Why Do People Usually Plan To Study Abroad? What Are The Advantages To Study Abroad?

Going abroad for education is a wholesome opportunity to explore new technology, culture, a lot more. Working with a diverse group will let you improve your language skills and as well as your soft skills. The construction industry is booming up all over the world and We believe the future belongs to sustainability and is less environmentally hazardous. So, studying abroad to broaden your skills is one of the good ways to have excellent prospects.

Graduate studies are a great platform to show your skills in research and innovations and most of the universities offer a lot of importance to the Research and development (R&D), in some scenarios universities get a lot of funding from the government for the research and thesis-based degrees typically Masters in science will provide grants and also scholarships to the students which will help the candidates to get financial assistance in meeting the course fees and also the living expenses.

A Master’s degree from a reputed university will also let you help to secure a great job with an excellent pay rate. These are the quick wage rate by a graduated student (Masters) from Civil engineering background (these are not the exact prices, it might differ according to company, country, and other circumstances)

  1. Construction Engineer – 68,200 USD/year
  2. Structural Engineer – 67,600 USD/year
  3. Building Control Surveyor – 56,000 USD/year
  4. Water Resource Engineer – 66,000 USD/year
  5. Transportation Planner – 57,000 USD/year
  6. Quantity Surveyor – 60,500 USD/year
  7. Geotechnical Engineer – 66,200 USD/year

What Are The Best And Preferred Countries To Study Abroad With Remarkable Opportunities And Infrastructure?

  1. The US
  2. The UK
  3. Australia
  4. Canada
  5. Netherlands (Holland)
  6. Germany
  7. Sweden

One of the major factors to consider while applying to universities abroad is the tuition fees. It can range from zero to 1.5 crores depending on the country and the university. When it comes to free education, Germany is the only country where universities charge minimal to no fees, followed by Canada (Thesis Based Programs). Some private universities in the US can charge very high fees but that doesn’t mean that there is no scope for scholarships. Another factor to consider is the language or the medium of instruction. Although Germany is the cheapest country to study in, most of the programs offered are in German and it takes a significant amount of research to find programs that are taught in English

What Are The Steps To Be Followed To Reach Your Dream Of Studying Abroad?

1. Plan your study

When thinking about studying abroad, it’s a good idea to start by figuring out what you want to get out of it. The simplest method to begin started is to think about what subjects you want to study. You should start preparing 15 months before the start of a program. This helps you to keep track of application/scholarship deadlines and remain ahead of them.

2. Budget your expenses

After you’ve established your objectives, the following step should always be to establish your budget. You should first select a comfortable range and then begin exploring for solutions that fit inside that range. You may support your study overseas in a variety of methods, including education loans, scholarships, and grants.

3. Shortlist Programs

Now it’s up to you to narrow down the programs you want to apply to. To do so, you should gather as much information on these programs as possible, as well as the universities that provide them. To begin, assess these possibilities based on several aspects like reputation, placement records, and alumni reviews, among others.

4. Lookup application requirements

It’s crucial to know what information universities demand throughout the application process. The criteria for universities in various locations are generally different. As a result, you should prepare ahead and make sure you have everything you’ll need. Also, check the exams required by the institute and complete them all. These are basic exams asked by most of the international institutes:

4. Lookup application requirements

It’s crucial to know what information universities demand throughout the application process. The criteria for universities in various locations are generally different. As a result, you should prepare ahead and make sure you have everything you’ll need. Also, check the exams required by the institute and complete them all. These are basic exams asked by most of the international institutes:

Usually, Except USA all the nations accept IELTS as the English proficiency test which is mandatory to secure an admit from an international institute. However, the USA needs GRE scores and either IELTS or TOEFL as English proficiency tests.

Some more basic required documents were:

1. Transcripts
2. Statement of Purpose (SOP)
3. Letter of Recommendations (LOR)
4. Resume/ Curriculum Vitae etc

5. SOP and LOR

Your SOP should emphasize your expertise with the curriculum and knowledge of the student body at the university. Furthermore, your SOP should stress the goals you seek and how the program will help you achieve them; your ultimate objective is to persuade the admissions committee that you are a good fit for their school. Always try to elaborate your skills in Statement of purpose, tell what you are good at and show your interest in the university research works.

SOP is an essay that describes the student as a person and what motivates the student to take pursue a particular program. It can do a lot to compensate for a low CGPA when it comes to applying to universities in the US. Although almost all universities in all countries ask for an SOP as part of the application, US universities consider SOP as a strong component of a student’s profile.

LORs are the ones that can boost up your profile in the evaluation of your selection in the universities. Your professors, lecturers, or academic advisors can fill this letter of recommendation supporting you and suggesting you as the right candidate to get into that university.

6. Apply

It’s time to apply once you’ve gathered enough information, chosen a program, and prepared all your application paperwork. It’s a good idea to maintain a list of application materials on hand so you don’t forget to send anything crucial.

7. Get your Visa: As an international student, you will almost always need a student visa if you’re traveling overseas for studies. The requirements and conditions of student visas differ by country.

We have attached our SOPs, a few tips for visas, a checklist for and other sample questions for the visa.

Our Sample SOPs 1 Click Here To View The Pdf

Our Sample SOPs 2 Click Here To View The Pdf

Author Credit: Satya Nikhil Ippili | Graduate student, University of Alberta
Author Credit: Manasa Avula|BE in Civil Engineering| MS in Construction Management | OSHA 30 CERTIFIED

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