7 Safety Tips for the Female Students while Studying Abroad

At first, let us take a look at the following statistics:

• According to the Open Doors (2002) which is one of the leading sources of US national statistics regarding studying abroad, twice the number of undergraduate women enrol themselves with foreign universities.
• According to a survey report published by UNESCO, a higher number of women prefer to travel overseas and get admission in foreign universities.
• The research reveals that two-thirds of the total number of participants of overseas programmes are women.

All the facts point towards a singular inference that women prefer studying in the international schools. They are more open to accept the challenges that come with the change of environment. Indian women are also not behind the trend and they are crossing borders to seek quality education in foreign universities.

Without any doubt, the statistics are quite encouraging for the female students. However, before one takes the plunge, better to assess the risk factors and take adequate precautionary steps to avoid any problem in future.

1. Keep a Close Eye on the Surroundings and the People: Base your judgement on your observations. However, the extreme opposite is also not desirable in particularly when you are studying in a foreign university. Here, it is always better to keep your guard up. Do one thing! Always believe in your inner voice.    

2. Avoid Hitchhiking or Booking an Unlicensed Cab: Well, whatever might be our opinion formed after watching western movies, hitchhiking a ride is not a safe practice in any part of the world. 

3. At a Gathering, Do Not Leave your Food or Drink Unattended: Spiking a food or drink of an uncautious woman is a commonly played malicious prank. Thus, be attentive to your food or drink and never leave it unattended. Anyways, if you feel dizzy in your head then confide into a trusted friend and request him/her to take you to your accommodation or hostel room.

4. Respect the Varying Social Etiquettes of the Country: The Indian society is becoming liberal with the passing days. Thus, whenever students go to study in the foreign universities, the cultural difference does not take them by surprise. However, it is better to do your homework on the cultural beliefs and social etiquettes of your host country.

5. Do Not Compromise your Personal Xalues to Fit into the Lot: Do not fall prey to the peer pressure. You need not have to compromise your values to fit into the popular group. Be flexible as much as your values permit you. In the long run, your choice would earn you respect.

6. Handle your Finances Independently: Do not depend on friends on the matters of transaction in foreign currency. Save money diligently. 

7. Gel in with the Crowd during Travelling: While travelling alone, avoid flashing expensive gadgets or accessories. It may invite the undesirable attention of the muggers.

Apart from the internet, there are other resources for gathering information. You can also approach reliable overseas education counselors in Bangladesh.