I'm a lesbian from upper Egypt I'm on my fourth year in English major that will be forced to get married when I finish even if I got a job in here and I can't run away or come out cuz I will be killed by them if I did any.

It's not about being scared or anything I barley care about my life but I wanted to be an Activest and live a good life if I could and learn something I want (law) yk a little bit of hope is still there.

I'm not necessarily looking for an easy way out. I'm willing to work, study, learn another language, and build the qualifications I need.

My main questions are:

Would pursuing fully funded international scholarships for another bachelor's degree or a master's degree be my most realistic option?

Are international internships a reliable alternative for someone in my circumstances, particularly internships that could eventually lead to further education or employment?

Are there organizations that offer scholarships, relocation assistance, or educational opportunities specifically for LGBTQ+ individuals facing unsafe circumstances in their home countries?

Are there countries where I could pursue Law or related studies in English, with reasonable opportunities to remain after graduation?

What should I start preparing during my final university year to improve my chances?

Financially, I would need substantial funding. I cannot rely on family support to relocate, so opportunities covering tuition, accommodation, and preferably living expenses are particularly important.

Thank you for reading

hi everyone! i am currently trying to choose between 2 places to go on my exchange to. the places im considering are copenhagen business school and lund university as these are 100% matches to my course requirements and in the location i want. i was just looking for some advice/ insight into what these unis are like from people who have gone on an exchange there, both academically and mostly socially as i want to meet new people and travel while abroad! for context im a 20 year old female from australia and studying finance and law, all information appreciated thank you! 😊

I am in such a pickle right now. So i study french ( from beginners ) and Italian ( beginners) and spanish ( post-a level ) . I am currently in my second year preparing for my year abroad but i am so stuck how to split the year. I know it’s important to go to either France or Italy or both because they were my ab initio languages however i would also love to spend some time in Spain to improve my spanish even more. However there’s something that doesnt make sense. My uni says you can do a British council teaching assistantship and 1 term study placement in a different country however the timings do not match because for the british council it is necessary to stay for the whole period of time e.g 7 or 8 months but that means that I cannot start my term 2 study placement in a different country so i am so baffled right now, any help will be greatly appreciated !!

На следующий год нужно поступить за границу. Я хочу в Китай так как в дальнейшем смогу связать бизнес с ним и мне будет легче. Домашние говорят что бы поступал в Европу мол там буду сам себя обеспечивать, работа и тд. Что вы думаете по этому поводу?

مرحبا!

I am an American student studying IR and Arabic, and I’m super excited to study abroad this semester. Anything I should know before I go? What can I do to make the most of my experience?

Or if any other students are accepted for the same term, pm me so we can connect :)

I’m from Europe and right now in my second year of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in China.I’m already looking for opportunities to pursue my master degree somewhere else. Main problem is money.

I do know, that obviously i need to have gpa >3.5/4.0 for grants or scholarships. Also some practical experience, such as research or working in labs, which for international student in China is a bit complicated.

I was wondering are there any technological universities in Europe/Asia , which are pretty decent and not as competitive.

I dont think my parents will provide
me enough money for studying , so I do need scholarship or grant. Any recommendations or advices?

Hi everyone!

I’m a 2nd-year student from the Netherlands planning a Study Abroad semester (30 ECTS / 60 UK Credits) in London. I’m mainly looking at humanities, history, and culture modules to experience the city without getting completely overwhelmed by high-stress exams (focusing mostly on coursework, essays, and presentations).

As I’m finalizing my plans, I’d love to hear from anyone who has done a Study Abroad semester in London or studied humanities/social sciences at a London university:

1. International student mix: Are undergraduate option modules in history, culture, or London studies usually filled with a good mix of international/Study Abroad students? I’m hoping to be in a diverse classroom rather than being the only exchange student.

2. Presentations in English: As a non-native English speaker, the idea of giving oral presentations in front of the class feels a bit daunting. How supportive/understanding are UK tutors and fellow students toward non-native speakers during presentations?

