There's nothing like the trans formative experience of
studying abroad to gain new perspectives, create fresh impressions and be
inspired by what's happening beyond your corner of the world. So what makes Singapore
so refreshingly different from other countries for a Study Abroad experience? Singapore is a
remarkable country. Known as one of the “Four Asian Tigers,” Singapore has
experienced rapid economic growth while simultaneously becoming one of the freest
economies in the world.
By
tradition, Singapore’s education system is likely to have their common roots
with the UK system. Students studying in Singapore can be sure that they will
receive not only academic excellence but also well-rounded education. To give
required practical and social support for students, many of the educational
institutions provide wide range of services such as accommodation advice and
options, counseling and orientation programmes to make the students feel right
at home.
Singapore may be small, but this densely populated
city-state is well on the way to establishing itself as a big player in the
world of higher education and research.
With a government that is committed to world-class education
as its priority, Singapore is all set to become a
'Global Schoolhouse,' offering a plethora of diverse and distinctive
educational options. Driven by its strategic location and unique political
culture, Singapore had over the years established itself as South-east Asia's
economic leader. And since no leader can ignore its education services, the
country driven by excellence, developed a broad-based curriculum and global
perspective to equip students with the relevant qualification and training that
serves as a springboard to a brighter future. The safe, cosmopolitan and
comfortable environment provided by the social, cultural, political and
economic conditions makes it the perfect destination for 'education abroad.'
USA
and Australia are considered as the main competitors for Singaporean students.
The most considerable subjects for Singaporean students are law, engineering,
life sciences, medicine and other related subjects, education, computers,
business, English and other subjects. Singapore is considered as the higher
education market with almost 65% of students pursuing undergraduate courses and
35% are pursuing postgraduate programmes. It is now considered as the
competitor of UK and US countries when it comes to oversees education.
When
one talks about Singapore, these are the things that pop up in mind: high
quality living, world class infrastructure, strong economy, lip smacking
culinary delights, shopaholic’s paradise, vivacious city life, plenty of
attractions to see, and numerous activities to do. Singapore is a cultural hub
with various ethnic groups like Chinese, Indians, Malays, and Eurasians
residing herein, quietly blending east with the west; adding color and a whole
new dimension to the cosmopolitan Singapore. However, it wasn’t without a well
planned education system that Singapore flourished and stood where it stands
even today, on a global scale; education was very much a part of it. Although
the progress was gradual, the international students’ community surely
acknowledged Singapore as one of the leading study hubs of the world.
