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Getting Started in Grad School: 5.1 Studying Abroad

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In this video, international students describe the challenges of adjusting to a new country and a new academic culture. Watch the video, then consider the reflection questions that follow.
 


Source: Studying abroad: culture shock by INTO Study

  • Have you lived in or travelled to a different country before?
    • If so, what did you learn from those experiences?
    • If not, what would you expect to learn from such an experience?
  • How would you describe your university experience up to now?
  • What expectations do you have about studying at a Canadian university?