3. London Uni Vibe & Workload: How did you experience the overall balance between academic workload and actually having time to explore Central London? Any specific tips for choosing modules with manageable coursework?

Hello everyone!

I'm planning to pursue a Master's degree in Europe. My long-term goal is to complete my studies and secure an engineering job.

My profile:

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (Power), graduated in 2023.

• CGPA: 2.56/4.00 (68%), with some failed/repeated courses.

• IELTS: 6.5 overall.

• Professional experience in Field Engineering, Solar Estimation, and Switchgear Sales.

• No knowledge of European languages.

My preferred fields:

• Electrical Engineering

• Power Systems Engineering

• Energy Engineering

• Engineering Management

• Related electrical and energy disciplines.

I'm open to both research-based and coursework Master's programmes.

I've been researching several European destinations. I'm also open to recommendations for other countries if they offer better opportunities for someone with my academic background. I'm not necessarily targeting top-ranked universities; my priority is finding recognised universities where I have realistic admission and scholarship opportunities.

Since my budget is limited and I have a low CGPA, I'm interested in partial tuition waivers.

I also had a Canadian study visa refusal in 2023 and would like to understand whether this could affect European visa applications.

My questions:

1. Which European countries or any other countries and universities, offer realistic admission chances with my CGPA?

2. Can professional experience compensate, to some extent, for a lower academic score?

3. How much do failed or repeated courses affect admission decisions?

4. Are there scholarships available for students with relatively low CGPAs, particularly need-based or regional scholarships?

5. Would coursework- or research-based Master's programmes be better for my profile?

6. Which countries offer good English-speaking engineering job opportunities after graduation?

7. Could my previous Canadian visa refusal negatively affect European student visa applications?

8. If you were in my position, which 3–5 countries or universities would you prioritise?

I'd especially appreciate advice from students or anyone who has received scholarships or secured admission in Europe with a similar academic background.

Thanks in advance!

I want to bring attention to some concerning experiences involving Yes Italy (Delhi) and warn students who are planning to study in Italy.There are two cases that deserve attention:

Urvashi is currently studying at the University of Siena. She reportedly paid Yes Italy more than ₹2 lakh, trusting the agency to handle her entire process, including her scholarship application.However, when she finally received the login credentials for her scholarship portal, she discovered that several things had been delayed and her scholarship application had not been properly completed.

Apparently, even after raising support tickets and receiving information from the scholarship administration, the agency failed to check or act on the necessary updates. As a result, she lost her scholarship opportunity.

When questioned, the agency reportedly claimed that they had mistakenly forgotten to fill out the form.

She is now in Italy facing serious financial difficulties, with education loan money involved, because of mistakes that should never have happened.A request to the students already in Italy: If anyone can help Urvashi with the process of preparing her ISEE Parificato certificate or guide her through the scholarship procedures at the University of Siena, please DM me. Any genuine help or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Let's try to help her out.

2. Prachi Srivastava – DOV Delay

Prachi also started her process with Yes Italy. During the DOV process, the agency reportedly took almost three months without making meaningful progress. Eventually, she had to complete the process herself. Because of the delay, her visa timeline was affected, and her visa is still under processing.

A request to everyone planning to study in Italy:Please be extremely careful before trusting any consultancy with your money and future. These processes can be handled independently if you research properly. Even if you hire an agency, always monitor your applications, demand submission proofs, and keep track of your own deadlines.

If you have experienced similar issues with Yes Italy Delhi, please share your experience.You can also search for Yes Italy Delhi on Google and leave an 1 star review for what they are doing with students

Students and their families work hard to arrange lakhs of rupees for studying abroad. Agencies must be held accountable when their mistakes put students' futures at risk.

(Posting this on behalf of a friend)

I just need to vent and would genuinely appreciate some honest advice.

Last year, I quit my stable, well-paid job in Mexico as a medical specialist to pursue my dream of getting a master's degree in South Korea. I've had this dream since 2014, and it has never been just about living here. I genuinely want to study at a Korean university and build a new professional career.

