Duplichecke has already answered the question about how long it is worth waiting after high school to try to get into a university abroad. In the post in question, we also brought some basic tips about a second degree abroad. Now, we will go into more detail on the subject, already saying that, yes, it is possible to do a second degree in another country, including some advantages in relation to the same procedure in Brazil, such as the possibility of finishing your studies in less time.
In general, you need to have good grades and, if necessary, be able to describe and prove some activities carried out in the first training. Find out more below!
What you need to know about a second degree abroad
The first important thing to consider is that doing a second degree abroad is not as common as it is in Brazil. Therefore, not all universities accept students who have already graduated into their undergraduate courses. The most competitive ones, for example, usually have this restriction.
There are, however, a number of institutions that not only admit these students, but also have specific pages on their websites with procedures regarding the second degree. This is the case, for example, of Columbia University..
Regarding the deadlines, they are usually the same as for the first degree, as well as the application in general. The main difference, however, is that, for the second degree, the candidate needs a statement with reports of the activities developed in the previous college. Read more.
Why, after all, choose to do a second degree abroad?
If you are not yet fully decided on whether or not to pursue a second degree abroad, it is worth considering that this option for a bachelor’s degree different from the previous one is interesting especially for those seeking a transition or even career projection.
It is possible that a second degree within the same field of study can be used, for example, to develop new skills. This is different from a specialization, in which the student delves deeper into a specific area of knowledge. In the case of a career transition, a second degree is important to increase versatility.
Second degree at Cambridge University
Anyone wishing to pursue a second degree at Cambridgecan enroll under a condition that the institution calls “affiliated student”. In this case, the course is completed in one year less than normal. There are, however, some restrictions (such as having a school diploma with excellent grades) and it is important to note that some Cambridge colleges may not accept affiliates. It is important to always check this information on the page corresponding to the course of interest.
Second degree at Oxford University
At the University of Oxford, those who already have an undergraduate degree can choose to apply for what the institution calls “ Senior Status.”“. The option allows you to enter directly into the second year of the new course. The application process is standard (including deadlines), but not all colleges have the senior application option.
Second degree from New York University
In the case of the North American university, only three colleges offer the option of a second bachelor’s degree: the Tandon School of Engineering, the Rory Meyers College of Nursing and the School of Professional Studies. The nursing school has a program called Accelerated, with four consecutive semesters of studies. All those who completed their first bachelor’s degree outside the United States must submit, in addition to the standard application documentation, an original transcript and a letter of recommendation. Find out more details here.
Second degree from Columbia University
Applicants to Columbia University who have already earned a bachelor’s degree can earn a second one, as long as the major they are interested in is different from the first. Full details on the procedure can be found on this page.