Commentary: Even as universities close lecture halls and go online, studying abroad is still the dream

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In a post-COVID world, Singaporeans considering an overseas education will likely be more discerning about where they apply to, says an observer.

It is unlikely that other countries, particularly those popular with Singaporean students, will impose sweeping restrictions like those that America did.

Despite having travelled extensively, she found it trying to adjust to a new culture with few friendly faces to count on. A university student wears her mortar hat following her graduation ceremony from the School of Commerce at the University of Sydney in Australia, Apr 22, 2016. With the pandemic likely to cause the worst recession since the Great Depression, most countries would be focused on channelling any available employment opportunities to citizens.

These programmes are significantly more affordable than traditional degree programmes, and allow students to complete the course at their own pace, making them particularly popular with mature learners juggling work and family. With the increased proliferation of online learning spurred by COVID-19, a campus-based overseas higher education will only remain attractive at elite institutions.PERKS OF GOING TO ELITE SCHOOLS

 

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