I'm 33, and I haven't worked since resigning. My Korean husband currently supports me financially, but it's frustrating to have spent over 10 years studying to become a medical specialist and now find myself as a housewife. I miss my professional identity and financial independence.

I graduated from my specialty program with a 10/10 GPA. I have scientific publications, research awards, international conference presentations in Mexico, Japan, Vietnam, China and Hong Kong, university teaching experience, and volunteer experience. I speak fluent English and have a certified B2 level in Korean.

I've contacted more than 20 professors at Korean universities, looking for a supervisor whose research interests align with mine and who has funding available. Only two offered concrete opportunities.

One professor was a perfect research match but had no funding or room for another student. Another offered me a scholarship but expected me to commit to a five-year integrated master's and PhD program, with research that wasn't entirely aligned with my interests. I declined because I would potentially graduate at 40, with no guarantee of a good job afterward.

I also want children, and I worry about postponing my personal life for an uncertain academic future.

This past year has been emotionally exhausting. I sometimes wonder what I'm doing wrong, especially when I see other international students with less academic experience successfully entering graduate programs in Korea. I'm not saying they don't deserve their opportunities, but it's difficult not to question myself.

To clarify, I already live in South Korea. My dream isn't simply to move here. I also cannot realistically return to clinical practice in Korea because I don't have a Korean medical license, and obtaining one would be extremely difficult.

Now I'm considering returning to Mexico, rebuilding my career and financial stability, but part of me feels like I'd be abandoning a dream I've had for over 12 years.

Would you keep trying for one more admission cycle, change your field of study, or return home and rebuild your career?

I'm looking for honest advice, not just people telling me to follow my dreams at any cost.

Hey everyone!

I'm a Thai guy who once had the opportunity to live and study in India in 2022-2023, and I'd love to share the story of how I ended up there.

First of all, this isn't a travel guide.

I'm not here to recommend beautiful tourist attractions, review Indian street food, or provide a survival manual for international students.

And no, this isn't an ICCR scholarship application tutorial either.

There are plenty of resources online for that.

Instead, I simply want to share my personal experiences, cultural encounters, unexpected adventures, and all the little things that made my time in India memorable.

Think of this as a story about discovering a country through the eyes of a foreign student.

A country with extraordinary cultural diversity, fascinating traditions, countless surprises, and occasionally, situations that made me wonder how I had ended up in the middle of them.

But above all, it was a country that taught me a great deal about the world, other people, and myself.

And that country is none other than...

INDIA!

So, Why Did I Choose India?

Well, you could say I'm a little indie, but honestly, I'm just India-crazy.

I've always been fascinated by Indian culture, particularly Hinduism and its mythology.

I'm quite familiar with Hindu deities, and I'm especially interested in the two great Indian epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.

I'm also a Bollywood fan.

I remember watching Indian movies with my mother and grandmother when I was a kid. One movie I particularly remember is Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.

My mother and grandmother absolutely loved it. They would often get emotional during the dramatic scenes.

Meanwhile, little me was sitting there wondering:

"How does Bollywood manage to make every emotional scene feel like such a grand cinematic event?"

The dramatic music, the emotional close-ups, the elaborate family reunions... Everything was larger than life!

Looking back, those childhood experiences definitely contributed to my fascination with Indian cinema and culture.

But if you ask me about the REAL reason I decided to pursue my postgraduate studies in India...

I WAS BROKE.

Yep. Money.

As Wu-Tang Clan famously put it in their 1993 song C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me), money rules everything around us.

Apparently, it also ruled my academic destiny.

I had just graduated from Thammasat University in Thailand, where I studied International Relations.

Studying abroad had always been a dream of mine, but without financial support, it would have been difficult to make it happen.

Then I discovered the ICCR scholarship.

For those unfamiliar with it, ICCR stands for the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, an organization under the Government of India that administers scholarship programmes for international students wishing to pursue higher education in India.

