Researching your Destination

One of the aspects of spending a period abroad that tends to make people most nervous is taking that initial step into the unknown. Once you actually arrive abroad, these nerves will normally quickly disappear. However, the more research you do about your host country and culture in advance, the less nervous you are likely to feel before your departure abroad. This will help you to settle in more easily when you arrive, as you will have a reasonable idea what to expect beforehand. That said, don’t fret if you don’t know every last detail about your host country before you go – you’ll learn an immense amount once you are there. Don’t forget exploring and discovering for yourself is all part of the adventure!

Resources available to you

Resources for researching your destination

You can also find travel safety tips in your My Placement application. This includes links to resources on general safety and specialist tips on safe travel for women, LGBTQ+ students, students with HIV and students with disabilities and mental health condiitons. 

Linguistic research

Language Courses & Language Support

Cultural research

Culture & Integration