Annyeonghaseyo! Bryan’s student exchange experience at Hanyang University (ERICA), South Korea
Where dreams meet reality, Febryan Rangga Arie Putra, a student majoring in S1 International ICT Business was able to fulfil his dreams of experiencing what becoming a student in South korea feels like through the Student exchange program at Hanyang University(ERICA), South Korea on August 30th 2023. The 6 month duration of his program was filled with exciting experiences and even unexpected cultural acquisition moments as he learnt to navigate unfamiliar challenges, build lasting friendships with people from diverse backgrounds.
Global Perspectives in Education
As an exchange student in one of the top South Korean universities with the most international students, Bryan had the opportunity to indulge and learn in a classroom filled with different nationalities from Germany, Norway and mexico. His program allowed him to learn various courses that transcends borders and cultures including Solving Business problems. Being taught by foreign professors with admirable educational achievements, was definitely impactful and widened Bryan’s perspective on the Business world. To Bryan, this was a transformative experience that goes beyond the confines of traditional learning in Indonesia.
Language and Communication Skills
Although there were some language barriers upon his first few days in South Korea, he was able to get through the day from the help of the friendly locals as well as phrases that he learnt from Korean dramas. Being able to use what he learnt from dramas was definitely an exciting experience as an international student in a foreign country. On a regular basis, students like Bryan find themselves compelled to converse in the local language, which improves their language proficiency in ways that typical classroom environments cannot mimic.
Leisure time
Six months definitely flew by as Bryan spent a lot of his time exploring the city and discovering the unfamiliar taste of South Korean Cuisine. Bryan was afforded the chance to fulfil his tourist desire by travelling to Busan while simultaneously studying at South Korea’s top University for international students. One of the most memorable memories he made was exploring the beaches and bustling markets to historic temples and trendy neighbourhoods of Busan, a popular tourist destination 300 km away from the campus.
Telkom University International Class allows students like Febryan Rangga Arie Putra to fulfil their dreams of studying abroad and obtaining international exposure to further prospect their careers, actively seek and pursue opportunities, experiences, or developments that will enhance and advance one’s professional growth and success. The impact of an exchange program goes well beyond the classroom, benefiting students’ lives and the communities they interact with when they return home with a more expansive perspective and a deeper awareness of both themselves and the world. This global perspective can be a valuable asset in the professional realm. Exchange programs are still an effective means of fostering understanding between people from different cultural backgrounds and allowing students to become global citizens.
Writer: Amelia Putri Qatarina |Posted By Haidar Humam Jaisyurrahiem
