My friend wish to study abroad . he is weak in english , what can be the problems faced by him in the interview

Question

My friend wish to study abroad . he is weak in english  but good at studies , what can be the problems faced by him in the interview

Answer 1

I once had an interview to study abroad in Japan, and I was a weak speaker of Japanese at that time. The biggest difficulty I faced was not communication; it was actually keeping calm and thinking through what I would say before I started to say it. I think the biggest thing your friend needs to do is practice with a friend, like you, answering interview kinds of questions in English. He needs to be able to remain calm so that he can clearly use the English he does know. At this point, he's set for the interview and does not have the time to learn more English. He also doesn't need to be worrying over how little English he thinks he knows. It's too late for that to put it bluntly. What he needs to do is become confident and learn to stay calm so he can use what he knows.

Answer 2

If possible, try to create some potential interview questions and have him practice them. Chances are they will be stock questions, which can be searched for on the internet.

 

He needs to also speak English as much as possible as well as practice his listening. An hour a day of conversation practice where English is the only language he speaks will help him a lot. Have him go out of his comfort zone to test his limits. For listening, watching movies or television online will provide a story he can follow and review. He will be able to pick up authentic speech patterns and turns of phrase as well as vocabulary at a natural speed. He could even watch certain parts over and over again to try to approximate accent and stress.

Answer 3

I agree with David R.'s and Emily G.'s advice: interview practice, conversation practice, and watching telly and movies in English. I would add that he can watch a show first with captions in his language, then in English, then with no captions.

He can also hire one of us ESL tutors here on Wyzant to help him practice for his interview.

I (or another tutor, if he prefers) can help him with necessary vocabulary and pronunciation to do well on his interview. I also have practical techniques I teach students to help them calm down and feel more comfortable and confident in their interviews. I have 20 years experience working with university students, including helping them prepare for interviews and presentations.

All the best to your friend!

Answer 4

If your friend would like to study in the USA and has a good academic record, having an academic resume, and practicing English, preferably having an English course, would be helpful. Depending on his desired major and skills for his program, his chances of being accepted could go well, especially in Engineering, Medicine/Sciences, Computer Sciences, Business, or some outstanding talent, recruiters may make some allowances. He wouldn't be necessarily expected to present himself as someone who has been here for years, but to be competitive, comprehend coursework, join clubs, make friends, get more scholarships, work-studies, part-time jobs, learning English is important. Similar expectations would be the same for an American going to a different country.

Advisors and/or Tutors can help advise your friend with preparing a resume in English. Questions about Why are you choosing this University, What are your career goals, Why are you interested in your field, hobbies, volunteer work, etc., could be asked, during the interview. Even if your friend has notes with his resume, it is good to practice what he wrote, practice with a counselor, tutor, friends, etc. pronunciations. Meet new people at lunch on campus, tour events, International Student Group Representatives, etc.

I also encourage watching TV, Videos, Reading Magazines, Posters, Menus, watching favorite sports, reading signs on the street, stores, popular songs he may like, etc. When I work with ESL Students, I find that it helps the learning process feel more natural and relevant, when using topics and expressions reflecting who they are and aspire to be--Expressed in English. Then when going to an interview, they can hopefully relax and feel more confident. It's OK to have one's own accent, as long as the speaker is understood. Learning an additional language and fluency takes time. However, it doesn't mean that perfection has to be achieved overnight.

Tutors and instructors can help assess what someone needs to focus on. So, If your friend has a dream and is determined to try studying and earning a degree here in the USA, it can be done!

Answer 5

My philosophy as an educator is to be creative and adapt to the needs of the students. My passion has always been in teaching and giving knowledge while trying to inspire the vision of all students. My philosophy also centers on fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a passion for lifelong learning. I believe in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment that recognizes individual strengths, encourages collaboration, and adapts to diverse learning styles. Continuous feedback and a balance between theory and practical application are key elements in my approach to education for all students. 

Answer 6

First of all your friend needs to learn English before he migrates abroad for an interview. The problem that will face him is he would not be able to express himself and will not get hired, Communication is the key to a successful interview so your friend should take English lessons before the interview.

Answer 7

Is he preparing for the IELTS interview? There are a plethora of resources available to help him with that.

Answer 8

Remember, he's wanting to study abroad to learn another language, culture, history....NOT English.  So, he's needs enough English to convey WHY he wants to study abroad and WHERE, what areas he excels in.   An interviewer will also be looking for someone who is friendly and outgoing because these are important qualities to be successful in study abroad.

 

1. WHY do you want to study abroad?

 

2. WHERE and WHY do you want to study in a particular area?

 

3. WHAT is your best ability?

 

4. WHAT is your weakest ability?

 

5. WHAT are your favorite activities/sports/games?

 

Sharon Kay

Answer 9

Your friend should practice discussing his current work experience, the type of job he is seeking, and why he wants to work at a new company.  He may also be asked traditional questions during an interview about his strengths and weaknesses; in other words, what they are good at and what they are not as experienced with in the workplace.  He should have thoughtful responses to these types of questions.

Answer 10

Well for starters it might be difficult for him to communicate during the interview. Assuming the interview is to determine whether or not he is qualified or apt to study abroad, it could be a major problem for him. Interviews in general are a setting where the interviewer can find out more about the interviewee, and better determine how they stack up against others being interviewed.