Each year, close to 300,000 American students study abroad. But did you know that many of these students go on to become famous authors, actors, musicians, and even presidents? Here is a list of some of the most famous people who studied abroad during either high school or college. Some of them might really surprise you! 1. President Bill Clinton President Bill Clinton, perhaps one of the most well-liked but controversial U.S.
Do you have a strong interest to teach students in a university? Then read on about what it takes to be a good lecturer… Engage from the beginning The first five minutes of your lecturer provides a golden opportunity to get your students to sit up and pay attention. Start with the obvious, introduce yourself, explain your objectives for the lecture and outline the learning outcomes. If you begin with great passion and enthusiasm then your
Eduardo Lazzarotto studied for six months at the University of Beijing during his undergraduate degree in Brazil. He then did a Masters at LSE in the UK and is now Head of Sales at a major software development company in London, managing a team of salespeople based all over the world. He credits his time studying abroad for equipping him with the skills he uses in his day-to-day job. We spoke to Eduardo to find out more about his study experience and how
Rights to a wage An intern’s rights depend on their employment status. If an intern is classed as a worker, then they’re normally due the National Minimum Wage in that country. Internships are sometimes referred to as ‘work placements’ or ‘work experience’. These terms have no legal status on their own though. The rights they have depend on the employment status and whether they’re classed as a worker, volunteer or
Find out what the international graduate job market in Asia is like. We spoke to Zainab Malik from Education Intelligence at the British Council about graduate job opportunities in Asia and visa options for international students who wish to remain in the country after completing their studies. Watch the video below from our Google Hangout with the British Council (there’s also a quick summary after the video). ·Early planning —Learn how a
Lian Zhang attended Barcelona GSE in Spain, studying a Health Economics and Policy MA. She graduated in 2012 and now works as a Health Economic Specialist at Shanghai Centennial Scientific Co. Ltd. Below she shares her inspiration; what it’s like to work abroad; and how a MA degree has prepared her for her future in Economics . What or who first inspired you to pursue Economics? ‘When I was at
When choosing the right course for you, it’s easy to focus too much on the time you’ll spend studying, and not enough time on what comes afterwards. For instance, when you graduate, will this qualification help you find a career in the sector you’re interested in? International students, in the eyes of employers, boast a range of qualities which domestic students can find difficult to demonstrate in an interview process. This is great news if you
Every generation sees old roles phased out or become more niche, while others replace them as technology and society evolves. While many young people follow in the footsteps of their parents and their careers, this isn’t always possible. Meanwhile the most recent economic crisis of 2008 saw mass unemployment and many graduates struggling to get that first step on the career ladder (something which wouldn’t have been a problem a few years prior). Students
