This friendly, accessible guide provides international students with 50 practical 'Ways' to help them make the most of their experience overseas. Each of the 50 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and actions. Spanning the whole international student journey, it will help students to recognise potential challenges, connect with other students and take action that will prepare them for life after their study abroad adventure. This is an ideal resource for any student who wants to make the most of their time studying overseas.
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International study is exciting. It opens up great opportunities and can be a fantastic experience.12 It is likely that you will gain skills, qualities and maturity that you wouldn’t do otherwise. However, it isn’t an easy option. At times, it can be hard and stressful. At such moments, it is helpful if you already have a strong appreciation of its benefits for you, now and longer term. Clarify these to yourself at a time when you are feeling good about your decision.13 Keep adding to your list.
Considering your responses
If you hadn’t really thought about the benefits or made a list to inspire yourself, start by using the list opposite. Add other items that are important to you. You could convert these into a bright chart to inspire you at the start of each day – or on days that feel more of a struggle.
Do I …?
1. Do I have a clear sense of the benefits to me of international study?
Yes
No
2. Do I have a list of these to motivate me at difficult times?
Yes
No
3. Am I aware of the skills and qualities I could develop?
Yes
No
4. Am I making the most of the experience?
Yes
No
To do. I will ...
See also Ways 2, 15, 23, 42
Identify the benefits to you
Below are some benefits of international study. Circle those of value to you. Then jot down any others that matter to you.
A good qualification
Seeing the world
Write any other things here …
Academic skills
Stretching my mind
Learning the language
Gaining new insights
Other new skills
Sharpening my critical awareness
Experiencing a new culture
Greater empathy
Greater inter-cultural awareness
Improving career and employment choices
Making friends internationally
Opening up new work or study opportunities
Developing...
Table of contents
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Acknowledgements
About this book
How to use this book
Shape new habits and ways of thinking
The international student community
International study: A fantastic opportunity
Prepare ahead to manage the challenges
Different countries. Different ways to study
Manage the ‘culture shock’
What international students say …
Using advice and support services
50 Ways
Habits shaper: Track your good intentions
My progress so far
Where to find out more
References and bibliography
Index
Notes
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