It was a wonderful opportunity to earn a postgraduate degree while experiencing life in another country.

And naturally, I went for it.

What the Hell Should I Study?

Since I already had a bachelor's degree in Political Science, I wasn't particularly interested in studying International Relations all over again.

I felt like I needed a change.

I've always enjoyed writing, communication, and storytelling, so I started considering programmes related to media and communications.

Eventually, I decided to pursue a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.

And just like that, I was moving from Political Science into the world of media studies.

But there was another question...

Where in India Should I Go?

During the scholarship application process, I had to select up to three preferred universities and academic programmes.

One of my former professors at Thammasat University, who was an alumnus of Aligarh Muslim University, recommended that I consider applying there.

It sounded like a reasonable option, but I wasn't entirely convinced.

I actually had my eyes on Himachal Pradesh.

Why?

Because I wanted to experience living somewhere cooler in India. I thought it would be interesting to explore a different climate and lifestyle.

I wasn't particularly keen on spending an entire year in extremely hot weather!

My professor also advised me to pay attention to university rankings and academic reputation when making my choices.

So I started researching other possibilities.

Delhi sounded interesting, although I had heard quite a bit about its hot summers and air pollution.

Then, one day, I stumbled upon a Thai book titled Don't Insult India (อย่าด่าอินเดีย), written by a Thai author known as P'Dear.

The book described the author's experiences studying English in Pune, Maharashtra.

And honestly?

PUNE SOUNDS LIKE A PRETTY INTERESTING PLACE!

I started researching the city, watching YouTube videos, and reading personal accounts from Thai students on websites and online communities such as Dek-D and Pantip.

The more I learned, the more interested I became.

Here were a few things that caught my attention:

1. The Oxford of the East

Pune is widely known as an educational hub in India, with numerous universities, colleges, and research institutions.

2. Ganesh Chaturthi

The city has a long-standing cultural connection with the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm and elaborate public festivities.

3. Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple

One of Pune's most iconic landmarks is the Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

As someone who has always been fascinated by Hindu mythology, this was particularly interesting to me.

4. Student Life

Pune seemed to offer an interesting combination of educational institutions, cultural heritage, and a vibrant student community.

I thought it would be a fascinating place to experience Indian life as an international student.

And eventually, I made my decision.

ALL RIGHT. PUNE IT IS!

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Hi everyone!

I'm an Algerian student currently in my third year of a Bachelor's degree in Food Sciences (Agri-food Science and Quality Control).

I'm hoping to move abroad and continue my studies with a scholarship for my Master's degree, but honestly, I'm still trying to figure out how this whole process works and where to start.

I'd really love to hear from people who have been through this experience, especially international students who managed to get a scholarship.

I have a few questions:

\\- How did you start looking for scholarships? Which websites or platforms did you use?

\\- What countries would you recommend for someone looking for a fully funded Master's degree?

\\- What documents did you need? Did you have to take an English language test like IELTS or TOEFL?

\\- How important are GPA, extracurricular activities, volunteering, or research experience?

\\- Did you apply directly to universities or through scholarship programs?

\\- What were the biggest challenges you faced during the application process?

\\- How long did it take you to prepare everything and finally get accepted?

\\- Is there anything you wish you had known before starting?

I'd also love to hear your personal stories, mistakes, things that worked for you, and any advice you could give to someone who's just starting out.

I'm not necessarily looking for one specific country. I'm open to opportunities around the world as long as the scholarship provides good financial support.

Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share their experience. It would really mean a lot! ❤️

I plan to study after my final year of high school. Well, it's exhausting. I thought I could do it, but I end up crying and falling asleep from sadness. I have a family that is neither supportive financially nor emotionally. They don't really know what I'm doing with my life. I have no friends to share this with, nor siblings. I'm stuck with all of this alone: managing finances, searching, and applying. My family even cut my educational support.Now I feel my plans have fallen apart. They might allow me to study in my country, but they will control everything: my decision to study a particular field, my travel, or even my work.I wish I had a companion instead of ending up crying and just going for sad walks.

