carry a sufficient amount of cash with you as locating ATMs in the new place will take you some time.

Lastly, always carry your international debit cards with you. Readily available at any nationalised bank in India, you can use these anywhere in the world.

Experience is the most outstanding teacher in this regard.

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On-arrival registration

The first thing you are supposed to do once you reach your study abroad destination is to register yourself with the internal affairs ministry within 24 to 48 hours.

Registration will help you legalise your stay in that country and help you later in getting temporary residency.

However, there are different rules for different countries which you will have to understand thoroughly.

The next important thing is to register yourself at the local Indian embassy.

It is vital because you will find people with whom you can hold conversations in your mother tongue, which will soothe your homesickness to some extent.

They can also help you with any problem that you might be facing in that country.

Also, embassies organise various cultural programmes that will entertain you and make you feel like you are home again.

These are the five critical things you have to keep in mind which no one will prominently tell about foreign universities. As an international student, you have to be aware of all the happenings and at the same time, enjoy yourself in this experience!

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FAQs

Here we have answered some frequently answered questions regarding this.

Q1. Do you think that going to university in another country is a good idea?

Ans. Studying abroad helps you learn new languages, appreciate other cultures, overcome the challenges of living in another country, and better understand the world. These are all things that modern businesses look for when hiring, and such traits will only become more critical in the future.

Q2. Why did you choose to study abroad and not from India?

Ans. Emigration is one of the top reasons Indian students, especially at the graduate level, look to pursue a degree abroad. Countries like the US and Canada offer attractive job prospects post-graduation, and their flexible immigration policies allow students to seek employment on completion of studies.

Q3. What are the disadvantages of studying abroad?

Ans. Before you start planning, make sure you have considered these five disadvantages of studying abroad:

• Language Barriers and Culture Shock.
• You are on Your Own.
• Studying Abroad is Expensive.
• Your Credits May Not Transfer
• Your Home Country Health Insurance May Not Cover You Abroad.

We truly hope we could resolve all your queries. If not, please get in touch with our counsellors here at Foreign Admits for further assistance.

Good luck!