The cost of studying abroad can end up being high. To mitigate this, many universities offer scholarships or some form of financial support for students. However, whether you have a scholarship or not, managing your budget efficiently is always a crucial part of being a student.

Here are 10 budgeting tips I’ve found useful during my time studying in London, which may help you navigate your own finances as an international student.

Applying for a postgraduate degree at a top institution might feel like something you want to do in secret, lest you face rejection from your top choices. Unfortunately, the fact that you need to ask for references means that you can’t quite be as secretive as you might like. 

The prospect of applying to universities in the US can feel pretty dauting. 

When you’re trying to do multiple tasks at once, it can feel like you are being productive. But flitting between tasks is a recipe for disaster. Successfully completing a task often comes when taking one task at a time. 

From a young age, I had been driven by a desire to effect meaningful change within marginalised communities, so I moved to Australia to pursue a BA in psychology initially, and then chose to stay for my master’s degree in social work.

The University of Queensland stood out to me for its prestigious academic environment. The hands-on approach to learning within the course, coupled with the opportunity to engage directly with diverse communities, was the highlight of my degrees.

As an undergraduate student, you are probably thinking that the last three or four years at university have just flown by. You have been working, studying, burning the midnight oil, partying and generally having the best time of your life.

Why did I choose to study abroad? 

I chose to study in Australia because it was relatively close to my home in Singapore, which meant I was able to embrace a new culture while still feeling connected to my hometown. I was drawn to Australia’s dedication to sustainability and combating climate change, as well as its emphasis on work-life balance. 

It’s easy to forget about exams amid the buzz of attending classes, participating in extracurricular clubs and working part-time jobs. However, spending just one hour each week preparing for exams can lighten the workload during exam season.

Here are some tips for preparing for your exams during the semester so there is no need to cram in 200 pages of notes in one week.

While women still remain underrepresented in many STEM subjects, there are many reasons why women should choose to pursue STEM-related degrees and career paths. 

Based on my experience of studying STEM, here are some things I’ve learnt about pursuing a STEM degree as a woman. 

Today, few shifts in technological advancement hold as much promise and potential as the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). The rapid and extraordinary advancement we are seeing in this field provides huge opportunities to accelerate human progress, boost scientific discovery and improve the lives of people all around the world.