Moving abroad to study can be extremely exciting! You may encounter a new culture, make new friends, and study something that excites you. However, studying can also come with its challenges: homesickness, juggling work and assignments and managing your mental health. Whether you’ve just arrived and are settling in or are a couple of few years into your course, there are certain areas of your life to take care of your wellbeing as a student.
Relationships
Since you move to a new place, you will be exposed to many new people at university, from tutors and lecturers to fellow students, and develop connections that may well extend beyond your days on campus. Whether new or established, the people in your life can have a profound impact on your well-being as a student.
Make a point of maintaining your relationships with friends and family back home no matter how confusing the time difference is — they form the basis for your support network.
Finances
There are many costs associated with a university education aside from the obvious tuition fees, and textbooks. Depending on where you live, the cost of living will vary for things like rent, bills, transport, and sometimes groceries.
Staying on top of your finances is key, as failure to do so can cause significant stress at a time when earning substantial money in a hurry is challenging. Being fiscally savvy and sticking to a budget is a good strategy for avoiding these types of scenarios.
Finding a balance
Outside of all the socializing that university entails, you need to make time for study — it’s easy to fall behind while you’re still making the adjustment to a new life. Equally, you need to factor in employment – many students take up part-time jobs to make ends meet, and striking the balance between work, study, and time for yourself is key to maintaining your wellbeing as a student.
Physical health
Staying active and productive is an easy way to boost your mood and relieve stress. Playing a team sport, working out at the gym, or picking up a new hobby will be a big help for your general health and can help improve your self-esteem and confidence.
Self-worth
With such a big change in moving countries and starting a course, how you view yourself may change at university, and if that shift is negative you can be in for a tough time. Surrounding yourself with supportive people is ideal in these scenarios, as having someone to talk to is integral to your overall care and wellbeing as a student.
Mental health
Mental health issues can be amplified in the university environment, especially for first-year students.
If you find yourself struggling, don’t be afraid to reach out for professional help. Your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) covers visits to a general practitioner, which should be your first step to getting help.
For crisis support, suicide prevention, and mental health support services across Australia, call Lifeline on 131 114.
To find out how we can help you with your Website + Marketing, using our unique location marketing platform called Top4, get in touch today at www.top4marketing.com
Looking to build customer loyalty through social media? Don’t forget to add your business to Top4.global
List your business, create your own digital store to sell goods and services, and share posts on social media. Promote your business on Google instantly! Should you need help with local digital marketing then view our new Google Marketing Platform and services Top4 Marketing
Get Found On Google Promote Your Website, Reach local customers today!
Our Digital Marketing Agency Services Across All Industries Include Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Google Marketing, Website Design, Corporate Web Development, and local location-based marketing using our own Google Marketing Platform!
Engage A Social Media Agency For Only 1/3 The Cost Of Employing A Social Media Manager…LET’S TALK!