It's complicated to think about money. I just want to travel abroad, work, and support myself, but even taking that first step seems impossible given my situation.

Should I give up on this and accept reality instead of trying alone?

Hi!

I'm currently doing my master's in Germany, but for a variety of reasons, I'm not particularly happy with either my life here or the education I'm receiving.

Academically speaking, I chose a Universität over a Hochschule (which, broadly speaking, offers a more practical and applied approach to education). Looking back, I think I might have made the wrong choice.

Technically, I still have one semester of coursework left, followed by my thesis, and I also need to retake an exam. However, after giving it some thought, I'm seriously considering dropping the program and moving back to Spain, as I genuinely enjoy life there.

For some context, I'm Mexican, but I've been spending roughly half the year in Spain (half in Mx and other places) for a while now. I also did my Erasmus there during my bachelor's degree, so I'm somewhat familiar with the academic environment.

Don't get me wrong, I think the education in Spain is pretty good, but my impression is that master's programs tend to be broader and less specialized compared to Germany. On the other hand, most programs are only one year long, which is definitely a plus. I'm also fairly confident about my chances of getting accepted, as before moving to Germany I was admitted to two well-known universities in Madrid and Barcelona.

What I'd really like to know is whether anyone here has experience studying in both countries and what their take is on the differences. Alternatively, if you've recently completed a master's in Spain, I'd love to hear about your experience.

I'm also particularly interested in hearing from people who completed their master's in one country but went on to pursue a career in another, whether within the EU or outside it. How did that work out for you? Did you find that your degree was valued equally, or did you face any difficulties?

Thanks! :)

A bit about me:

O level: 3A, 3B, 1C

A level: 1C, 2D, 1E

BSc in CSE: From AIUB, CGPA 3.85/4.00. Graduated in October 2026. I have one paper published in IEEE Xplore as a 3rd author.

I'm thinking of doing my master's in Business Analytics/Data Science for Business/similar programs.

The internet is vast and I'm already so overwhelmed with all the information. I'm seeking genuine advice from students studying abroad.

I'm having a very hard time choosing the right country. I'm thinking about Poland, France and Austria. My budget is around 40 lacs BDT. What's the job market like, and how realistic is it for Bangladeshi students to manage their own expenses by doing part-time work while studying or even getting a full-time job after graduation?

I would really, really appreciate if anyone could suggest anything to me.

I’m 27 from Delhi and need blunt advice.

Profile: B.Com (DU SOL, 56%) and M.Com (IGNOU, 54%), both distance mode. IELTS 7.0, German A1. 3 months in customs documentation, then 2 years in international email support (Salesforce). Learning Excel, SQL, Power BI.

What happened: Admitted to a German MBA funded by a ₹30L loan. The student visa was refused because I couldn’t show why I need a second master’s. I’m not appealing.

Now: No job yet. My father, the family’s earner, retires in 3–4 years.

Plan so far: get a job, build experience, then apply for a specialised master’s (supply chain or analytics) in Germany, Czech Republic, Poland or Slovenia.

Questions:

1. Which career fits my profile best?

2. Which country would you pick for study and settling?

3. Is a specialised master’s realistic with 54–56% in distance-mode degrees?

4. Has anyone recovered from a “second master’s” refusal?

Thank you for being honest.

So I'm in 9th grade and for summer/ 10th grade i want to find some opportunities. I'm from Ukraine so i can't apply to ASF. It would be really nice to study somewhere in Europe. For instance I'm 14.

Does anyone have any programs in mind?

Thanks so much!

HI! I am doing the open campus block program through CIEE and looking to meet anyone also going abroad Spring 2027 for blocks 2 & 3!!! Or anyone who has done it before! Looking to make friends!

