Choosing or, moreover, finding yourself in the situation of shortly moving overseas for your A-Level qualifications or equivalent, is undoubtedly simultaneously one of the most daunting and exciting possible life experiences possible.
Continue reading for a comprehensive guide to studying sixth form abroad aimed at you, the student, to help equip you for your two years studying at an international school abroad.
Communications
Naturally, one of your main concerns will be the extent of how much you will miss your friends and family back home and also how you will cope with potential feelings of homesickness.
Depending on your destination country, it is strongly advisable to pre-purchase a ‘pay as you go’ phone and corresponding SIM card to ensure you are able to keep in close contact with your loved ones. In addition, don’t forget to purchase enough correct plug adaptors to charge and connect your phone, laptop, tablet and any other electronic device you are taking with you.
Although you will certainly be ensconced in social activities and adventures with your fellow international classmates, it may be a helpful idea to schedule a weekly or fortnightly zoom meeting with your besties to catch up on all the gossip going on back home.
Preparation For Education
Again, wholly dependent on the country where you will be studying for your sixth form qualifications, it may be necessary to purchase text and reference books in your native language for easier comprehension, especially initially.
Renowned and established international schools and colleges that do everything in their power to support, encourage and ease new foreign students into their studies will equip you with a checklist of things to bring and any required specialist equipment or clothing dependent on your chosen subjects.
Language
The more you immerse yourself in the native language of your destination country, the more intense, engaging and altogether beneficial your experience of studying abroad will be.
It would be pertinent to take an evening class in the language so as to prepare yourself with basic words, phrases and common greetings to better integrate into your new school and its surroundings. You will probably be surprised at just how much you will pick up once you arrive, as this is universally accepted to be by far the most effective way to learn.
Money
If you are planning on using your current credit or debit card abroad, it is crucial that you contact your bank prior to departure to inform them of your impending change of location and to prevent any restrictions being placed on your account.
In terms of cash, be sure that you have enough paper currency to pay for initial necessities such as refreshments and transport.
Always ensure to keep your passport, travel documents and any other important possessions in a safe and secure place for the duration of your trip and never carry anything sensitive or personal on a day trip or night out unless absolutely necessary.
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