3 Things You Should Do to Make Full Use of Your Overseas Education Stint

As the Singaporean dollar appeared strong against the Australian one over the last few years, more and more Singaporean students gained means to study abroad in Australia. A study conducted by The New Paper reveals that overseas education has seen a significant rise in popularity in Singapore, despite the emergence of local tertiary education options.

On the other hand, IDP Singapore’s data show that more than 2800 Singaporean students obtained Australian student visa last year. The number of Singaporeans studying in Australian cities is so high that even locals have become familiar with our accent.

Unless you are on a scholarship, studying abroad may cost you a bit of cash. Is it worth the cost? Yes, but only if you make full use of it!

Here are the things that you can do while studying overseas:

Get a part-time job

Australian student visa gives you the right to work part-time during semesters and full-time during semester breaks. You can use it as an advantage, as you will earn money to afford your expenses and gain some work experience. In fact, the lowest paying jobs in Australia can be much higher than what you would make in Singapore.

For example, if you choose to study in Australia, your minimum wage will be AUD18.23 per hour, which means you can earn around $20 per hour in a part-time job as a grocery bagger or retail assistant.

Grab the chance to intern

The latest survey reveals that 7 out of 10 Singapore millennials are willing to work overseas. Getting an internship will be easy as you can go for in-person interviews and will be studying at an institution that is familiar to potential employers.

Even if you want to come back home after completing your degree, don’t forget to experience working life in the country you are studying. Overseas work experience is very sought-after in Singapore job market, and you will learn a lot from working in a different work environment.

Keep an eye on career opportunities

Many Singaporeans tell themselves they are going to move back after graduation, and focus only on their studies and having fun with their friends.

Even if you are planning to come back, don’t become blind to career opportunities. Seize any opportunity to talk to your professors about career options in your field of study, attend job fairs, and explore internships in different areas.

As you may someday find, Singapore is a small country where options might be limited, and working overseas for a few years can be a smart option. What’s more, working abroad is getting harder for us Singaporeans these days, so do not waste an opportunity when you see one.

So these are top three things that can help you make most of your study abroad experience. To know more about an Australian or New Zealand University, visa process, scholarship etc., you can meet an expert education consultant at AECC Global.

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