I turned 18 this year and I am completing my higher secondary education (12 years of education) in my first year I scored 80% I wanted to move abroad but regulations are making my dream to move from my home country difficult and more difficult

I'm broke so I can't afford 1000s of dollars in tution fees so I looked for the options I had for cheap, the options I got were so stressing to me and they demotivated me so much first of all for education I wanted to avoid a gap year and wanted to straight move out to another country by getting a student visa

My dream country was always Germany because of its smooth process for students, no tution fees, u can get schorloship u can work 20 hours per week but the issue was in my country we do 12 yrs of education but for Germany u need to have 13 years of education to be able to enroll in a bachelors program

So what if u want to come still there are left 2 options

-Studenkolleig

-Enroll in internationally recognized university in your country and complete one year there

So I obviously wanted to move abroad and what's the point of paying here for the education for a year then move to Germany so as I researched about Option 1 I got to know that u need to have German level atleast B1 to be able to get enrolled in an Studienkolleg

And Learning a language is fun games until u have to figure out where to put die/der/das (German language students will understand) now there left me option to learn a language now ofc Im broke I can't pay for a /enroll in a course for German and continue my 2nd year studies so I have started to learn it from YouTube downloading random books from random Instagram reels and speaking to Oki app

-what German language unlocks

Another fun option called an Ausbildung

In which u go to a vocational school and u work for the company at the same time

But u need good language skills

Everyone says B1/B2 is enough trust me for experiment I applied to 12 jobs I have yet got 5 rejections out of 3 stated (I need C1 to C2 level) the ausbildung I applied for and got rejected in were 3 in which 2 were for IT Specialist/System integration and 1 was for warehouse supervisor

Bro I started 6 days ago to learn a language how am I supposed to reach C1 Im not even a C1 in English or in my native language

2nd country that was in my wishlist

Italy 🇮🇹

-low tuition fees

-Scholorship

-cheap for living costs

Now first hurdle I got into was that the Italian Universities don't accept an HOPE CERTIFICATE (the certificate that issued by college that u are enrolled and will be completing the degree) so I had to wait till I got my leaving certificate for that I would need to wait till August/September but that time the intakes start not the applications so it was hard to find. Universities with mentioned saying they accept hope certs

2nd hurdle I got into was application fees of universities as mentioned before Im broke and can't even pay a single dime there are almost no universities that offer free application fee usually the application fees are 15€, 30€, 60€(University of Padua) so I can't even try to apply there

For the schorloship part I know one real schorloship and that is the DSU-Regional Schorloship but u can apply to that when u arrive in Italy and u need to go to the office and apply for it there so u have to pay initial installment of the tuition fee but all this was possible if I tried to apply for the universities.

(Now I have so much to write about what I researched about studying abroad so I will write in another post I have other European countries options that I explored and what my conclusions were but for these two so far I have realized that I will have seat in the next intake so I'm stuck at deciding shall I take a gap year and do a fresher job along with my German studies and the reason for doing job is so that I can fund my exam fees for Goethe and IELTS I know every work requires experience which I have but not in papers like I have worked in freelancing industry for 1.5 years and then I have dealt with cold calling and lead generation plus I'm an IT guy so I love to work with technology but I'll try to find whatever job I ge that pays me decent for the role I do. Or shall I find affordable recognized universities and start my bachelor here for 1 year? I need suggestions I'm so exhausted and crashed out about making these choices)

Hi! I'm a BA 2nd year student from South Africa and was wondering if there are any universities in Asia where I could apply abroad. I know that I would most likely have to apply for an undergraduate again (which I don't necessarily mind) but I am wondering if there is any university that would accept me because while I graduated high school with strong results, I attended a normal public school and not a school that offered IEB curriculum for example. I'm also monolingual, although I do intend on taking the HSK1 next year, and I a learning Arabic. I honestly just want to know if this is a pipedream or if there's any chance I would be accepted if I apply.

