Planning to study abroad from Bangladesh? Learn what you need to apply for universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany & more—step-by-step.
Every year, thousands of students from Bangladesh migrate to different countries for higher education. The countries where most students from Bangladesh are interested in going to are the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Germany. Most foreign students usually apply to higher education institutions in these countries between November and January. Apart from this, our students are also interested in China, Japan, and South Korea.
There are different rules for studying in different countries of the world. However, with some exceptions, some general rules are the same in almost all countries. So if you want to study abroad, you must first decide which country you want to go to. Then you have to collect information about that country's education system, educational institutions, courses, scholarship opportunities, and cost of living. If you do not keep some general information in mind, starting from collecting this information, it may be difficult to achieve the desired goal on time and properly.
After the HSC exam, many students think about taking admission to a foreign university. You should research universities at least one to one and a half years before you want to start your studies. However, no matter where in the world you are going to study, you must have a valid passport. Along with all the certificates of educational qualifications obtained in Bangladesh, proof of language proficiency, and financial solvency.
According to the UK government website, to study in the country as a student, you must be over 16 years of age. After passing the HSC or equivalent examination, you can go to the UK to study for graduation. Apart from this, you can also study postgraduate, master's, and various types of certificate courses or diplomas. To apply for a visa as a student, you must have an offer for a course from a recognized educational institution.
You must submit a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies or CAS for short with your visa application. In addition, this letter will have a reference number that you must submit with your application. The offer from an institution must be unconditional. If there are any conditions in the offer letter, you will not be able to apply for a visa.
You must have enough money to cover the cost of the course you are going to study and your living expenses in the UK. The amount of this will depend on what subject you are going to study and the length of the course.
You must have enough money to cover your living and living expenses in the UK for at least one academic year or 9 months of study. However, the amount of money you will need will be mentioned in your offer letter or confirmation of acceptance.
To study, you must have proof of English language proficiency. You must ensure that you can read, write, speak, and understand English. There are certain tests or exams prescribed for this. A notable test is IELTS. You can take these tests from an approved institution.
In addition, you must show some documents. These include a passport, CAS, or offer letter from the educational institution, proof of funds required for study and living, tuberculosis test certificate, financing of your studies, etc. In addition, depending on the situation, the educational institution or visa-issuing authority may also ask you for other documents.
Regardless of the subject you are going to study, you must apply for a visa at least six months before the start of the course. You will usually know the decision on your application within three weeks.
The length of time you can stay in the UK depends on the type of course you are taking and its length. If you are 18 years or older and your course is at the undergraduate level, you will usually be allowed to stay for five years, otherwise, you will usually be allowed to stay for two years.
You can also apply to bring your spouse and children with you. However, if your course starts after 1 January 2024, you must be a PhD or higher research degree student to bring your partner.
According to the US Department of State, if you want to study in the United States, you must first find a college or university and subject that is most suitable for you. There is no list of good educational institutions in the United States. Therefore, it is said that the best educational institution for you is the one that is most compatible with your educational, financial, and personal capabilities and needs.
You should start this task of finding good educational institutions and courses a year or 18 months before the start of the academic year. In this case, you should keep in mind which state (in the US) you want to live in, which college or university is most compatible with you, whether you need financial assistance, when is the deadline for admission and scholarship applications, etc.
All certificates of educational qualifications will be required for admission applications. If they are not in English, they must be translated into English and notarized. There must be a certificate of English language proficiency.
Academic and experience certificates and letters of recommendation will be required. You will also need to write an essay or personal statement about your interests, goals, etc., and submit it with your visa application.
Costs vary across states and universities in the United States. Although the competition is high, there are opportunities to get scholarships. So start your financial planning as soon as possible. Remember, applying for university admission and applying for scholarships start at the same time.
The next step after admission and financial security is applying for a visa. However, to apply for a visa, you must have an offer letter from an educational institution. For a visa application in the United States, you will need to submit various recommendation letters, essays, and various types of academic certificates. So, it should be done slowly and gradually.
