Having the chance to receive a higher education in one of the world's best universities is something I've always yearned for. I'm one of the lucky ones who received an offer from UCL to study Stats and Management for Business. I can alrdy imagine what a beautiful experience it would be if i were to accept this offer. UCL is in the very heart of the capital in central London. It would def be a cosmopolitan and diverse place to study and live. Life there would not be just about studying for a degree but also about exploring different cultures and developing a global and multi-dimensional perspective. I could even tour Europe with my friends during breaks / find my friends who are going other UK unis during the weekends. I could learn to be more independent, living overseas for 3 years alone w/o my parents' protective shields. "Life there is much slower and studies is less stressful. I would have so much time to pursue what i love." "I would come back with a degree that differentiates me from the other biz grads." However, it also means that my parents have to fork out 200-300k for a bachelor degree becoz no scholarship and I have to bear with missing them like hell for 3 years.
Studying local
All of the 3 local unis (ntu nus smu) offer biz degree that's very recognised in Singapore. I could opt to stay in hall for the 1st year which also provides a diverse community and allow me to be independent. "Local unis would give students the chance to go abroad." This sojourn overseas lasts for a few months which is not too long not too short just enough for me to gain an overseas exposure and have the chance to compare and contrast the different edu systems. Studying local would def be more stressful but that's also what prepares me for the real world which is indeed super competitive. Studying local also allows me to have a wider local network since i'm going to work in Sin eventually. Also, if i really want a whole year round overseas education I can choose to read masters overseas. By then i would be more mature and clearer of what i want. Makes sense too???
Ok actually I'm in a huge ass dilemma, cher calls it a "happy problem". One of the hardest decisions ever this is a heavy heavy load on my chest. I'm blessed with friends and family whom i can share my problem with and who gave me really useful advises. For this i am super super thankful. I know eventually it all boils down to my own decision and i have to be clear about what i really want. 1 month count down hq pls be less confused.
Studying local
All of the 3 local unis (ntu nus smu) offer biz degree that's very recognised in Singapore. I could opt to stay in hall for the 1st year which also provides a diverse community and allow me to be independent. "Local unis would give students the chance to go abroad." This sojourn overseas lasts for a few months which is not too long not too short just enough for me to gain an overseas exposure and have the chance to compare and contrast the different edu systems. Studying local would def be more stressful but that's also what prepares me for the real world which is indeed super competitive. Studying local also allows me to have a wider local network since i'm going to work in Sin eventually. Also, if i really want a whole year round overseas education I can choose to read masters overseas. By then i would be more mature and clearer of what i want. Makes sense too???
Ok actually I'm in a huge ass dilemma, cher calls it a "happy problem". One of the hardest decisions ever this is a heavy heavy load on my chest. I'm blessed with friends and family whom i can share my problem with and who gave me really useful advises. For this i am super super thankful. I know eventually it all boils down to my own decision and i have to be clear about what i really want. 1 month count down hq pls be less confused.
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