Long Term
Study Abroad

Long Term study abroad generally refers to studying abroad for three months or longer. The most appealing point of long term study abroad stems from the fact that students can expect significant improvement in their language skills as they will be living abroad for a long period of time. Long term study abroad programs are not limited to language study, but also include a variety of specialized courses such as business and hospitality, making it possible to study abroad for a variety of purposes perfect for: Students who want to improve their language skills Students who want to live abroad Students who want to expand their friendships beyond their nationality Students who want to study abroad in a specialized field while improving their language skills Students who want to build up their job-hunting and career-changing skills Students who want to be active internationally in the future Students who are considering furthering their education or finding a job overseas The following is a list of some of the advantages of long term study abroad to help eliminate any concerns or questions about long term study abroad. Meet and experience something new and unique by studying abroad!

Benefits of Long Term Study Abroad

Improve Language Skills Significantly

Generally, it requires approximately three to four months to be able to hear most of the local language, five to six months to be able to communicate smoothly with native speakers and six to twelve months to be able to live daily life without any difficulties. The longer the period of study abroad, the longer one is forced to communicate in the local language, which naturally leads to language proficiency. Long term study abroad is recommended for students whose main goal is to improve their language skills, as it allows them to concentrate on learning a language!

Develop an International Mindset

Living abroad for an extended period of time means that there will be many opportunities to meet a variety of people and come into contact with different cultures and values during that period of time. By coming into contact with different cultures, it is possible to hone an international mindset that allows diverse ways of thinking and looking at things. Many things that used to be considered "common sense" may not be so in foreign cultures and there are many things that can only be understood by actually living in a particular place. The experience of accepting and comprehending different values and cultures will surely be a useful experience for future career paths and career development, and will also lead to personal development!

Appealing Point for Employment and Job Hunting Activities

In job hunting and career change activities, those who have experienced long term study abroad can of course use their language skills as a weapon, but their experience and efforts in how they were able to overcome difficulties while living abroad will be a major source of appeal. In an environment where the language, culture and customs are completely different from those in their own country, building relationships and learning something new from scratch requires tremendous mental strength. The longer the study abroad period, the more difficult and frustrating the experience may be, and the less enjoyable and exciting it may be. Nevertheless, by overcoming such experiences, students will gain confidence in themselves and will surely feel a grown-up self that can face anything with a positive attitude!

Work While Learning the Language

Countries such as Australia allow students to work even on a student visa. While working part-time at a local restaurant after school, students can output the language they learned at school in a practical way. Working is a great way to develop and expand new friendships and is something students are encouraged to try during their study abroad period. By working in a foreign country, students will be able to experience the local lifestyle, culture and customs in a more realistic way than they would be able to if they just attended school!

Weekly schedule fo Long Term

	Mon.	Tue.	Wed.	Thu.	Fri.	Sat. Sun.
9:00-10:30	Essays	Reading	Grammar	Reading	Presentation	Free time OR Activities OR Part-time Work
10:40-12:00	Speech and Correction
13:00-14:30	Survival English OR Debates	Vocabulary Discussion	Music Discussion	Listening and Discussion	Pronunciation and Speaking
After Class	Part-time Work	Free Time	Part-time Work	Free Time	Activities

Long Term Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it possible to do a homestay as a long term study abroad student?

A：Homestay can be arranged although it depends on the language school and the country you wish to study in. Please contact skyticket for more details on duration and costs.
Q: Which countries are recommended for long term study abroad programs?

A: The United States, Canada and Australia are recommended countries for long term study abroad programs. They are popular among Japanese students and have comparatively well-developed programs, making them suitable for long term study abroad. Within a country, each city has its own characteristics and local lifestyle so it is important to carefully consider in advance which country you would like to study in.
Q: Will studying abroad benefit me in my job search?

A: The experience of having studied abroad alone is insufficient to be evaluated. What you have done is important. If you can present your experience and English language skills gained from studying abroad in a concrete manner, it will be a weapon when appealing yourself in your job search activities.