The debate over domestic or international education is long-standing. You first face the question after passing class 12th and then after graduation or during your job. The Indian higher education is very different from that in foreign countries. Each year thousands of aspiring students have to decide between international and domestic higher education. While a few simply follow the trend of international, some seek the benefits of the courses and the best ROI. If you are also tied up in this tug of war, this blog will give you the winning side. Here, we have compared and analysed the pros and cons of international and domestic higher education on various parameters. This comparison will make the choice a little easier for you.
Domestic Higher Education
The Indian education system was known to follow a traditional model of teaching with a higher focus on theoretical knowledge. The students are judged on the basis of one single exam, which is usually conducted at the end of the semester. With the introduction of the New Education Policy, the pattern of the entire Indian education system has changed. From primary to higher education, the curriculum and grading have been revised and upgraded. Our curriculum was based on a 10+2 structure which will now change to a 5+3+3+4 pattern, starting from primary education to high school. Since our domestic higher education emphasises more on memorisation over understanding and practicality of the concepts, the New Education Policy is prepared to remove this practice.
In the upcoming years, students will be given a choice among various disciplines across arts and science streams blurring the formal distinction. Moreover, the internship opportunities will begin in sixth grade. So you can say that the face of domestic higher education has changed from what it was earlier.
International Higher Education
International education is a dynamic and broad area that is impacted by various factors including visa rules, geopolitics and others. For Indian students, the US, UK, Canada and Australia are the preferred destinations. With the changing immigration laws, students are travelling to Ireland, Germany, France and UAE for higher education. International higher education emphasises critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, practical and experiential learning. This is one of the major reasons why Indian graduates fly abroad for higher education. International higher education offers co-op programmes allowing students to experience real-life challenges and international exposure. Compared to domestic higher education, foreign education has wider customisation options and a vast range of interdisciplinary courses.
