Why Study in Asia?

Let’s take a look at Vietnam and Singapore and see what they have to offer.

Are you in need of an exciting place to study abroad? If so, Asia is the perfect destination for you! There are endless possibilities for choosing a country in Asia to study in. Each one has its own unique culture and history that will fascinate you.

This blog post will go ahead to discuss Vietnam and Singapore as options to consider when studying abroad. So, what are you waiting for? Start considering Asia for your studies!

Singapore

A very popular destination for students looking to study abroad in Asia is Singapore. The city-state has a well-developed education system, with top universities and colleges.

What’s more, Singapore is an international hub, making it easy for students to get around and experience different cultures. The currency in Singapore is Singapore dollar (SGD), where 1 SGD is equivalent to 0.59 pound sterling.

Singapore is home to a wealth of natural beauty, parks and stunning greenery, making it one of the greenest cities. You could visit the botanical gardens or the gardens by the bay if you like to be immersed in nature.

If you’re into art and history then check out the numerous museums and galleries in Singapore including the national gallery, the national museum of Singapore, the Asian civilisations museum and many more.

The main languages spoken in Singapore include Malay, Tamil, Mandarin Chinese and English.

Vietnam

Vietnam is also a very popular worldwide destination for education. It offers affordable education options for all stages of life and offers a student-friendly environment.

Vietnam’s rich cultural history is another reason as to why this is a sought-after destination for study. There is so much to explore from breathtaking landscapes to internationally recognised museums, such as the war remnants museum, the Vietnam museum of Ethnology or the Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat).

Vietnam is home to stunning natural beauty! Breathtaking sights can be found at various national parks and spots around the country, including but not limited to the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, the Detian Waterfall, the Ha Long bay and the Cat Tien National Park. If you do decide to study in Vietnam, then make sure to make the most of the countries offering.

The currency in Vietnam is Vietnamese Dong (VND) and 1 GBP is equivalent to 31,576 VND.

The main languages that are spoken in Vietnam include Vietnamese, English, French and Chinese.

Final Words

Asia has a lot to offer to the international student, and this is just the beginning. If you want to study abroad in Asia, look at what each country offers and how it could benefit your academic career as well as your life experience.

Check out some of our student tiles to find out more about what it’s like to study in Vietnam or Singapore!

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