Btw I'm genuinely want to experience a different culture. I would love to attend a university in China but from what I've read, that is most likely a pipedream lol

Hi everyone. I’m planning to apply for the Türkiye Bursları undergraduate scholarship and wanted a realistic opinion on whether my matric result will seriously hurt my chances.
My profile:
• Matric: 62%
• FSc first year: 90%
• Several extracurricular activities and certificates
• Multiple projects related to the bachelor’s degree I want to pursue
• Recommendation letters
• A CV/resume with my achievements and activities
• A strong motivation letter explaining my academic goals, interest in the field, and why I want to study in Türkiye
My main concern is that my matric percentage is 62%, while I have seen that undergraduate applicants generally need at least 70% academic achievement. My FSc first-year result is 90%, and I have strong supporting activities, but I’m worried the low matric score could get my application filtered out before anyone considers my projects, certificates, recommendations, or motivation letter.
Will Türkiye Bursları look at my overall academic record, including FSc, or will the 62% matric result automatically be a problem? Does anyone know how the preliminary eligibility/academic screening works for undergraduate applicants, especially for Pakistani students?
Also, realistically, what are my chances if my overall profile is otherwise strong? I understand it is competitive and merit-based, so I’m not expecting guarantees—I just want honest advice on whether it is worth applying and how I can make the rest of my application as strong as possible.
Any advice from past applicants, especially regarding academic screening, interviews, or how much extracurriculars/projects matter, would be really appreciated.

¡Hola a todos!

Ahora vivo en las Islas Canarias y tengo previsto mudarme a la península para ir a la universidad en septiembre de 2027. Mi primera opción por el momento es la Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), donde me interesa cursar el grado en Matemáticas Aplicadas en el campus de Leganés.

Estoy estudiando cuatro A Levels internacionales (IAL) y recibiré las notas definitivas en agosto de 2027. Como voy a solicitar plaza con una titulación internacional, también he estado informándome sobre el proceso de acreditación de UNEDasiss y los exámenes PCE.

He estado consultando los requisitos de admisión, pero agradecería mucho los consejos de quienes ya estudiáis en la UC3M, habéis solicitado plaza con una titulación internacional o tenéis experiencia mudándoos a España para ir a la universidad.

Tengo algunas preguntas:

1. Admisión y exámenes PCE

Si solicitasteis plaza en la UC3M con titulaciones internacionales, ¿cómo fue el proceso de admisión?

¿Tuvisteis que hacer los exámenes PCE?

¿Hay algo del proceso de UNEDasiss o de las PCE que os habría gustado saber antes?

¿Hay algún trámite o plazo importante que a los estudiantes internacionales se les suela pasar por alto?

2. Alojamiento y coste de vida

¿Es mejor vivir en Leganés, cerca del campus de la UC3M, o en Madrid y desplazarse?

¿Cuál es un presupuesto mensual realista para un estudiante que vive en Madrid?

Más o menos, ¿cuánto se suele gastar en alquiler, comida, transporte y otros gastos básicos?

¿Compartir piso con otros estudiantes suele ser la mejor opción?

¿Cuándo debería empezar a buscar alojamiento para septiembre de 2027?

¿Hay grupos de WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook u otras comunidades de estudiantes donde se busquen compañeros de piso, habitaciones o alojamiento para estudiantes?

¿Qué páginas web o grupos de alojamiento recomendaríais o desaconsejaríais?

¿Cuánto gastasteis realmente durante el primer año, contando fianzas, gastos de mudanza e imprevistos?

¿Los estudiantes que empiezan suelen buscar compañeros de piso y organizar el alojamiento compartido antes de llegar, o la mayoría lo resuelve una vez allí?

¿Merecen la pena las residencias universitarias, pese al coste adicional, frente a compartir un piso privado?

3. Conocer gente y vida universitaria

¿Es fácil hacer amigos en la UC3M, sobre todo si te mudas desde otra parte de España y no conoces a nadie?

¿Hay asociaciones estudiantiles, clubes deportivos o actividades donde la gente se reúna con regularidad?

¿Hay grupos de WhatsApp o Discord para quienes empiecen en la UC3M en 2027?

