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Benefits of Student Exchange

Educational

  

·         International learning and knowledge propels students towards acceptance and understanding of an array of different cultural and community perspectives.

·         Language acquisition is achieved through practical immersion.

·         Awareness and adoption of alternative, multi-faceted approaches to learning.

·         Analytical and problem solving skills.

·         Enhanced interest in global issues as well as a broader general knowledge. 

Personal

·         Self-development and awareness leading to enhanced self-confidence and self-esteem. This is often the most noticeable change in returned exchange students.

·         Maturity and social poise, fuelled by the necessity to confront challenges outside a familiar support network and comfort zone.

·         Integration into another family as well as the development of life-long friendships, fostering an appreciation of home and family.

·         A tremendous sense of accomplishment upon completion encourages students to develop independent opinions, make informed decisions and strive to attain fresh goals. 

Long-Term

·         Students who go on to tertiary studies find themselves more comfortable in ‘foreign’ environments.

·         Prospective employers in almost every field look favorably upon experience gained while living overseas and knowledge obtained of another language and culture.

·         Increased pressure to communicate and relate to others develops an awareness of group dynamics and personal sensitivity towards others.

·         Successful program completion represents an excellent measure of personal flexibility, encompassing an ability to reach compromise, focus and succeed through challenging times.