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New School Year Preparation Guide - Tips and Ideas for Your Success Abroad!

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 You are about to start realizing your dream of studying abroad . There is no doubt that this trip will change your life a lot, so it is not surprising that you will feel some stress and anxiety, so how will you live in a strange country without your family and friends that you used to have?

Don't worry! Here's the ultimate guide to help you get through your first year abroad successfully!



1) Pack your bags in order


Before you get up to pack your bag, first think about the important things you'll need to bring with you. Therefore, do not pack your bags with things that you can easily buy in stores such as toiletries, or simple office and household items.

You can also save extra space by leaving some unnecessary clothes; Because if the weather in your new destination is not like the climate of your home country that you are used to, you will have to buy new clothes that match the weather of the new country.

Prepare your personal bag smoothly to make it easier for you to carry it on a daily basis, and do not forget to put a distinctive mark on it. It is worth noting that many universities provide a free airport pick-up and drop-off service for international students.

2) Take advantage of technology


In such a digital world, it would be very beneficial for you to upload copies of the documents and documents you will need and the music you like on cloud digital storage tools and services, so that it is easy for you to access them wherever and whenever you want. Likewise, save the numbers and data of your most important and private contacts in Google Documents or any similar online or digital software and services. It is also okay for you to keep some hard copies of the documents you need.

It is also useful to download electronic messaging applications on your mobile phone so that you can contact your family members and friends after you have access to any Wi-Fi network. We also advise you to go to the nearest technical store after your arrival to buy a local SIM card.

Do not forget to bring or buy some electrical connectors with various outlets, in order to make it easier for you to connect several electrical devices at the same time. And if the quality of the electrical outlets in the new country is completely different from the quality in your home country, you should buy an electrical transformer at the earliest opportunity so as not to damage your electronic devices.

3) Choose your accommodation carefully


Your choice of new residence will have a direct impact on your studies, your educational path, and your right to personal well-being in general. Therefore, do extensive research online before choosing your new accommodation.

In fact, your IDP advisor can help you explore available housing options, such as homestay, student hostel accommodation, rental apartments or university dormitories, and come to a decision that suits your needs and budget at the same time.

To get to know your new surroundings, manage your new home in a friendly and easy way through "open communication" with your neighbors and co-students. It is a great idea to make paper notes and stick them in a place where your colleagues, friends or neighbors can see them (such as the refrigerator or the bathroom mirror).

The truth of the matter is that the difficulty of living with different personal habits can never be overlooked, and to overcome this is essential, never be shy about agreeing with your roommates, roommates or neighbors on some clear rules and responsibilities from the start.

4) Spend your money wisely


If you are going to live in a country that is notorious for its high cost of living, you undoubtedly need to set your budget carefully from the start. You will be able to save a great deal of money by using the student travel saving cards. But before buying it, know precisely the areas of the city in which you will study and the neighborhoods in which your residence and university are located.

And most importantly, regardless of whether you have cooking experience or not, you still definitely need to learn some cooking basics because that point is a major factor in saving a good amount of money on a daily basis.

Moreover, don't go shopping whenever that idea pops into your head, it's better for you to wait for sales periods which are the best times to shop and buy your needs. It is also important to always keep a margin amount in your monthly budget to cover emergency and unplanned expenses.

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