PTHopeful333 Posted April 12, 2020 Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 I know that one of the biggest drawbacks to people going to school in places like the UK or Australia is the insane tuition prices... but I'm just curious how many people would study abroad if money wasn't an issue. I personally think it would be a really cool opportunity and the quality of the education is comparable to Canada and if I don't get in anywhere in Canada its something that I'll probably look into a little bit further. So would you go? Why or why not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGrisham Posted April 13, 2020 Report Share Posted April 13, 2020 Cost is one thing, but don't forget about licensure - it *may* be tougher to pass the licensing exams compared to Canadian grads who are in the Canadian system. Maybe not, but something to factor in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTHopeful333 Posted April 13, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2020 This is true, and definitely something to keep in mind. I'm more just curious if it is something other people would pursue if the cost wasn't so insane. My friends that are pursing PT are pretty split, some would want to stay in Canada for various reasons and some would be more than willing to go abroad if the cost wasn't so high, and would gladly choose to go abroad even if they got into a Canadian school. I think that going abroad would be such a unique experience and you can learn so much by studying in other areas, I would have a hard time saying no to going if I were to get accepted in another country. It is very interesting to see where people fall on this discussion and what other reasons they may have to not studying abroad- for example the board exams like you mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGrisham Posted April 19, 2020 Report Share Posted April 19, 2020 You can travel abroad before, during summers or after PT school. I would make sure you do the research to make sure the licensure aspects are certain. No point going abroad, if you cant come back and work, or have a much more difficult time passing licensing exams. Coming from Medicine, it is important to be aware of the practical realities and political realities. Going abroad often comes with risks that aren't as easily appreciated if you don't go looking into things. PTHopeful333 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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