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University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages studying abroad outweigh the disadvantages?

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Many university students routinely study in other institutes around the world as part of their
degrees
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degree
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Although
 students will often struggle with cultural and linguistic challenges while studying abroad, they will gain significant life experiences that will benefit them later on in their careers. In my opinion,
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the positive points
 of studying overseas are more despite the challenges they will face. The greatest benefit of studying in other countries is that students will have life experiences that will improve themselves as people that would have been
otherwise
 impossible if they have studied in their own nations. Because the quality of education in foreign countries is more likely to be higher and is linked to better practical opportunities
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which enhances their knowledge.
For example
, my friend went to Canada for higher study
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he learnt practical experiments which is not possible in own country.
Consequently
, studying in foreign land helps people to learn skills which are necessary to achieve their goals in life.
In contrast
, the main challenges that students will face while overseas will usually stem from cultural and linguistic differences. These differences create obstacles for people as they require
person
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a person
people
the person
 to move beyond the familiar culture which can be scary.
For instance
, while studying in
USA
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the USA
, I found it difficult to comprehend their language and traditions. I felt embarrassed
of not
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of, not
 to speak English like native speakers. In conclusion, studying overseas has become incredibly popular.
However
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students will experience social and language barriers, but these barriers lead to their personal growth.
Therefore
, it makes the exposure of studying abroad more advantageous than disadvantageous.
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