EXAM STRESS

As study abroad increases it's popularity in the global education marketplace, our communication skills must expand and improve. Cross-cultural communication is vital for any student, faculty, and support staff in a diverse educational setting. It is imperative to be aware of cultural differences so that we do not cause offence, and so that we can effectively communicate in situations where language or cultural differences might be a barrier.

Procrastination is a common issue most students experience which can have a negative impact on studies. This course will help students understand how putting things off can affect them and help them find ways to change the pattern of behaviour.

Studying abroad can be an exciting and life-changing experience, allowing students to become more independent, expand their horizons and gain a fresh global perspective. It can also be daunting; adapting to living in a new country, being away from support networks, experiencing different cultures, and adjusting to new systems of learning.

This course is for students wishing to understand and apply the principles of managing the day to day causes of anxiety and how it impacts on stress in general.

Resilience skills are no longer desirable – they are crucial. The course will provide a range of practical tools and ideas; students will have a chance to reflect upon their stressors and identify area in which they could develop their resilience skills.

This course will cover how students can become effective communicators which can assist them both professionally and personally. Students will learn how to communicate effectively and look at techniques that will improve their communication.

During this course students will familiarise themselves with emotional intelligence, and how vital it is both in a professional and personal setting. The course will cover practical tools and techniques that lead to thinking, feeling and behaving in emotionally intelligent ways.