Life Skills Collection: Resources for International Students

Universities in the United States and Canada are vibrant, exciting places to study, and they attract outstanding students from around the world. The book is designed to help those students - to help you. It explains the biggest issues you will face as you attend class, write papers, work in labs, and meet professors. It also answers questions you might have about living in North America, from getting health insurance to renting an apartment or buying a car. It's a practical guide to studying and living in your new location.

How can I adapt to life at an English speaking university? How can I get good grades? This book unravels the background and culture of English speaking universities. It explains how you will be expected to learn and study in universities in English speaking countries, and how you can develop your skills to excel as an independent learner. While it is important to understand how to undertake academic tasks like referencing, essay-writing and presenting information, it is also useful to be aware as to why the university requires you to do them.

This friendly, accessible guide provides international students with fifty practical 'Ways' to help them make the most of their experience overseas. Each of the fifty 'Ways' in this book is a starting point, offering suggestions of things to do and think about, alongside opportunities to reflect on, choose and commit to new ideas and actions. Spanning the whole international student journey, it will help students to recognise potential challenges, connect with other students and take action that will prepare them for life after their study abroad adventure.