? The advantages of studying abroadSome people believe that studying abroad has many advantages.Other people don't.Personally, I think that studying abroad has the following three advantages. (as follows)Firstly, studying abroad is an efficient way to learn foreign languages in a short period.Prolonged exposure to English in English-speaking countries will greatly increase your vocabulary and definitely( surely) improve your listening comprehension abilities (skills).Foreign language proficiency is regarded not only as a marketable skill but also asa powerful asset.Secondly,studying in foreign countries will greatly(significantly/remarkably) enhancecross-cultural awareness. When you go to a foreign country for the first time to study,you need to overcome those language barriers and culture shocks.Such challenges will broaden your cultural horizons.That experience will heighten(raise/develop) cross-cultural awareness and contribute to mutual understanding between (both)different countries.Thirdly,studying abroad will develop a sense of discipline and independence.Studying abroad in an unfamiliar place far away from your family and friends, international students often fall into homesickness. But meeting(overcoming) those challenges will eventually build character(or personality) and make you psychologically independent.In conclusion, studying abroad has three advantages: broadening your career opportunities,enhancing your cross-cultural horizon, and developing a sense of independence.