A year abroad is undoubtedly one of the best opportunities that is available to you during your undergraduate career. It is a privilege and an experience to be proud of and remember throughout your university and professional life.
The benefits from participating in a year abroad include:
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Developing relevant, marketable skills – problem solving, communication, patience and perseverance, determination, self-motivation, analytical and study skills
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Academic or subject related reasons – experience a different academic environment and way of teaching
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Enhanced career prospects – employers more likely to choose you with additional offerings other than just your degree
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Language and culture – opportunity to be genuinely immersed into another culture rather than just being a traveller
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Personal development – increased confidence and ability to deal with difficult situations and unfamiliar surroundings
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Contacts – build worldwide relationships that can last a lifetime and benefit you in years to come
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Fun! – 99% of students that have studied abroad say that it is the best year of their lives
Whether you are a University of Birmingham student considering a year studying outside of the UK or an incoming student considering Birmingham as your study abroad destination; a world of opportunity awaits you!
A year abroad at the University of Birmingham
Exchange student talks about her year abroad at the University of Birmingham
A year abroad in France
Exchange student from University of Birmingham talks about his year abroad in France