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mentalfiction:
At first glance, you will OBVIOUSLY say UK but here's the deal...
I want to do Aeronautical Engineering and I have been accepted into 3 universities all over UK on conditional offers (applied to one other as well, haven't received a reply as of yet).
I am also going to apply to a university in Dubai, and, not meaning to sound cocky, but I'm confident I'll get accepted there as well.
The only problem is this, my mother wants me to study HERE, and NO WHERE else. She is adamant and I have tried and tried to make her change her mind but it mostly resulted in me getting yelled at and being sent to my room (T_T).
My father on the other hand, wants me to go to the UK.

I asked around and some people suggested that I do two years here and then transfer to a university in UK. But then I talked to other people (including a counselor) and they said that I may probably have to study some things all over again, and honestly, I'd rather not waste my time like that so I guess this doesn't count as a valid option.

My mother suggests I study my undergrad here and do my postgrad in UK, but I'm not even planning on doing my postgrad so, not exactly a great idea either. So in the end, I decided you know what, I'll just study here, the education seems good enough, etc etc.

However, a few days ago I talked to two counselors, and they both suggested I study in the UK, and then come back and work here, or wherever. And honestly, I can see how that makes sense because studying in the UAE means I get jobs only in UAE, few elsewhere, but studying in the UK would give me the flexibility of being able to work anywhere without as much of a hassle as I would if I studied in UAE.

But now, how do I convince my mom? And I'm still wondering if I should go to the UK because honestly, I am not the most mature and responsible person out there so I'm a little wary about living by myself, and whether it would be safe or not.

Pleeaaaseee reply~~ the slightest input would help.

Romeesa-Chan:
Hmmm ... studying in UK has both it's pros and cons as you mentioned. You yourself need to decide the weightage between the two and make your choice.

If you choose that it's UK being the best of the two then try convincing your Mom with your Dad's help. :)

Plus, if you're a Muslim - I suggest doing Istikhara prayer. Always helps. ;)

MKh:
ASSALAAM O ALAIKUM,

I can see your problem there. So what's the reason your mom doesn't want you to study in the UK? Is she worried about you being alone?
I would defintely also suggest you to go over and study in the UK since you will have a promising future, INSHA ALLAH.

Try to ask your dad to convince your mom since he must be having better reasons for allowing you to go over to the UK that both of your parents will understand. Whoever you ask will suggest you to study in the UK and come back and work in the UAE, since the education in the UK will equip you for life and the salaries in the UAE are really high and are continuing to increase.

The UK is not an unsafe place. Students are highly respected there. If you face any problems, you can always contact your university. My brother also studies there and before going there when he used to live with us, he was the most careless person I ever knew. But now he is changed. Students from all over the world from a variety of backgrounds, young and older, go there to study. But it is a matter of your mom and you will have to ask your dad to help you to convince your mom. Moreover, you can also try to convince your mom yourself when she is happy and calm.

I would finally suggest that if your dad has got the means to support you throughout your stay there, go for it. Try to convince your mom by giving her examples like when you come back from the UK, you can get a job as soon as you get back to the UAE and you can always visit them during the long vacation breaks and it is only 3 years or so.

Hope this helps.

Alpha:
Going to the UK is really worth it since it could even get you a job in Mars. Do your best to seize your opportunity.

Grow up into a stable and responsible person enough to be confident yourself. Let your thoughts and actions show that you can be mature and independent.
That would get rid of your mother's fears. You won't need to convince her then. :)

sweetsh:
Hello,
What university in Dubai are you thinking of applying to? Does it have Aeronautical Engineering?
I highly recommend you go for the UK option. Let your father talk to her, your future is too important. And you can go back to Dubai during vacations :) Plus Skype is making distances shorter everyday :)

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