5 Best Tips to Make the Most of Your Study Abroad Experience in the Exeter UK

Exeter is a small city in southwest England with about 127,000 people. It’s the home of the University of Exeter, which currently has 20,000 students enrolled. One of the things that makes Exeter different from other student cities is its size. Students make up a substantial proportion of the population, and it’s often called a ‘student city’ because of this. Exeter has a great student scene with plenty of fascinating things to do which makes it an excellent place to live and study.

Moving away from home can be daunting, but it’s also exciting. For any student moving abroad, Exeter is a perfect place to live and study. It's also a unique experience that not many get to have. There will be unique challenges, and you will learn so much more about yourself and the world that you live in along the way.

A study abroad program can be an invaluable learning experience, allowing you to explore a new country, engage with different cultures and even continue your studies. To make the most of the opportunity, we’ve compiled a few of the lessons we’ve learned from students who have been through it.

The needful research

After you’ve been accepted to an exchange program, it’s worth investigating the country. Being a little familiar with the customs and culture will help you feel more comfortable in your new environment, and it can be helpful to know some things before you go. For example, if you will be staying with a host family, find out their rules ahead of time. You can discuss the semester requirements with your advisor or professors before you go. These are important things to keep in mind: health insurance, budget planning, homestay arrangements, and weather. Also, make sure to review the airport pickup information before your flight leaves.

Book your accommodation in advance

Finding accommodations can be difficult when you are moving to a new place. You don’t want to end up renting a place that is too expensive, or worse, or runs out of vacancies. To avoid these problems, it is important to start looking for housing in advance. There are short-term living arrangements if you are staying less than three months, and the University of Exeter has an online accommodation search engine where you can find listings of houses and flats available in Exeter and all over the UK. Or you can visit University Living for the best off-campus accommodations in Exeter such as The Depot Exeter, Central Living Exeter, and The kingfisher Exeter.

Indulge in the local culture

As an international student studying abroad, it is important to find ways to understand your new culture. This can be done by either learning the local language or by immersing yourself in other aspects of the culture: books, movies, food, and music. Find out who the prominent leaders of the country are, as well as current events in the community. Get to know the most popular singers and actors. That way, you will feel more connected with your new home and be able to make a few small talk conversations with people.

Start Socializing

You should attend some of the events hosted by the university, such as the welcome dinner. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and experience what the corporate culture is like. Don’t go to every event though, choose wisely. Don’t forget to book group trips and other activities with your friends if you want to do them. I cannot stress how important it is to attend events hosted by your course mentors and module convenors once you’re here in Ubereats. They are the best way to socialize with your cohort.

Study hard

It's easy to get caught up in the culture of your country, but don't lose sight of the reason why you are abroad in the first place. There are times when you're busy, homesick, or just don't want to study at all. Keep your head up, and dive right in! It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and if you take advantage of it, you'll benefit from this opportunity for years.

International students planning to study abroad will face challenges like any other student. However, studying abroad is not easy and at times can be very difficult to deal with. That’s why you have help from university advisors, friends, and family. The mistakes are small details when considering all the amazing experiences that you will have when studying abroad in this great country. But it’s important to prepare before anything else. The tips above will help you make the most out of your time in the UK.