UNIT 1.3 · IELTS TOPIC VOCABULARY
Studying Abroad
Learn language for discussing the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad. Each vocabulary item includes a concise English definition, followed by Uzbek and Russian translations.
STUDYING ABROAD – ADVANTAGES
Use these ideas to discuss cultural exposure, independence, education, career opportunities and personal development.
1. Cultural exposure and language development
Students who study abroad gain first-hand exposure to different cultures, customs and traditions, and social norms. By interacting with and conversing with native speakers, they can improve their language proficiency and develop a deeper understanding of the host country’s values and way of life. This can help them become more open-minded, tolerant, and culturally aware.
Definition: experience or learn about something directly rather than through other people or sources.
RU: получить непосредственный опыт / познакомиться с чем-либо на собственном опыте
Definition: established ways of behaving, celebrating or doing things within a society or culture.
RU: обычаи / традиции
Definition: communicate with or respond to other people.
RU: взаимодействовать / общаться с
Definition: have a conversation with someone.
RU: беседовать / разговаривать с
Definition: a high level of ability to use a language accurately and effectively.
RU: уровень владения языком / языковая компетентность
Definition: the typical lifestyle, habits and customs of a person or community.
RU: образ жизни
Definition: willing to consider different ideas, beliefs and ways of living.
RU: непредвзятый / открытый к новым взглядам
Definition: willing to accept different opinions, lifestyles and behaviours.
RU: широких взглядов / терпимый к различным взглядам
Definition: willing to accept people whose opinions, beliefs or lifestyles are different from your own.
RU: терпимый / толерантный
Definition: understanding and respecting cultural differences between people.
RU: осознающий и понимающий культурные различия
2. Independence and self-reliance
Living abroad teaches students to manage daily responsibilities without depending on their families. They learn to deal with practical matters such as grocery shopping, laundry, accommodation and bills. These experiences can help them become more independent, responsible and self-reliant.
Definition: successfully deal with the everyday tasks and duties that a person is responsible for.
RU: справляться с повседневными обязанностями
Definition: handle ordinary problems and tasks connected with everyday life.
RU: решать практические бытовые вопросы
Definition: buying food and other everyday household products.
RU: покупка продуктов и товаров повседневного спроса
Definition: amounts of money that must be paid for services such as electricity, gas, water or the internet.
RU: счета за коммунальные и другие услуги
Definition: able to take care of yourself and solve problems without depending heavily on others.
RU: самостоятельный / способный полагаться на себя
Definition: successfully manage difficult situations or problems.
RU: справляться с трудностями / преодолевать проблемы
Definition: problems experienced at the beginning of a new situation.
RU: первоначальные трудности
Definition: difficulties experienced while becoming used to a new environment during the first stage.
RU: первоначальные трудности адаптации
Definition: become independent and able to manage your own life without relying on others.
RU: стать самостоятельным / научиться полагаться на себя
3. Social and interpersonal skills
Studying abroad allows students to meet people from different backgrounds. This can improve their communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to work with people from different cultures. As a result, they may become more confident, sociable and adaptable.
Definition: different social, cultural, educational or economic experiences and origins.
RU: люди из разных социальных и культурных слоёв
Definition: the ability to communicate, cooperate and build good relationships with other people.
RU: навыки межличностного общения
Definition: enjoying spending time with and communicating with other people.
RU: общительный
Definition: become comfortable with and successfully function in a new environment.
RU: адаптироваться / приспосабливаться к новой обстановке
4. Better education and academic quality
Prestigious foreign universities are often equipped with modern facilities, advanced technologies and innovative teaching methods. Students are taught by highly qualified academics and professionals who have expertise in their fields.
Definition: highly respected and admired because of a strong reputation or high status.
RU: престижный
Definition: provided with the necessary tools, facilities or technology.
RU: оснащённый чем-либо
Definition: up-to-date buildings, equipment and resources provided by an institution.
RU: современные условия, оборудование и инфраструктура
Definition: highly developed and modern technology.
RU: передовые технологии
Definition: the newest and most advanced technology currently available.
RU: новейшие / передовые технологии
Definition: new and creative approaches to teaching and learning.
RU: инновационные методы преподавания
Definition: university teachers or researchers with strong education, training and professional expertise.
RU: высококвалифицированные преподаватели и учёные
Definition: well-trained and experienced teaching and research staff at a university.
RU: высококвалифицированный академический персонал
Definition: advanced knowledge and professional skill in particular areas.
RU: экспертные знания и опыт в своей области
Definition: people with detailed knowledge and experience in a particular professional or academic area.
RU: специалисты в своей области
Definition: organisations or universities that are respected and have a good reputation.
RU: авторитетные / уважаемые учебные заведения
5. Career prospects
A degree from a reputable foreign university can significantly improve graduates’ employment prospects. Combined with foreign language skills and international experience, such qualifications may help students secure well-paid positions in multinational companies.
Definition: respected and trusted because of a good reputation.
RU: авторитетный / пользующийся хорошей репутацией
Definition: a person’s chances of finding suitable employment in the future.
RU: перспективы трудоустройства
Definition: improve a person’s chances of being employed.
