Well, today I would like to remind again the important decisions that really changed my life a lot. That was when I decided to study abroad in Australia. So the stories began at the time when I just finished the university entrance test, or as known as high school graduation, the exams in Vietnam. And me and my parents were discuss and talk a lot about the university choices in both Vietnam and also in other countries as well. At that time, we had a lot of options. M just went choosing the most suitable university for my abilities. And also at that time, um, when I was still in a class, the teachers also, uh, handed out the papers that require students to choose at least of five to six universities. That depends on theabilities that rankings from the first top, the middle tops, and also the down below. But other time I picked two and three. I think the top design universities in Vietnam. But my parents is kind of against my choice because they knew that those universities are, uh, out of my reach. And they also would recommend that to study in a university abroad in Australia. This called RMIT. Well, at first, to be honest, I have never heard of that university before. I was very concerned if I was able to cat up with, um, catch up with the flows there because all of the courses are delivered in English. Um, although my English can be considered as enough to communicate. But. But at other times I was doing having some multiple choices that getting. Also I have m one of my top university. That was also my favorite.
Band 5+: Describe an important decision you have made in your life. You should say: - what the decision was - what other choices were available to you - why you made the decision you did And explain if you think the choice was the right one.
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One of the most significant decisions I've made in my life was choosing to study abroad in Australia. This decision came about after I finished my university entrance exams in Vietnam. My parents and I had many discussions about my future, considering both Vietnamese and international universities. We had a wide range of options, and I initially focused on finding the best fit for my abilities. My teachers also provided guidance, suggesting we apply to several universities based on their rankings. I initially chose two or three top design universities in Vietnam, but my parents were hesitant. They felt these universities were beyond my reach and recommended I consider studying at RMIT University in Australia. To be honest, I had never heard of RMIT before. I was concerned about being able to keep up with the coursework, as it was all delivered in English. While my English was sufficient for communication, I wasn't sure if it would be enough for academic study. Ultimately, I had to weigh my options carefully. I had a strong desire to attend one of the top universities in Vietnam, but my parents' concerns about the feasibility of that path, coupled with the opportunity to study abroad, made me reconsider. The prospect of a new experience and the chance to improve my English skills in an immersive environment were very appealing. In the end, I decided to follow my parents' advice and pursue a degree at RMIT. It was a challenging but rewarding experience, and I believe it was the right decision for me. It allowed me to broaden my horizons, develop my independence, and gain valuable skills that have been essential in my career.
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