Benefits of Studying Abroad

Studying abroad can be exciting, empowering and great fun. But so can studying in your own country. What are the real advantages of studying abroad? In this article, we take a look at what we think are the three biggest benefits of studying abroad. Once you’ve read the article, search for a study abroad course with our free course search tool and start your study abroad journey today!

Learn Another Language

As business becomes more global, employers are looking for cultured employees, people who can work through language barriers and deliver results effectively across different countries. By studying abroad, you’ll pick up the languages easily by immersing yourself in a different way of life. Being able to speak another language is a great skill to have; it can give you the power to travel, whether that be for business or pleasure, to a variety of destinations with the confidence to communicate effectively with the locals.

You can of course, study a foreign language in your own country, but you’ll miss out on the nuances of the language such as local customs and colloquialisms. By living in the country and immersing yourself in the language by relying on it for everyday tasks, you will have a far wider understanding of how to use the language – both in social and business situations.

Broaden your Cultural Experience

Different cultures are more than just different food and languages. Most study abroad destinations are a melting pot of different cultures, religions and customs. Becoming an international student means becoming part of a worldwide community of students where you’ll share your cultural heritage with them and vice-versa. Learn about your friends’ traditional ways of celebrating birthday parties, discover how you greet business clients in different languages and become a truly global citizen.

Studying abroad can open your eyes to a different way of life, and by understanding how other people on the same planet live, you’ll learn a lot more about yourself along the way. Just make sure you read our guide to avoiding culture shock before you go!

Launch Your Career

Having a study abroad experience on your CV is also a great way to enhance your employability. International experience, be it in the classroom or working full-time, can be an impressive addition to any resume. It shows your academic achievements, but it also demonstrates your determination to succeed. It clearly displays your personal drive and ambition to a potential employer and as such, opens up more career opportunities for you. This in turn, can increase your earning potential.

With so many people studying courses and degrees, it is becoming increasingly difficult to stand out from the crowd. By studying abroad, you are also showing potential employers your ability to think outside the box as well as demonstrating a very real independence. The skills you’ll pick up when studying abroad will make you a well rounded person, with the ability to understand different cultures and tackle problems effectively.
Studying abroad enhances your organisational skills too. At StudyLink we make it easy to find a course, but it still requires lots of organisation to pack your bag, get your visa and make the flight on time!

There are many advantages to studying abroad. We’ve touched on three of them in this article, all of which help you to stand out from the crowd. If you think we’ve missed a key advantage, let us know in the comments below! What makes you want to study abroad?