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Whether you’re a native English language speaker or speak English as a second language, if you’ve got your heart set on studying an English-taught master’s abroad there are plenty of destinations where you can do just that – and no, we aren’t talking about the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa.
In recent years, the number of international universities offering English-taught master’s degrees across Europe has risen dramatically – particularly in social science and business-related subjects. So what can you expect from studying abroad in English in a country where English isn’t the first language?
For starters, you won’t be living in an English language bubble and you’ll experience a whole new culture (and language)
Yes, your studies will mean you’ll be communicating and collaborating with your classmates and professors in English and you’ll probably find yourself using English to catch up with friends on study breaks. It can be a real comfort to know you can study abroad without having to worry about language barriers in the classroom.
But beyond your university’s campus walls, there’s a whole new culture and language to experience.
In Europe, Italy is one of the most popular study abroad destinations – and it’s not hard to see why either as it’s held in high regard for its academic excellence, rich history and cultural heritage, world-renowned cuisine, beautiful scenery and architecture, as well as its friendly locals.
Living in Italy will help you learn the local language and acclimatize to the Italian way of life – so you’d do well to at least learn the basics. You never know when you might need it – and your small efforts won’t go unnoticed by the locals should you want to make a good impression.
It might be challenging to start with, but you’ll soon sharpen your language skills as you learn to navigate two, if not three languages simultaneously if English isn’t your first language and neither is the local language.
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