Europe
As many as 24 European countries are conscious that there is a need to ensure that their local skilled workforce is maintained and developed through education. In addition, they also need to attract an educated, smart and skilled workforce from other countries enabling them to counteract the decline in their working population and provide for their ageing segment of the population.
And therein lies the good news for International students that are looking for options to gain work experience after their course completion. Countries such as Germany France, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Denmark, and others have set up a policy framework to attract International students. The Government funded universities all have typically low tuition fees. In many countries, at the end of the study programmes, students have the option to stay back for a defined period, for example, France allows students to stay back for a year to find jobs, provided these are in the skill shortage areas.
University of Bologna is one of oldest dating back to 1088 followed by University of Paris and then of course there other universities such as Oxford and Cambridge that followed in the 11th and 12th centuries. The Scandinavian countries are also well-known for their education. The first universities like Uppsala and Lund came up in 1425. Austria and Germany had technology universities very early on in 16th and 17th centuries.
While university of Delaware(USA) in the 1920’s may be accredited for the first study abroad programme, in reality, it was a Dutchman Emo of Friesland who went to study at Oxford in 1190 that paved the way for the centuries to come. The study abroad programmes have since developed to offer to students the complete international experience and exchange schemes whereby students can go and study in other countries for one or two semesters.
The study abroad schemes help students gain a great deal of confidence, and develop the ability to interact in different languages enabling them to have a wider global experience. While the tution fees are low, there are also scholarships on offer. One of the well-known and sought after scholarships is the Erasmus scholarship that is named after a Dutch scholar, who was known for his radical views. The scholarship is one that allows students to study in three countries to enable them to transcend the borders and develop a better understanding of the different nationalities as well as the diversity of the cultural experience.
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Poland
The growing number of international students in Poland is a trend that has already had a major impact on the development of the country’s higher education. It also raises the question of what makes Poland an increasingly popular destination. The high quality of education is a result of Poland’s European traditions and standards, as well as its highly qualified academic staff. Another contributing factor is Poland’s model for the student-university relationship, which allows for a degree of flexibility and freedom in shaping the curriculum (such as the choice of specialization after the students’ first semester, optional courses, the choice of education modules, Erasmus+ student exchanges and studying abroad at a partner university). All of these factors contribute to Polish university graduates gaining employ.
Poland has friendly national society. international students pointed to the fact that despite some inevitable cultural differences they experienced sympathy and kindness from local residents. Modern Poland is relatively homogeneous, but its multicultural traditions and the increasing number of foreigners who settle there make international visitors feel at home.
Mentoring programmes and senior student networks at Polish universities help newly arrived students adapt quickly to living and studying in Poland. As a result, students can integrate well while newcomers and senior students get acquainted and build friendships.
According to Poland’s international students, it is not only the country’s universities’ infrastructures (such as their student accommodation, classrooms with multimedia resources and well-equipped labs), but also its cities’ infrastructures that make Poland an attractive place to study. At a relatively low cost, students have access to city bicycle networks, car-sharing systems and public transport. Another popular feature that students mentioned is the variety of restaurants offering cuisine from all over the world. In 2016, American College Magazine published its list of the top 10 student-friendly cities in Europe and Lublin was one of them.
Another big factor is that Compared with Western Europe, Poland is competitive in terms of its cost of living, which makes it attractive for foreign investors and students alike. For example, monthly accommodation fees vary from €70-100 (dormitory) to €120-150 (per room in a shared students’ apartment). Monthly food expenses range from €70-90.
Poland has many areas of natural beauty, such as the Mazury Lake District and the Tatra Mountains, green areas, nature reserves, natural monuments and forests, all of which make the country an appealing place to both study and settle.
These are some factors combine to make Poland increasingly attractive for a growing number of international students who prioritise the quality of education and the service they receive and decide to study there.
Germany
Germany is a popular destination for international students. The high standards of German universities allow students to develop contacts, expand their knowledge and refine their skills for their chosen career paths at the early stage of studying As well as all this, there is so much for students to do while in Germany – whether its visiting historical landmarks, exploring nature or sampling the local cuisine
Germany offers education at its public universities for generally small tuition fees, and sometimes none. Each term or semester, international students are charged a small fee ranging from €100 to €300 and an administration fee, which is about €50. However, some universities do charge non-European Union students tuition fees, but these are usually still cheaper than other countries.
However, if you choose a programme at a private institution, you will be charged tuition fees just like students from the rest of europe
Whether your university course requires you to speak German or not, the ability to speak the language is a benefit when studying in Germany. Many people do speak some English; however, you will find it easier to immerse yourself in the country if you know entry-level vocabulary. Many universities offer lessons for international students, and you can also learn with a private tutor or online
Accommodation in Germany can be quite different from student accommodation in other countries. Not all universities provide student accommodation, so it is common for students to live in private accommodation alone or to share with other students.
It is common for international students to stay in temporary accommodation when they arrive. These include hostels, hotels and guest houses. This option allows students to begin their studies while they view the private accommodation nearby to select their permanent residence.
France
France plans to invite 20,000 Indian students in the country by the year 2025, Approximately 65,000 immigrants from India currently reside in France. However, because French is the language of instruction at French institutions and colleges, France is frequently not a chosen location for Indian students. Students must therefore demonstrate their grasp of the language. It is a requirement for international students to take French language exams.
Its noteworthy that students who want to enroll in an international degree program—a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program—might not be required to take a French language test. In these courses, English is frequently used as the teaching language. However, exams in the English language - such as the TOEFL or IELTS - may be necessary to enroll in a degree programe in English.
The typical annual tuition for bachelors programmes is roughly ₹13,500 (€170), around ₹50,000 (€620) for engineering degrees and around ₹36,000 (€450) for medical degrees. The average annual fee for a Masters degree is around ₹21,000 (€260).