Each year Australia welcomes just under a half a million international students into its universities, high schools, vocational institutions, ELICOS colleges and other higher educational institutions.
No one doubts that studying in a new environment, especially a new country and often in a different language can be an enormous challenge.
Cultural and Academic adjustment can take time. Remember, you have spent a great deal of money to be here, more than likely it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. The best way to experience a new culture and ultimately get the most out of your studies and time in Australia is to GET OUT THERE AND EXPERIENCE IT!!!
Join Clubs
Most tertiary institutions will have nationality clubs, sport clubs, book clubs and other social clubs. Joining these is a great way to make new friends and feel part of a community.
Study Groups
Joining a study group can be a very effective way of keeping your motivation high during the stressful times. Join a group in your faculty or with others from your own nationality. Alternatively you can book group tuition with Better English, not only will this help your English level (and is cheaper than individual tuition) but it is a good & social way to keep the studying interesting and boost your confidence with English.
Make a Study plan
Study plans are a great way to keep track of what you are doing, what you need to do and how keep it in perspective. Remember this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. A clear plan can not only keep you focused and give you a better chance at being successful in the long term, but it can help keep stress levels in check and motivate you by planning breaks and social events into your working week. If you don’t have any experience in making study plans contact Better English and one of our representatives will get back to you with some ideas or a quote.
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