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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.
How to Apply for a PhD in the US: Advice from a Successful Applicant
Greek student Platon Selemenakis is pursuing a PhD in the US at Colorado State University, specializing in cancer biology.
9 Approaches to Grad School Funding
You’ve examined your personal motivations for attending grad school, outlined what you hope to achieve from the course and drafted a list of departments you’d die to be a part of, but one major issue still remains: money (or lack thereof).
Prospective Students Believe Brexit Will Damage Careers
A new survey of current and prospective students across Europe shows that a majority believe the UK’s exit from the EU will have a damaging effect on their future employment prospects.
7 Sensible Reasons to Study Medicine in the UK
If you’re looking to gain international experience, receive top medical education of the highest standards, or gain hands-on exposure to some of the world’s most exciting medical technology, give studying medicine in the UK some thought.
Veterinary Scholarships Around the World
Do you love animals and want to pursue a degree in veterinary science, but need some additional funding? Read on for an overview of veterinary scholarships in the US, Europe, Australia and elsewhere.
6 Amazing Ways to Boost Your Earning Potential
Keen to increase your earning potential? If so, now could be the time to reinvent yourself. No matter where you are professionally, with the right training and strategy, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t move up the corporate ladder.
7 Things That Have Changed Completely About University
Millennials starting university this year can expect a completely different experience from their parents, as higher education adapts to a new economic landscape and job market, the world of digital communication, and the ongoing march of...
Top 7 Tips to Cope with Empty Nest Syndrome
While empty nest syndrome, the feeling of grief at seeing one’s children leave home for the first time, is not a clinical condition, it can nonetheless be a very upsetting change, especially for parents with children studying miles, if not...
5 Amazing Reasons to Study Abroad in Finland
Welcoming almost 30,000 international students every year, Finland is a growing study destination… And it’s not hard to see why!
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
There are many disability scholarships available worldwide, providing financial assistance for students with a physical, sensory or learning disability, or a mental health condition.
Top Universities in the US for Computer Science
Are you thinking of studying computer science in the United States? The country has a strong presence in the computer science ranking in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, boasting an impressive 90 entries out of the...
Subject Rankings 2016-2017 – QS Vs Times Higher Education
The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2016-2017 by subject, launched today, includes two new rankings dedicated to computer science and business and economics.