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An increasing number of students worldwide are considering studying abroad. The application process varies from country to country. If you’re looking for a university with a strong international outlook but feel swept over by all the application options, here is some guidance to get you started.
UK
International students must apply to universities in the UK through a system known as Ucas. This system allows students to apply to up to five universities with just one application. It costs £20 for a single choice or £25 for more than one choice.
The application consists of a series of questions to determine the student’s schooling and predicted grades. The biggest part of the application form is the personal statement, in which applicants should describe their personal interests and related experiences.
Switzerland
Switzerland has four official languages and is bordered by five countries so it is no surprise that its universities are among the most international in the world. International applicants may need to take an entrance exam if they have a foreign school certificate, and must also prove that they have a good grasp of the French language, usually through taking a language exam. The full application costs 50 Swiss Francs for a holder of a Swiss diploma and 150 Swiss Francs for holders of foreign diplomas.
Canada
International applicants have to write up a personal profile as part of their application, which is very similar to the personal statement required for a UK university application. Students will also have to prove their English-language competency—there are nine ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard, which are listed on many university websites.
Singapore
The process of applying to a Singaporean university is very much alike, but overseas students may be delighted to find that the domestic applicants have to cover the same procedures: filling out an online application form and submit identification documents, supporting documents and an application fee of S$20.
1. Which country requires international applicants know French well?
A. UK. B. Switzerland.
C. Canada. D. Singapore.
2. What part of the application is similar between the UK and Canada?
A. The application system. B. The number of universities.
C. The application cost. D. The personal statement.
3. What’s special about the application process in Singapore?
A. Applicants need to pay a lot. B. It is much simpler than elsewhere.
C. It’s no different for native students. D. The competition is even more fierce.
【答案】1. B 2. D 3. C
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章主要对出境留学学生办理的申请手续进行了介绍，举例说明英国，瑞士，加拿大和新加坡的留学申请注意事项进行对比。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Switzerland部分内容“International applicants may need to take an entrance exam if they have a foreign school certificate, and must also prove that they have a good grasp of the French language, usually through taking a language exam.( 国际申请者如果有外国学校的证书，可能需要参加入学考试，还必须证明他们对法语有很好的掌握，通常是通过参加语言考试。)”可知，瑞士要求申请者掌握法语。故选B项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Canada部分内容“International applicants have to write up a personal profile as part of their application, which is very similar to the personal statement required for a UK university application.( 国际申请者在申请时必须填写个人资料，这与英国大学申请时的个人陈述非常相似。)”可知，在个人陈述资料方面，英国和加拿大的申请部分相似。故选B项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Singapore部分内容“The process of applying to a Singaporean university is very much alike, but overseas students may be delighted to find that the domestic applicants have to cover the same procedures(申请新加坡大学的程序大同小异，但海外学生可能会很高兴地发现，国内申请人必须经过与他们同样的程序)”可知，新加坡的申请过程的特殊之处在于境外学生与国内学生申请流程相同。故选C项。
