why should you go to study abroad ?
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Why should you go to study abroad
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Have you ever thought about the possibility of going to study abroad?
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Well, most of the people do think about it but few of them actually do it.
What about you?
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This presentation will give you an
overview of different possibilities if you want to go to study abroad.
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Preparations
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Going to study abroad is a big decision,
therefore people usually need time
and information to make it.
So, how can you prepare yourself and become an expert in this field?
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Most important questions?
Usually the following questions arise
when talking about going abroad:
– which university/institution to choose?
– which course to choose?
– what about financing my studies abroad?
– where will I live (accommodation)?
– how will I manage with my English?
– what about my relatives, friends?
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Don’t worry – this isn’t as hard as it seems.
And we will help you with all your questions.
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Which institution to choose?
There are quite many higher education institutions in the world to choose from....just a little over 20,000 to
be more accurate.
The choice can’t be too hard or can it?
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3 main criterias
When we choose our partner institutions we usually look for the following 3 things from which they should fill at least one.
The institution:
1. is innovative, uses new teaching methods and focuses on the personal development of students.
2. is among the best in its country.
3. is in the world’s TOP rankings - we are looking those who are ranked among the world’s TOP 1000 and even better if they take a position among the first 500.
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What about courses?
We have prepared a career test on our homepage to help you choose the most suitable courses.
If you want to find out what could suit you just take the test.
Nearly 30 thousand people have already taken it.
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Courses?
The choice of different courses is usually wider when going to study abroad.
You can take anything from business and law to design, architecture or environment.
Dream Foundation for example has over 1500 BA and MA courses available to choose from.
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Finances?
One of the favourite topics and reasons why NOT go to study abroad – finances.
Usually people think that it’s expensive and they can’t afford it. And they don’t consider it as an
option.
In reality, there are numerous possibilities that can turn out to be financially better for you than
continuing your education in your home country.
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Finances?
If finance topic is important for you:
– Find a place with a small tuition fee or without a tuition
fee. For example, Denmark or the Netherlands might
be a good choice.
– Be prepared to work during your studies. Usually 12-
15 hours/week is sufficient to cover all your costs.
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Finances?
If finance topic is important:
– Try to find a study place in a bigger city where are better
student job possibilities.
– Negotiate with your parents and relatives for support. For
example in the UK nearly 65% of international students are
supported by their families.
– Look for student loan and scholarship possibilities!
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Plan your budget
Make two budgets - if you go to study abroad and if you go to study to your local university.
• Cost of education (tuition fees)
• Cost of accommodation (dormitory, appartments)
• Cost of food and personal stuff
• Cost of transport
• Student work possiblities (minumum wage, jobs available)
Even if studying abroad seems to cost more at first, the situation can turn around when you look at the budgets.
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Plan your budget
And even it it costs more - are you willing to invest the extra effort in your education, experience and connections?
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Accommodation
Finding a place to live?
– Usually institutions help international students with accommodation.
– If not, you can search real estate pages to find something.
– There is accommodation information about our partner institutions also on Dream Foundation homepage
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Language level?
My English isn’t that good?!
– Normally B2 is required for undergraduate (BA) level and C1 for postgraduate (MA) level
– Prepare yourself for the language test – don’t come just to try out your luck.
– If needed, take additional lessons to improve your language level
– You can also test yourself on our homepage to get the quick estimation of your current level of English.
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Relatives and friends
Relatives and friends will stay in your home country and this means:– Managing all alone in a new country
– Making friends all over the world
– Becoming independant
– Finding your inner powers and yourself
This can’t be compared to anything else.
Don’t miss the opportunity!
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How to make it happen?
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1500+ courses
About 30 universities to choose from
Supporting the application process
Not-for-profit
Introducing studies abroad
Online advice
Pre-depature meetings
Operating in nearly 20 countriesBiggest in Europe!
Easy & comfortable online application
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Dream Foundation is a cross-European organisation which main field of activity is:
– to create high-quality possibilities to study abroad
– to develop intercultural competences, helping you to fulfil your dreams
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Why choose Dream Foundation?• Nearly 30 carefully picked higher education institutions
• 1500+ BA and MA courses to choose from
• Study destinations from all over the world
• Easy and convenient online application system
• Powerful search engine to look for courses
• Application fee is 20€ (including language test)
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Why choose Dream Foundation?
• Full support and counselling during the application period
• Free tests to help you in choosing the courses or testing your English level
• Pre-departure meetings to give you practical info before leaving
• Study abroad students community Dream Network at your service
• Scholarship info and possibilities to our applicants
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Application process in 3 easy steps:
1. Choose a course 2. Fill the online application3. Take the language test
- > and Go study abroad!
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Go study abroad!
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