Top best courses to study abroad for Indian students

Overseas education is gaining popularity with every passing day. Indian students visualize and set their heart on going to foreign universities for higher education. Until a few years ago, only a few courses were taught in different universities. But the scenario is completed changed now. Universities offer numerous courses, providing an opportunity for students to select the best courses according to their caliber and interests.

The major dilemma of every student is- How to select the best course in international universities? A person should consider various parameters while selecting a stream for higher studies, like-

• Identify the fields and subjects of your interest.
• Analyze your skills and passion correlated with your interests.
• Make a list of available or prospective employment opportunities with it. Consider the career scope after completing the course.
• Don't choose a course just because it has a glittering career ahead. A literature mind cannot study science well.
• Check out the rules and regulations of the country where you want to study. How safe the country is? What is the cost of living in that country? What is the language and culture of that country?
• Shortlist the universities where that course is being taught? Is the university recognized? What are the ranking and accreditations of that university?
• What are the prerequisites to enroll in the selected course? Do you need to clear IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, or any other test?
• Take a reality check on your pocket? Will you be able to afford the tuition fees and other expenses like food, accommodation, etc.
• Does the university offer scholarships for the selected course? Will you be able to take advantage of any financial aid? Check out the duration of the course in that university? Is it appropriate or more than other universities?
• Does the university provide internships or practical work experience? How is the internship or work experience important for your course?
• Have a word of mouth with few people who have cleared that course (preferably from the same university or the country). How they get benefitted after completing the course?
• At last, check out whether you are eligible to apply for the course in the selected university.

List of top popular courses in foreign universities

Medicine

• You will get a medical degree after the completion of the degree course which usually has a duration of 5 to 6 years.
• MBBS from a foreign university is highly valued across the globe, especially in developing countries (like India) and under-developed countries.
• A successful and well-qualified doctor gets high monetary benefits, a high graduate employment rate, job security, trust, and respect.
• A medical practitioner has a spirit to save people's lives and gain gratitude from the public at large.

Healthcare and Pharmacy

• B. Pharm is a 4 to 5- year undergraduate program that deals with the formulation, dispensing, and correct utilization of drugs. M.Pharm is a 1 to 2 years course depending upon the university and the country.
• Apart from core academic subjects of Pharmacy, students are also taught about patients' healthcare services.

Engineering and Technology

• Like medicine, engineering is another most sought and popular course to study abroad.
• Whichever engineering stream you choose, there is a huge demand of engineers across the globe- be it Mechanical Engineer, Electrical and Computer Science
  Engineer, IT and Telecom, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineer, Robotics or Geophysical Engineer.

Agricultural Science and Food Technology

• Due to the increased global population, increasing food production is a great challenge and therefore, an excellent career opportunity too. Rapid urbanization and lifestyle changes have also given wings to this career.
• Due to the massive trend of frozen foods, packaged foods, and food kept in cold storage, developed countries like the US, UK, and Canada makes food technology course promising.

Law

• The need for a competent lawyer can never come to an end on the planet as law and order are an inseparable part of a country.
• Branches of law include commercial law, employment law, criminal law, banking law, corporate law, human rights, and intellectual property law.

Hospitality and Tourism

• The study of Tourism and Hospitality Management teaches you marketing, management, and operational skills in the sector.
• Hotel, Hospitality, and Travel specializations include Housekeeping, Food and Beverage service, Catering, Culinary Arts, Fares and Ticketing, Hotel and Hospitality Management, Bakery and Confectionery, Front Office Management, Travel and Tourism Management, and Tour Operations.

Biomedical Science and Biotechnology

• Biomedical Science and Biotechnology are one of the top courses to study abroad as it offers you an opportunity to earn a fat salary and an expected pay like of 5% to 15% every year.
• M.Sc. Biotech can be pursued in countries like the US, Germany, Canada, Australia, and Singapore.

Marine Biology

• Students with a keen interest in marine biodiversity, oceans, and ecosystems can opt to be Marine biologists.
• Study of B.Sc (Marine Biology) is of 3 to 4 years whereas the duration of M.Biol (Master of Biology) is of 4 to 5 years which merges Bachelor's and Master's level program.

Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy

• International Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Programs are offered to equip students with skills with physical therapy, manual therapy, kinesitherapy, and special therapeutic massage.
• A therapist earns great respect in society, like a doctor.
• The basic difference between Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy is that the former focuses on strength, balance, and gross coordination while later focuses on functional activities like communication, fine motor activities, etc.

Nursing

• Nurses are always in huge demand in almost all countries across the globe including developed countries like Canada, America, UK, Australia, Ireland, and Australia.
• The average salary of a nurse is Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 1, 50,000 in western and Gulf countries. An experienced and licensed and registered nursing practitioner can earn somewhere between Rs. 2 lakh and Rs. 4 lakh in developed countries.

MBA

• Master of Business Administration or MBA is another most demanded course in foreign countries as it opens a wide array of opportunities for you.
• The best countries to study MBA for Indian students are the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and Germany. Some universities also offer scholarships to needy and meritorious students.
• Top-ranked business schools in the world are Munich Business School, Melbourne Business School, Sydney Business School, Rotman School of Management, London Business School, Said Business School, Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and many more.

Translation and Interpretation

• If you are a person who has the least interest in Maths, Science, Computers or Business Studies, then this is the most recommended course to study abroad.
• Increased globalization and diversified population demand more translators and interpreters in the global market.
• Frequently translated languages that are in high demand for interpreters are Arabic, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). German is the highest paying translation language in the world with an approximate annual income of £ 35,000.