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In-depth analysis of QS, THE, ARWU, and US News university rankings. Admissions guides, study abroad strategies, and campus life insights to help you choose the right university.
Perspectives & Insights
Perspectives
Rankings analysis, admissions guides, and university insights.
7 Signs Your Medical Degree Is Worth It
The University of Central Lancashire’s School of Medicine offers the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) for international students from across the globe.
Johannesburg
The largest city in South Africa with over nine million people, Johannesburg (or Jo’burg) is the country’s economic and commercial hub, with a prominent skyline and mining trade.
Ankara
Turkey’s capital and second-largest city, Ankara is located in the north-western part of the country, and although it may seem like a bustling concrete jungle on first glance, a closer look will reveal that the city has much to offer international...
Nanjing
Nanjing (“southern capital”) is the capital of China’s Jiangsu Province and a major center of culture, education, research, transport and history, recognized as one of the country’s four great ancient capitals.
St. Petersburg
Up 10 places in the Best Student Cities ranking this year, Russia’s second-largest city, St. Petersburg is noted for being at the forefront of much political and social change during its 300-year history.
Bogotá
Colombia’s capital and largest city, Bogotá has transformed its image in recent years from a city known largely for its high crime rate, to a cosmopolitan and vibrant metropolis.
Istanbul
Straddling two continents on the Bosporus strait, Istanbul is a real mix of east and west, and a melting pot of cultures.
Stanford Leads Unicorn League of Billion-Dollar Start-Ups
Stanford University leads the Unicorn League, a table showing the 15 universities with the most unicorn founders amongst their alumni.
Athens
Greece’s capital and largest city, Athens has a history dating back thousands of years, and has been called the cradle of western civilization as well as the birthplace of democracy.
Riyadh
The capital and most populous city in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is one of the richest cities in the world, demonstrating the country’s highly developed infrastructure with its modern skyscrapers and highways.
Budapest
Hungary’s capital and largest city, Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and one of its most-visited.
Top 100 Student Cities for 2017 – Coming Soon!
The QS Best Student Cities 2017 , due to be published on 15 February, will celebrate the world’s 100 best cities for international students, and for the first time the results will incorporate direct feedback from students around the world.