Why should Singaporeans study abroad?

What will I gain? 

Studying abroad will help you develop skills and offer you experiences a local classroom setting can never provide. A new culture provides you the opportunity to discover new strengths and abilities. By encountering situations that are completely foreign to you, you will learn to adapt and respond to changes in effective ways. In addition, cultural differences are not limited to differences in language, food and appearance. An individual’s culture reflects intricate perceptions, beliefs and values that influence their way of life. Students who experience these cultural differences personally can come to truly understand other cultures. 

Studying abroad also helps you to learn about yourself and expand your worldview. Students who travel overseas to study often return home with new perspectives about themselves and their own culture. It also makes you more informed and much less biased towards other cultures and people. 

Is studying in a foreign country different? 

Breaking out of the monotony of academic routines common to your country is another positive. Studying in a foreign country is almost certainly much different from what you are used to as a student. You might be introduced to a completely new academic system that suits you better and even have the opportunity to take courses not offered in your home campus.

My foreign degree vs a local degree?

Perhaps the most compelling reason to study abroad is the doors that it can open for you. As the world becomes increasingly globalized, companies from countries all over the world are investing in the international market. A student who has studied abroad is likely to be regarded as someone who is independent, willing to take up new challenges and flexible and adaptable to changes and new situations. The experience gleaned from living in another country, learning a new culture and acquiring another language gives you an edge against other job applicants. An overseas education also beefs up your degree. As mentioned above, you can take courses you could not otherwise take in a school at home and it is easier to add a minor in a language or even a second major without having to take additional courses after returning home. 

Most popular country for foreign studies amongst Singaporeans? 

It is estimated that there are around 100,000 Singaporean alumni of Australian institutions. You can check out our academic programmes for a list of Australian universities.

For a list of courses offered abroad, visit our website. (Choose a profession, and click 'Go Abroad' under the courses section)