#GetEUReady: Student Mobility from India to Europe

Take this survey to share what resources and information help shape up your decision to pursue higher education abroad!

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What Can Help Shape Your Study Abroad Plans?:

How old are you?

What gender do you identify with most?

Which city are you currently living in?

What is your average yearly household income?

Below 5 lakh
6 to 15 lakh
16 to 25 lakh
Above 25 lakh

Are you working or studying?

I'm studying
I'm working
I'm studying and working
I'm not studying or working

What is your highest level of education attained?

High School
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
M.Phil/PhD

When do you expect to finish your current course?

This year
In one year
In two years or more
I've already completed my course

What is your current field of education?

Where is your most recent/present education from?

Government institutions
Private institutions

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Studying in the EU:

Are you planning to pursue your higher education abroad? If yes, which level?

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
PhD or Postdoc degree
Some short term course
No, I am not planning to pursue my higher studies abroad

Have you ever travelled to Europe?

Yes, I have travelled to Europe for education
Yes, I have travelled to Europe for work
Yes, I have travelled to Europe for tourism
No, I have not travelled to Europe

How likely are you to consider Europe as a destination for your higher education?

Very likely
Likely
Unsure

Are your parents/family supportive of your education in Europe?

Very supportive
Very supportive, if I receive a scholarship
Indifferent
Not at all supportive

Have you decided on a country of education?

Yes, I have
No, I haven't
I am still thinking

Do you want to pursue higher education in the same field of your past study?

Which field do you want to pursue higher education in?

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Preparing and Planning:

How are you preparing for studying in, and applying to, universities abroad?

(Please select all that apply)

I am preparing on my own
My school is helping me with my application to Universities
My school is helping me in developing my academic skills
My friends are helping me
I am attending/have attended extra language course
I am doing/have completed extra online courses
I have/had a personal advisor or mentor to help with my application

Are you aware of any of the scholarship programs?

Erasmus Mundus
Government of India scholarships/loans
Individual European country government scholarships
None

Where have you looked for information on studying abroad?

(Please select all that apply)

From family and friends
On University websites
Elsewhere on the internet
Through professional advising services
From advisor/teacher at my school

Which social media platform do you use to find this information?

Which factors are most important when you think about studying abroad?

(Please select all that apply)

Proximity to home country
Quality of education/University rank and reputation
A good salary when I start working
Possibility of working and living in the country of education
Holding a valuable degree
Tuition fee and cost of living
Language of host country
Availability of scholarships
Family or friends living/studying in the same place

What factors encourage you to consider education in the EU?

(Please select all that apply)

Quality of education/University rank and reputation
Possibility of working and living in the country of education
Experiencing a different culture
Making international contacts
Tuition fee and cost of living
Established population of overseas student
Excitement of living on your own
Availability of scholarships

What challenges can deter you from considering education abroad?

(Please select all that apply)

Complicated application process
Confusing visa process
Funding and affordability related concerns
Not enough information about colleges and quality of education
Fear of isolation/racism
Accessing healthcare in a foreign country
Finding accommodation
Cultural and language barriers
Bureaucratic challenges

What hinders your access to information on the above stated issues?

(Please select all that apply)

Lack of one-source information portal
Too much information availability
Too much jargon
Unclear guidelines on formalities and application processes

What support would help streamline this information?

(Please select all that apply)

Single source of information (e.g. checklists, tools, etc.)
Simplified instructions through videos and podcast formats
Newsletters and guides/leaflets etc.

Since COVID-19 has impacted study abroad plans, if you have changed your plans, can you help us understand what is the main reason for your change?

Travel restrictions
Financial reasons
Course no longer considered relevant
Lack of information on COVID-19 related precautions being undertaken in the EU
Other
No impact on my plans

In the current COVID-19 pandemic which solution would you be open to?

Virtual education
Postponing plans by a year

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Thank you!

Congratulations on completing this super important survey, and thank you for taking out the time! Your responses will help us, the EU, International Labour Organisation, India Centre for Migration, and International Centre for Migration Policy Development, create resources, make useful information more accessible, and provide support that can help you take more informed decisions for your plans to study in the European Union!

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