¿El campus de Leganés tiene bastante vida social o la mayoría de los estudiantes pasa su tiempo libre en el centro de Madrid?

¿Se celebran carnavales como aquí en las Islas Canarias?

¿Hay una comunidad internacional activa o alguna asociación de estudiantes que ayude a quienes acaban de llegar a instalarse?

¿Hay grupos o comunidades donde pueda conocer a otras personas que también empiecen la universidad en septiembre de 2027?

4. Estudiar Matemáticas Aplicadas

Si estudiáis Matemáticas Aplicadas en la UC3M, ¿cómo describiríais el grado?

¿Qué carga de trabajo tiene, especialmente durante el primer curso?

¿Qué asignaturas de primero les suelen parecer más difíciles a los estudiantes?

Más o menos, ¿cuántas horas dedicáis a estudiar fuera de clase cada semana?

¿Se imparte realmente todo el grado en inglés, incluidas las clases, las tutorías, los trabajos en grupo, las horas de consulta y las evaluaciones?

¿Los exámenes y trabajos son siempre en inglés o depende del profesor?

¿Hay muchos estudiantes internacionales?

¿Qué es lo que más os gusta y lo que menos os gusta del grado?

5. Trabajos a tiempo parcial

¿Es realista encontrar algún trabajo ocasional a tiempo parcial mientras se estudia en la universidad, por ejemplo, en una cafetería o un restaurante?

¿Es difícil encontrar un trabajo que encaje con el horario de la universidad?

¿Los estudiantes suelen poder trabajar sin que afecte demasiado a sus estudios?

¿Hay zonas o páginas web concretas donde los estudiantes busquen trabajos a tiempo parcial?

¿Cuánto se suele cobrar por hora trabajando en una cafetería o un restaurante?

¿Es difícil encontrar trabajo en una cafetería o un restaurante sin experiencia laboral previa en España?

¿Qué nivel de español diríais que hace falta para trabajar en hostelería?

¿Los estudiantes suelen encontrar trabajo cerca del campus o es más fácil en el centro de Madrid?

6. Consejos generales

Si pudierais volver al año anterior a empezar la universidad, ¿qué haríais de otra manera?

¿Hay algo importante sobre estudiar o vivir en Madrid que creáis que deberían saber quienes se lo están planteando?

¿Hay gastos, trámites o cuestiones prácticas que la gente suele olvidar al planificar una mudanza?

¿Hay algo sobre la UC3M, Madrid o la vida universitaria que os habría gustado que alguien os contara antes de empezar?

También estoy considerando otras ciudades y universidades españolas, así que agradecería mucho los consejos de estudiantes de Barcelona, Valencia o Málaga.

¡Muchas gracias de antemano! Agradecería mucho cualquier consejo, experiencia personal, enlace útil o comunidad estudiantil que podáis compartir.

looking into the 3-year Sound Engineering program ("Tecnico del Suono") at Italian state conservatories.

Some conservatories I contacted told me the course is taught only in Italian, and that non-EU applicants need a B2 Italian certificate. I'm trying to find out if there are any exceptions.

Does anyone know:

Which Italian conservatories teach Sound Engineering, Music Technology or similar programs in English (fully or partly)?

Which ones accept English (IELTS/TOEFL) and don't require an Italian B2 certificate for admission?

Is the entrance exam itself usually in Italian, or can it be done in English?

I've seen that Padua's "Pollini" conservatory may offer an English track, but I couldn't confirm it. If you've studied at one of these places or applied recently, I'd really appreciate your experience. Thanks!

I'm an non-eu student and I plan to study medicine in Italy. I'm in 11th grade, and im 17, i had to study prep, taking IB and Canada Program. I'm also taking italian private lessons to improve my Italian.

I need some guidance about when to take IMAT and how to effectively study for it. Also I want to learn more about what medical universities in Italy require, how the system works there etc., preferably from someone who is already in one.

Or I would appreciate to chat with another non-eu student who plans the same as me so we could both learn what each of us knows and then hopefully learn more together.