To go to college Ukrainian student must be a terrific External testing. This axiom know all high school and starting with 10 class all their study focused on the successful preparation and delivery External testing. If the graduate is not passed External testing or passed it bad - this year the road to the Ukrainian university is closed. As for the study abroad?
The question that must be newly formed student to continue to successfully master study at the university, usually does not arise. "Forget everything learned in school" - this phrase is heard freshmen and begins a dive into a new life. What to say about admission to a foreign university, where she has receipts procedure requires the applicant not only academic knowledge, but also a number of other essential skills.
The main differences are Ukrainian and foreign education systems and procedures, the income
First of all, it is necessary to understand the basic differences in the requirements for an applicant. Our education system is still focused mainly on theoretical knowledge. Schoolboy crams program rents testing (External testing) and on the basis of the results to go to university. In some Ukrainian universities have more creative tasks, but often, the success lies in the thorough knowledge of the desired program.
Admission to a foreign university suggests not only excellent knowledge of the subjects. Applicant must already be able to use their knowledge to apply them in practice, and it is a set of qualities and skills that can not be learned in a couple of sleepless nights over textbooks. Upon admission to a foreign university commission checks student readiness for further study. To enroll in the university abroad, the document of surrender External testing is not needed.
filingin Ukraine is carried out in July, when the opening campaign will start, abroad as roughly a year or six months before admission. For admission in any university academic performance required - knowledge. However, when applying to a foreign university student showing their performance over the past three years, which means that a good student, always.
Moreover, nuances of admission They may significantly differ depending on the country, and the features of the university, especially when it comes to foreign students. Also, there are two tasks, which are rare in Ukrainian universities:
Prepare cover letter.Student must be clearly understood why he chose a profession and it is this institution and write a short essay about it. Do not be amiss to describe their achievement in their chosen field. Especially prized social contribution, charities, volunteering. The foreign universities are waiting for students who already know what they want and are able to plan how to achieve this.
Passage of the interview.Familiarity with potential students as a compulsory part of the proceeds. Applicant must be able to carry on a conversation, and to argue coherently express thoughts, to present their achievements. Preparation for this stage should be paid special attention, as even geeks and honors often lack the ability to communicate.
The best of the best. Top universities want their students learn best. If the applicant won at the Olympics in his own country or abroad, and participated in various academic activities, participated in the conference - is undoubtedly an advantage. The advantage is also sporting achievements. In addition, if the student has been involved in social projects, he has been a volunteer, doing research in the school, led the school newspaper or was president of the school - it will certainly be an advantage. In addition, well, if a prospective student can show that an internship during the summer holidays in the profession of their dreams, or traveled in specialized camps.
Achievements, social activity and the desire to work show that the applicant is able to learn to be a leader and knows how to achieve goals.
The necessary skills that are not taught textbooksIt will be useful not only in foreign universities, but also for studying in Ukraine and future professional activities.
- Interpersonal skills and presentation. In order to competently engage in dialogue, to submit their thoughts, the student must have the social skills, and it is to learn how to communicate with people and not be afraid of it. The foreign university the student will certainly encounter with students from many other countries, and tend to work in a multicultural team. The ability to find a common language and common ground, it will be extremely useful skill.
- languages. leading university student world and the future professional needs to know at least one or two languages. Possession of additional languages, allow the student to not only communicate more freely in the international team, but also give the opportunity to become a specialist in the market of a particular country or region.
- Systems thinking. Another key skill that will certainly come in handy when entering and further training - is the ability to think systematically and holistically perceive information. That is, the student is taught not just to perform some particular job, but to understand why it is necessary and what is part of his job. This skill will give future students the ability to manage several projects at once and easily switch from one type of task to another, while controlling all the accompanying processes. Systems thinking allows you to respond quickly to any changes and are not afraid to make important decisions quickly. This skill also implies an understanding of how different areas of contact to create a common product: medicine and nanotechnology, construction and ecology, science and art, etc.
- Creativity. Creativity - this is a skill that, in an era of high technology is no substitute for a computer, why it is so highly prized. Thinking outside the box - it's what we need now is not only in the creative professions, but also in all spheres.
- Ethics, tolerance and respect.These are qualities that are not only appreciated, but are an absolute must have for the student, who decided to study abroad. They help to understand the new rules of conduct, respect the traditions of other students of other countries. Moreover, all the tasks necessary to perform based on the concepts of caring for the environment, the values of different cultures and countries.
Prepare your own or with educational partner
By entering the student can prepare yourself, or do you choose an educational partner that will help acquire the necessary skills and prepare for entrance. It is important to come to this decision in advance and not at the last moment on the eve of exams.
Educational Partner:
- consult, conduct an interview, test and determine - whether the child is ready in principle to independent living and studying abroad.
- prepare for exams in foreign languages.
- psychologically prepare the student for interviews and will adapt to the new system of education.
- run for cover letter and portfolio (competitions, summer camps, public works, sports, and others.)
- determine the missing skills and reach their development plan.
The path to the dream. To enter the desired university is necessary to remember about the dream, to begin preparations for the delivery of language examinations, choosing a summer program, Internship search now that dream has come true!
