Here’s some helpful advice from Impact Global Consultant (IGC) on how to get prepared as you plan your studies abroad. You’ve made the excellent choice to study abroad. So, what’s your next move?
Studying abroad can be challenging at times, but it can also be one of the most pleasing, lifetime experiences of your life. We know exactly how worthwhile it can be and how you can avoid the complications that might stand in your higher study.
Reading the content, you will have a clear idea of making your study abroad journey as smooth as possible.
Before studying abroad, prepare all the documents you’ll need to apply to the university. This list will likely include:
Passport
Your passport should expire no sooner than six months after the end of your study abroad term. Therefore, make sure that there is an extra page on your passport. You don’t want to run into passport problems when you’re abroad.
Academic Certificate
Contact your university to collect your academic transcript, testimonial, and certificate. If possible, collect Medium of Instruction (MoI). Also, you can contact your university teachers to get recommendations from them. And ensure that they will send the recommendation to the university on time.
English language certificate
If possible, take the IELTS exam and secure a good score, allowing you to admit into most renowned universities or colleges. However, if you are afraid of IELTS, you can take the Duolingo test, which will save you time, money, and effort; compared to IELTS. If any of the two is not possible, you can admit into a university with MoI or contact the university for an internal English test. Lastly, you can apply with ESL courses if any of these options are not possible for you.
If you want to study abroad in university or college programs, find out it matches your previous education. This is the easiest way for you when accepted by the university or college. On the other hand, if you want to enhance your professional skills, the degree should match your professional experience and build a solid connection to why completing this course will secure a better career outcome.
Studying abroad is expensive. Everyone cannot afford it. Therefore, you must calculate all the expenses prior. Most importantly, create an account in your name or your sponsor’s name (parents, brothers, or close blood relatives) and maintain a sufficient amount of money covering at least first-year education and living expenses. Alongside, prepare all the legal documents such as Tax Certificate, Bank Solvency Certificate, Land Papers, and Deeds.
Next, prepare a budget, and if you haven’t already applied for financial help, continue applying for student loans, scholarships, and any other financial facility you qualify for.
Scholarships and Assistance
Numbers of universities worldwide offer international student scholarships. If you keep an eye on Scholarship Positions, you will find numerous scholarships available where you can apply. Also, you can inquire about the scholarship at particular universities as well. And you can Google it by typing “scholarships for Bangladeshi students,” thereby you can see what scholarships are available.
Prepare your mindset to live alone
In a foreign country, you will be alone for a long time. All face homesickness as students land in a foreign country. Consequently, they wish to come back to the country. If you don’t want this to happen to you, I suggest you try to do all your daily chores, such as cooking, laundry, shopping, and driving by yourself. Especially, change your mindset to live alone and take care of yourself like you are all your own.
Travel around Bangladesh
As a student, you must travel now and then to navigate and explore Bangladesh. Traveling will allow you to cope with the new situation and make you aware of the diverse customs, foods, and transportation. Thereby, you will be accustomed to change, and you will feel comfortable while studying abroad.
Draw a Career Roadmap
The last but not the least fact you should consider is writing your career outcome articulately if you wish to study abroad. A solid plan will lead you to achieve the best in your life after completing your study. Try to consider your passion, education, experience, and course that you are studying to fix your career roadmap. Several options may come, but choose your options wisely; take some time to set your career goal.
Conclusion
With that said, IGC teams wish you should have no trouble if you precisely follow the list; best of luck!
Impact Global Consultant is an overseas consultancy that can help you organize your education abroad in the best way possible. We help students to plan their overseas study journey smoothly and affordably. If you have any queries, please call or WhatsApp us at +880 1681-462212
