As a university student, you might have some concerns about money and how you’ll be able to fund your studies and the wider university experience – especially in today’s climate.

High levels of money worries can affect both your physical and mental health; and studying for a degree can be stressful enough without the added panic of how you’re going to afford university supplies, accommodation and food.

There are many benefits to studying abroad and it’s something more and more students are choosing to do. While it may seem daunting to move to another country, often without your family and support network, the skills and experiences you’ll gain will be worth it.

You’ll be able to travel, meet new people and gain lots of qualities that employers will value when you come to apply for jobs. Here are five reasons why you should study abroad.

Dasha Yakusheva is a Ukrainian student studying communication and media at Erasmus University Rotterdam. As someone who has experienced the housing system in the Netherlands, she shares her top tips to help you find your own accommodation. 

Wisconsin is situated in the US Midwest. It borders Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois and Michigan, as well as two Great Lakes.

The state is home to a number of thriving industries, from manufacturing to entertainment, as well as a good balance of city and country and a number of respected universities. Given that living costs in Wisconsin are slightly lower than those in other US states, it’s a good choice for students.

A variety of outdoor activities are on offer in this area, including fishing, skiing, hiking and water sports.

I remember my first holiday season away from home. I was 22 and had just moved to Peru as part of a two-year volunteer programme. Though I was staying with a host family and had a beautiful experience of celebrating traditional Peruvian customs with them, part of me still missed my own family.  

Healthcare in the United States is very different from systems in other countries as there is no national or universal healthcare system that international students can access.  

Anyone who needs health insurance in the US must choose from individual private care providers and the plans they have on offer. International students will need to research health insurance options before they begin their studies in the US so that they are covered as soon as they arrive. 

Whatever subject you are studying, you will need to include references any time you use ideas or quotes from previous research and books in your essays, papers, reports or assignments.

What is referencing?

Referencing is when we include where we got our sources in our writing. By including references, you can support your ideas and ensure you don’t plagiarise (claim someone else’s idea or words as your own).

There are lots of referencing styles, but most include:

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政府与业界的通力合作，实现英国高等教育国际化

英国国际贸易部和英国教育部联合发布的《国际教育战略2021年更新》指出，到2030年，在英国学习的国际高等教育学生数量将增加到每年60万人次。英国政府部门在积极与高等教育界携手提高国际留学生申请、学习和就业的体验。2020 年底，英国政府宣布了一项新的国际交流计划，即“图灵计划” (Turing Scheme)。该计划以数学家艾伦 ·图灵 (Alan Turing) 的名字命名，为包括留学生在内的英国大学生、中小学学生提供海外学习和培训的机会。对此，英国政府从2021年9月开始，每年拨款1亿英镑，资助三万五千名在英国学校读书的学生，特别是弱势群体学生。

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顶尖教育

作为著名的科研强国，英国高等学府悠久的历史和全球顶尖的科研探索帮助学生获得卓越的研究经验。全英162所高校均严格遵循英国政府关于高等教育质量的标准要求，切实保障学生能享受最好的教育、配套服务和教学资源。卓越的教育水平使英国成为了众多国际学生最喜欢的留学目的地，也让英国始终立于全球科研巅峰。