Unit 2 Studying Abroad

Studying Abroad
I. Vocabulary
1. Match the following school subject to the definitions.
2. Looking back at exercise 1, write the correct school subject below each picture.
3. Put the following in order, according to level of education. Rank them from low to high.
4. What do you know about these student destinations and places of origin? Fill in the gaps in
the table with word from the list:
II. Reading Pratice 1
Is it better to go abroad to study?

Student-friendly places
The British Council has named the universities that are most welcoming to overseas students.
As you would expect, English-speaking countries such as Australia, the UK and the US have
made the top 10, but the number one may be a surprise: Germany. Two Far Eastern countries,
i.e. China and Malaysia, made it to the top 5, ranking higher than the US, Japan, Russia,
Nigeria and Brazil.
The benefits of studying abroad
Russell Howe, a Scot who is currently studying a Business degree at Stellinga International
College in the Netherlands, previously also studied in India (which came 11th on the list).
'People often ask me why I needed to travel, because British universities have a good
reputation elsewhere in the world. But this is not something I needed to do, but something I
really wanted to do. I have learnt different ways of looking at things, but I also found out how
much we all have in common, wherever we are from. All of this will be useful in my future
career.
Russell is not the only international student in his department. Business and administrative
courses are the most popular with international students, followed by engineering and
technology, social studies, creative arts and design, medicine-related topics and law. Manal, a
student at the Faculty of Art and Design at Stellinga, says she has similar reasons to Russell,
but there is more: ”I wanted to broaden my understanding of the world. I have enhanced my
language skills: I am more fluent in English and have also taken a level 1 Dutch evening class.
One of my modules is about European art, and I believe that I am benefiting more from studying
this in Europe than anywhere else. I have managed to visit other countries in my holidays, and
really feel that this whole experience is developing my global perspective. I also hope that I
have made lasting friendships and contacts”.
Enabling student access
What is it that makes these countries student-friendly? Well, all of them make it easy for
international students to apply, and provide ongoing support once they are there. They also
offer good quality degrees, which are valued highly in other countries too. The fact that
Germany came out as winner is probably due to the country's efforts towards
internationalization. One aspect of this is that the country welcomes foreign students by
charging them the same fees as home students, meaning that in some universities overseas
students study for free. Many classes are conducted in English, and so are most leaflets,
making it easier for international students to keep informed and take part in student life.
Apart from the financial reasons already mentioned, this type of educational internationalization
can help with the quality of research in these universities, through e.g. networking, teamwork
and the sharing of skills. For students, it is a valuable addition to their skills and experience at a
time when jobs are not easy to find.
1. Scan the text to find names of countries, people and organization. Copy and
complete the table.
Countries People Organizations or

institutions
2. Do this exercise
Number
Word in italics
Word in bold print
Abbveviations
3. Scan the text to anser the following questions.
III. Reading Pratice 2
Applying to Stellinga College

Why Stellinga?
Thank you for your interest in Stellinga International College. As an international student, we are sure
you will find our college an exciting place to study, with like-minded and ambitious individuals.
Preparing and submitting your application

We have tried to make the application process as easy as possible for you, but there are a number of
procedures you must follow.
All our courses are taught in English, so first of all you will probably need to submit evidence of your
English language ability. We require an IELTS score of 6.5. You will also have to send us your secondary
school diploma, so that we can evaluated it. If you have the International Baccalaureate or a Dutch VVO
diploma, you don’t need to provide English language test results.
We will also require a personal statement. This is a text of up to 1,000 words in which you introduce
yourself, explain your interest in our college, and why you want to study your chosen course.
If you are from outside the European Union(EU), it is important that you have an entrance visa before
you come to study in the Netherlands, but we will apply for this for you.
We now only accept online applications, so please ensure that you have all your documents ready to
upload before you begin. Any documents that are not in English originally will also need to be translated
and the translation also uploaded.
You will need a passport photograph; a copy of your passport; copies of all your certificates and
diplomas; your proof of language ability; and your personal statement in English.
What happens next?

Your application will then be considered. If your initial application is successful, you will be invited for an
interview. This will be conducted in English via skype, over the phone or on site, depending on wether
you can come and visit us. You will talk to two or three members of staff for up to 30 minutes, and will
be asked to elaborate on your application documents and your personal statement. We aim to inform
you of our decision in writing, within 4 weeks. There are several possible outcomes: you may not have
been successful; you may be offered a place on the waiting list. You will need to reply to any offers
within two weeks, otherwise your place may be offered to somebody else.
Good luck with your application.
Question 1-11: Using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer,
complete the table and the flow chart below.

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Studying Abroad

II. Reading Pratice 1

Is it better to go abroad to study?

Countries People Organizations or

3. Scan the text to anser the following questions.

III. Reading Pratice 2

Applying to Stellinga College

Preparing and submitting your application

What happens next?

Good luck with your application.

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