The Challenges of Studying Abroad

With the development of society and economy, the number of overseas students continues to grow. This is good for both the country and the students in terms of promoting mutual understanding and reciprocal learning. Nevertheless, some difficult challenges come along with this trend.

The first problem overseas students would encounter is language barrier, which is obviously the major source of stress. They have to spend much energy mastering a foreign language. Even if they’ ve already learned it, it is still challenging to fully understand what foreigners talk about due to the unfamiliarity of cultural background and social conventions. Second, another problem faced by overseas students is security accident. In recent years, news about overseas students being murdered, robbed and kidnapped can often be seen on the Internet. In some developed countries, natives barely hide their prejudice against foreigners and some right-wing extremists or racists even bear grudge against Asian people. Last but not least, students have to undertake all the housework by themselves, while it is usually done by their parents when they are at home. They have to face the challenge of living independently.

As for me, I believe studying abroad is beneficial despite its hardships. Because in this way students can broaden their horizons and improve their ability to be independent.