1. Studying abroad

2. Why is studying abroad becoming more popular? British Council survey shows that a third of British students would be interested in studying abroad- as part or for the whole of their degree. Exploring different cultures- fun travelling Value of languages, enhanced c.v. Competitive costs Germany average £4200 pa Some subjects easier to access abroad- medicine particularly Courses becoming more accessible- in English!!

3. Snags! Finance- outside British loan system In EU to access loans you need residential qualifications which you won’t meet! USA and Australia is expensive Being away from home- will you cope? Language.

4. Popular destinations Anglophone countries USA, Australia Canada European countries – France Germany Netherlands, Czech Republic, Italy More and more courses available in English Fees vary widely, most paid upfront, scholarships available

5. Maastricht Netherlands Fees cheaper All students who meet entrance criteria accepted….. But you have to maintain standards through out the course or you are asked to leave Problem solving approach to learning rather than lectures. High employment record Challenging to live abroad Maastricht university independentindependent

6. Erasmus A scheme where you study in Europe for a year erasmusprogramme.com Check your university course is willing to let you do this

7. Where to find out more Going to America- fulbrightfulbright An organisation that helps you find out more about studying abroad astar future astar future thecompleteuniversityguide Britishcouncil www.studyoverseas.com

8. Contact - csexton@wgsb.org.ukcsexton@wgsb.org.uk