What are the best countries to study abroad?

In this article, we list the best countries to study abroad to help you make your choice.

To sum up:

• The best countries in which to study abroad differ from one student to another, depending on a number of factors.
  
• The choice should be based on the quality of life, the programs available, the reputation of the host establishment and the budget available.
  
• Among the best countries in Europe in which to study are Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland.
  
• Some of the best countries to study in Asia include Hong Kong, Thailand, China, India and Japan.
  
• The United States, the United Kingdom and Australia welcome the largest number of foreign students.

Why study abroad?

Studying abroad is a huge challenge that many students choose to take on. Studying in a foreign country can be a great way to experience life as a student. Among the many benefits are the following:

• you have the opportunity to discover a foreign country and its culture;
  
• you learn to be independent and to manage your life in the best possible way;
  
• you become responsible and learn to strike a balance between duty and pleasure;
  
• you can take part in cultural exchanges with other foreign students;
  
• learn and practice new foreign languages;
  
• you gain greater self-confidence and an enriching life experience ;
  
• you can access a wider range of international career opportunities.
  

Which are the best countries in Europe in which to study abroad?

The ranking of the best countries to study abroad is based on very specific criteria. The most important of these are the number of foreign students accepted, the success rate, employability, published articles and so on. These parameters provide an indication of the quality of the teaching received and the network developed during the student’s studies.

Taking all these criteria into account, the best countries in Europe to study in include France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany and Spain. For this country, another determining factor is language. The languages used in this country are all spoken in many countries, most of which are former colonial powers.

These days, speaking a language that is commonly used in several other countries is a real advantage in the workplace and internationally. It can be the detail that gets you a job over another candidate with the same qualifications as you.

What are the best countries in Asia to study abroad?

The ranking of the best countries to study in Asia also takes into account the above-mentioned parameters. These also include the particularity of the culture and the international recognition of diplomas. These countries include China, Japan, India, Thailand and Hong Kong.

Which countries welcome the largest number of foreign students?

The number of foreign students accepted in a given location is an indicator that enables them to assess their chances of being accepted there. It also gives them an idea of students’ preferences, which may be linked to the way in which they are welcomed. Based on the figures, the countries with the highest numbers of foreign students are the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.

How do you choose your study destination?

Are you convinced that you want to study abroad? You need to take a number of factors into account to make the right choice:

• welcoming foreign students in their destination country ;
  
• the quality of the teaching provided and the reputation of the host institution;
  
• the cost of living and tuition fees ;
  
• the state of the campus ;
  
• cultural diversity ;
  
• existing infrastructures ;
  
• means of transport ;
  
• places to discover ;
  
• places to relax and have fun.
  
  

Can I study abroad during my course at Sup de Pub?

When you join Sup de Pub, you have the opportunity to study abroad during your course. At our school, however, this can be done at specific times during the course. Among other things, you can opt for :

• go abroad in the last semester of your^3rd year as part of international exchanges with countries in Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa and Asia;
  
• do a semester abroad before your^4th year and go to New York, Barcelona, Munich, San Francisco, London, Bali or Costa Rica ;
  
• one or more work placements abroad as part of an international mobility scheme.