Introduction

Most parents, high school students and children remain both anxious and excited in the name of foreign education. The feelings, emotions along with mental and physical strength are required to move to a new country and adapt to its culture, environment, customs , language etc.

All of this is very natural. As a parent you would want your child to be independent and self reliant. Safety , travel and progress are always concerning .

You would definitely be looking for ways in which the child can easily get admission in one of the universities abroad and settle easily without complexities.

This article would act as a guide for what you are looking for as a parent, student or an eager person.

Before the skills development we will first focus on the topic

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CHILD TO STUDY

ABROAD WITHOUT ANY KIND OF PRESSURE

Try to build a to-do list so that nothing is left or skipped . This might be a stressful process but with step by step planning and being calm you can prepare your child to fulfill the dream.

Open discussions between parents and child

1. Best education preparation :

   Living up to the foreign Academic requirements should be the main goal. It will help your child reach the academic goal smoothly .All of this should include the foreign language command and expertise and special expertise in those subjects which the country demands . Be ensured the child is standing in the same boat as for what is required.

2. Research together

    A detailed overview of the process and   research of what Is the overall requirement while moving to a new foreign country should be always in mind . This will help you gather all needed information, update

3. self independence

   Since children especially in India are more reliant on their parents for most of their tasks they should now be focused on doing things on their own and be more dependent on themselves as this will help them in the long run. This is an example of how pretending can lead to realism.

4. Financial planning

   This can be really tricky and pressuring to both parents and children. Parents need to plan according to what the University needs and what the child needs in his day to day life in another country. Scholarships and grants may be very helpful for those with lack of sufficient resources but Children need to well aware of money value , budget and financial independence.

LIST OF IMPORTANT SKILLS WHICH WILL HELP YOUR CHILD TO GET ADMISSION IN A FOREIGN UNIVERSITY

note – below suggestions are commonly talked about and may vary from country to university. You may choose what is suitable.

1) language

This is the most important skill which you just cannot miss . No second thoughts on this. The country where you want to study the culture and University where you have to be you need communication to survive.

Learning a language; reading, writing, speaking, etc. in that country is necessary for survival and success. Since everyone would be in that language commandment including teachers one needs to take command of the other language.

2) Adaptability

Teaching schools and universities vary from country to country and each of their environments might be different.

They frequently used a variety of education systems based on affordability, class and expertise .

Students need to manage this based on what they are from and what they really need to learn. This difference should always be kept in mind.

Learning how to adapt to different teaching styles , tools , Friends , environment etc is useful when things shift.

3) Critical thinking

Logical, analytical, practical, creative and extreme in depth thinking or students of a higher level are always given importance everywhere and they are always in demand.

Since international schools and universities focus on different teaching styles, techniques,tools and technology, critical thinking is the most important skill which will be the need of the hour.

Questions, answers, doubting and re aligning beliefs is what will let you go beyond what is understood in life and  international University.

4)worldly view or global perspective

Difference in views ,beliefs, and thoughts is what the international University demands so that children can think in a bigger perspective on learning from each other , their culture and different complexities which they face.This thing may start in their classroom and go beyond it. Some children may take information as it is and accept it and some may doubt it . Diversification leads to acceptance of different worlds and a global acceptance of difference in beings is learnt.

5) Digital literacy

 Being Digitally literate is now in the most demand. This is the most  basic thing now which a child can do .

Handling different software, digital apps , tools , and devices is now the most important skill which every child should learn.

Some countries may be more digitally advanced than usual and networks Also differ in their strength.

Being Digitally literate may not be a whole skill since being in a new country may take a turn in teaching you more on how to be digitally more literate and advanced.

Since the advent of technology it has been doing better in the educational field especially for University students in tracking their attendance and providing private digital learning apps , software,tools , devices. The world of education which may revolve online for the children is beneficial in various ways .

 Some projects require the use of multimedia so as to add more innovation in education systems .

Creativity is never compromised in being a techy.

6) Leadership quality

Learning to build a team , powerful team building skills , motivating university mates and people around from different cultures and communities . Learning to understand and adapt according to people around and then leading a path is a sure shot skill which every one looks for. This quality should be encouraged by the parents to their children since this quality is  helpful everywhere around the world.

A leader is a person of diverse skills and strongest in mindset.

7) A creative talent/ extra curricular activity

A skill of any kind which involves creativity, sports , dancing, painting or any activity which may make you diverse and known in the University is necessary.

This may also make you stand out somehow which may depend on the university  you’re in .

This activity is a great way to engage with people around and make friends  who support you with your international journey.

A group of like minded people who are pursuing the same interests are always helpful.

8)Time management skills and organisation

Allotment of time to different chores in daily life is a skill which may be helpful throughout life.

Time slots devoted to different types of activities which occur in daily life will also help you to achieve the goal which you have planned.

A time to study, to engage with extra curricular activities, developing a skill, friends hangout etc. all of this can be done in a day if abided by time.

Organization of different stuff and home and daily personal items when living alone is a life skill which can be a savior in need.

Conclusion

A motivated student with a plan to fulfill their dreams with their parents’ support can achieve to be in a foreign university which is a dream of many .

Building oneself according to the country and University requirements requires patience and discipline .

 The above article discusses basic skill sets suitable for common people. Diversifications of all kinds  in countries and universities need to be checked from time to time.

All the best!