Homestay during study abroad!

If you are the one who wants to study abroad and become an international citizen by learning about new cultures and making friends from all over the world, homestay could be your best step forward.

Homestay helps you immerse in the culture, instant friendship and an opportunity to polish your language skills. Homestays are pre-approved accommodation by the university and provides you an instant home away from home with an opportunity of getting an all-encompassing experience.

Homestay is usually in a family setting where you are expected to ensure best conduct and also make sure that you do not invade their privacy in any way. The host explains the house rules and you must follow them. They are experienced hosts and are aware of privacy needs of their guests and make effort to make them feel comfortable as in most cases this is their livelihood.

When applying for homestay you can pen down your preferences about the host family and living arrangements. Once that is done the accommodation staff will revert back with options and details enabling you to make a selection.

When you do choose homestay you must also remember that this may entail restrictions with respect to their house rules. However when it comes to learning, cultural familiarity, unique experiences and lasting relationships, this will be your best decision.

You must keep in mind that some families expect that you seek their permission or at least inform them when going out with friends or call them if you plan to return later than usual. Living in a foreign culture, as well as with a new family, takes time and effort.

So you do tend to lose some of your independence compared to when you live in the halls of residence or any other independent accommodation.

So if you are planning to study abroad and need more information, please click here and get yourself a free eligibility assessment.