From a summer of experience to a journey to the world

Experience before you decide

ILA Study Abroad students on summer study abroad trip to the UK

For many Vietnamese families, long-term study abroad is a major turning point, affecting both the journey of adulthood and the future of children. Therefore, choosing to let children participate in summer study abroad - experiencing a real international environment before making a big decision - is becoming a "safe ticket" and a trend for modern parents.

More than just a trip, summer study abroad takes students out of their comfort zone and into a new learning and living environment: from teaching methods, lifestyle, communication to international classroom organization. Students get to see, feel and evaluate for themselves whether the destination is truly suitable for them, their dreams and their personalities.

In particular, the summer study abroad experience helps students “get acquainted” with cultural differences, minimizing the shock of long-term study abroad. Thanks to that, they will be more confident, proactive and steady when officially starting their journey to conquer knowledge in a foreign country.

One of ILA Du học students who participated in the Summer Study Abroad Program in the US – Minh Anh, 15 years old – shared: “Before going, I was very shy to talk to strangers. But after 3 weeks in the US, I was confident in starting conversations and even giving presentations in English in front of the class. I understood that I could completely overcome my limits if I dared to try.”

Learn to live independently and maturely

In project-based learning in the US

Summer study abroad is not only an opportunity to improve foreign languages ​​but also an ideal environment for children to practice life skills - the foundation of true maturity. Seemingly simple skills such as time management, self-care, teamwork, cross-cultural communication or handling unexpected situations... are all experienced by children every day.

From these smallest things, students gradually become more mature - knowing how to plan their own studies, arrange reasonable playtime, boldly make friends and express their opinions in front of a crowd. Those who used to be shy and dependent on their families can now confidently present in English, proactively chat with international friends and build clearer career goals for themselves.

Parent Ngoc Lan, whose child participated in ILA’s 2024 Australian summer study abroad program, shared: “After the trip, my child completely changed. From a dependent child, he is now proactive in studying, knows how to share housework with his mother, and is even confident in planning personal projects.”

Students participate in extracurricular activities in the Australian summer study abroad program

Summer study abroad is not only a rewarding vacation but also a journey to “grow up”, helping students become more confident before entering the challenges of adult life. Many students after going through the summer study abroad journey have a clearer view of their future career, or are inspired by university tours and exchanges with experts and international students.

Nhat Quynh, a ninth-grade student who studied abroad in the US with ILA, said: “The trip helped me realize that I love communications and want to study at a university in New York. I have started taking related subjects to prepare right now.”

International journey with ILA

Relaxing moments of the students after completing the project, at the summer study abroad trip to Singapore

Understanding the desire to experience and grow of the young Vietnamese generation, ILA Study Abroad - an official member of ILA Vietnam Education Organization, the only unit headquartered in Vietnam to be certified as an International Standard Study Abroad Consulting Unit by the American Admissions Council (AIRC), has designed more than 30 summer study abroad programs in 15 developed countries - from the US, Canada, UK, Australia, Europe to Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia. Each program is a separate journey, suitable for each age and learning orientation of each student.

By participating in ILA Study Abroad's summer study abroad program, students not only learn intensive English but also develop 21st century skills, visit prestigious universities, explore unique cultures and experience real life abroad. ILA's team of teachers, experts and tour leaders always accompany, guide and take good care of students from preparation, visa interview training to every day of their journey to explore the world.

With the dedicated and professional companionship of ILA Study Abroad, summer study abroad is truly a journey of “Going to grow”, inspiring students to become more confident, independent, mature and ready to “breakthrough” on the journey to conquer their long-term study abroad dream in the future.

PV

Source: https://tienphong.vn/tu-mot-mua-he-trai-nghiem-den-ca-hanh-trinh-vuon-ra-the-gioi-post1735979.tpo