Studying abroad can be one of the most challenging yet life enhancing experiences to have, writes EF student Ansh Anand. It requires you to get out of your comfort zone and go live with a bunch of strangers, miles away from the place you call home. Even if you’re past the phase of looking for and applying to a school, this might still be of help for you. From looking for the right school/college to getting a visa, it all might sound really intimidating, but trust me, it isn’t. All you need is to take a few deep breaths and read this guide to studying abroad.
Demand for international education increases across the globe, according to the latest report from ISC Research.
When it comes to choosing an international school for your child, you might be tempted to turn straight to in-country rankings to seek out the top of the table. But since international schools are all wildly different to one another, UWC (United World Colleges) take a closer look at factors that can make all the difference.
It may be some time before your children need to make decisions about their career path after secondary education – but when assessing secondary schools it is always worth checking what each offers in terms of career and university guidance, writes Geraldine Raison.
The premium, English-language international schools market continues to expand across the Middle East, showing no signs of slowing down despite challenging economic conditions.
Teaching in a foreign country is a great chance to broaden your horizons, sample a new culture, potentially enjoy better pay with a more manageable workload, and be part of an education system completely different to what you’re used to back at home, writes Katie Newell.