A dramatic 59% of young people revealed they want to study abroad as they will receive a better education and more recognisable degrees in a recent survey released on June 23 by educational portal EasyUni.

Students want to study overseas

Only 21% believed that they have real chances for good internships or to hone their practical skills at universities.

Many of the 41% that opted to study locally only chose local universities because of affordable tuition. More importantly, 79.6% of them said they would switch to study abroad if opportunities arose.

38% of people who chose to study abroad said they trusted the education quality standards and 36% believe they would have more chances to gain experience.

Over 19% said they wanted to study abroad in order to get more recognisable and valuable degrees which will make job hunting easier.

Many have to prepare for difficulties while trying to adapt to drastic changes in cultures, languages and environments in other countries.

Talking about obstacles that are preventing people from pursuing an overseas course, 37% said they had difficulties in searching for information about the cost of living and course fees how to enrol, courses and support policies.

A lack of information on career guidance also affected many people's decision. 52% said high tuition and living expenses made them reluctant to go abroad.

According to the survey, 31% said they had gone to educational and counselling centres for information while 29% searched educational portals.

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