RU: повысить шансы на трудоустройство / конкурентоспособность на рынке труда
Definition: experience gained through living, studying or working in another country or with people from different countries.
RU: международный опыт
Definition: successfully get a job.
RU: получить должность / устроиться на работу
Definition: a job that provides a relatively high salary.
RU: хорошо оплачиваемая должность
Definition: a company that operates in several different countries.
RU: многонациональная / международная компания
6. Resilience and adaptability
Studying abroad exposes students to unfamiliar situations and challenges. By dealing with these difficulties, they develop resilience, adaptability, flexibility, perseverance and determination. These qualities can be valuable not only during their studies but also in their future careers.
Definition: the ability to recover from difficulties and continue functioning effectively.
RU: устойчивость / способность восстанавливаться после трудностей
Definition: the ability to change your behaviour or approach when circumstances change.
RU: способность адаптироваться / адаптивность
Definition: willingness and ability to change your plans or approach when necessary.
RU: гибкость
Definition: continued effort despite difficulties or slow progress.
RU: настойчивость / упорство
Definition: a strong decision and desire to achieve something despite difficulties.
RU: решимость / целеустремлённость
Definition: successfully deal with difficult problems or situations.
RU: преодолевать трудности
Definition: serious difficulties or difficult living conditions.
RU: серьёзные трудности / лишения
Definition: situations or events that were not expected or predicted.
RU: непредвиденные обстоятельства
Definition: become better able to cope with and recover from difficult situations.
RU: развивать психологическую устойчивость
STUDYING ABROAD – DISADVANTAGES
Use these ideas to discuss emotional, financial, family and administrative difficulties connected with studying overseas.
1. Emotional difficulties
Some students may struggle emotionally when they live far away from their families. Homesickness, loneliness and social isolation can make it difficult for them to focus / concentrate on their studies. In some cases, students may experience culture shock and emotional distress.
Definition: sadness caused by being away from your home, family and familiar environment.
RU: тоска по дому
Definition: a situation in which a person has little contact or connection with other people.
RU: социальная изоляция
Definition: give your full attention to something.
RU: сосредоточиться на
Definition: confusion or discomfort caused by living in a culture that is very different from your own.
RU: культурный шок
Definition: strong feelings of sadness, anxiety or emotional discomfort.
RU: эмоциональный стресс / душевное расстройство
Definition: find it difficult to cope with missing home and family.
RU: тяжело переживать тоску по дому
2. Lack of family support
Not all students are able to thrive without family support. Some may find it difficult to adapt to independent living, especially if they have always relied on their parents for emotional, financial or practical help.
Definition: develop successfully and do very well in a particular situation.
RU: успешно развиваться / преуспевать
Definition: achieve the result or goal that you wanted.
RU: добиться успеха
Definition: emotional, practical or financial help provided by family members.
RU: поддержка семьи
Definition: become used to managing everyday life without depending on family members.
RU: адаптироваться к самостоятельной жизни
Definition: depend on someone for help or support.
RU: полагаться на кого-либо
3. Financial pressure
Studying abroad can be financially demanding. Tuition fees, accommodation, transport and daily expenses are often beyond the financial means of many families. As a result, some students may have to rely on student loans, scholarships or part-time jobs.
Definition: requiring a large amount of money.
RU: требующий значительных финансовых затрат
Definition: money paid to a university or educational institution for teaching.
RU: плата за обучение
Definition: money regularly spent on everyday necessities such as food, transport and personal needs.
RU: повседневные расходы
Definition: too expensive for someone to afford with the money available to them.
RU: превышающий финансовые возможности кого-либо
Definition: families whose income is around the typical level in a society.
RU: семьи со средним уровнем дохода
Definition: financial pressure experienced by families because of high costs.
RU: финансовая нагрузка на семьи
Definition: formally borrow money through a student loan.
RU: взять студенческий кредит
Definition: have or provide enough money to pay university fees.
RU: покрывать расходы на обучение
Definition: experience serious difficulty because of insufficient money.
RU: столкнуться с серьёзными финансовыми трудностями
4. Practical and administrative challenges
Students may also face bureaucratic and practical difficulties, such as visa applications, immigration procedures and accommodation arrangements. Language barriers can make these problems even more challenging, especially during the first few months.
Definition: official administrative processes that usually involve forms, documents and approval.
RU: бюрократические / административные процедуры
Definition: the formal process of requesting permission to enter or stay in another country.
RU: подача заявления на визу
Definition: official processes and requirements connected with entering, living or studying in another country.
RU: иммиграционные процедуры
Definition: plans and preparations for finding and organising a place to live.
RU: организация проживания / вопросы размещения
Definition: difficulty communicating because people do not share the same language or level of language ability.
RU: языковой барьер
Definition: successfully find and arrange a suitable place to live.
RU: найти и обеспечить себе жильё
Definition: become accustomed to a new way of teaching, studying and assessment.
RU: адаптироваться к другой системе образования
Definition: manage stress and demands related to studying and academic performance.
RU: справляться с учебной нагрузкой и академическим стрессом
Studying Abroad Vocabulary Test
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