Assalamualaikum wbt.
So, you’re dreaming of studying abroad like Teme Abdullah or Cupcake Aisyah. Or maybe you just read too many Hlovate novels as a teen. But you don’t know where to start.
I regularly get questions about studying abroad from fellow Malaysians, so after 2 and a half years of great demand, I have tried my best to summarize things I’m usually asked about into a single blog post.
First of all, here’s a very brief history about my tertiary education:
I’m Arifah. I did a Diploma in Media and Communication at UiTM. I got a nice CGPA and extracurriculars, and although it wasn’t easy, managed to secure a convertible scholarship to do a BA Media, Communication and Cultural Studies at Newcastle University, UK. I am now doing a MSc Marketing a the University of Edinburgh, UK, also on a convertible scholarship.
What this blog post covers:
- A) Useful resources for those wanting to study abroad
- B) Scholarship listings / alternative ways to get funding
- C) FAQ about university / scholarship applications
- D) FAQ about life as a student in the UK
Disclaimer: This blog post is not really intended for post-SPM students, although some resources may be of use. My intended audience is more to students who have finished Pre-U/diploma/matriculation/STPM, OR aspiring postgraduate students. If you’re looking for post-SPM tips I suggest these resources: (1) (2)
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But before that, I believe that doors will open much more easily for you to study abroad you if you have good intentions. Ask yourself, why do you want to fly overseas?
Hopefully, to:
- pursue knowledge with a sincere heart
- contribute to the society and the world
- make your parents and family proud
- if you are a Muslim, to increase your faith by seeing the world
ARIFAH BADLI 