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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.
Valencia
Spain’s third-largest city, located about 350km south of Barcelona on the east coast, Valencia is probably best known for being the spiritual home of the delicious rice-based dish paella.
Gold Coast
The second-largest city in the state of Queensland (and the sixth-largest in Australia), Gold Coast boasts 52km of golden sands and 300 sunny days per year, and even has a suburb named ‘Surfer’s Paradise’.
Sharjah
Sharjah is the third-largest city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the state that shares its name.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle (or Newcastle-upon-Tyne), the largest city in north-east England is diverse, vibrant and welcoming.
Warsaw
The capital and largest city in Poland, Warsaw is situated close to the center of the country, on both sides of the river Vistula, and has a distinctive character and spirit.
Daejeon
Although not as well-known as capital city Seoul, South Korea’s fifth-largest metropolis has grown from humble origins to become a major science and research center, known for its focus on innovation.
Rome
Where to start with the Italian capital? Well, most people probably start with the main sights – the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Forum, the Spanish Steps or the catacombs.
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Nottingham
Known for its proud links to the Robin Hood legend, Nottingham is located in the East Midlands of England in the UK, and affectionately referred to as the ‘Queen of the Midlands’.
Hsinchu
Although not as well-known as many of the cities in the QS Best Student Cities ranking, Hsinchu is a great option for those who want to study in Taiwan but would prefer a smaller, more laid-back student city to the bustling capital, Taipei.
Quebec
If you like picturesque and historic cities, you can’t really do much better than Quebec City. Founded in the early 17th century, Quebec is the capital of the province with which it shares its name, and of French-speaking Canada as a whole.
Gothenburg
Sweden’s second-largest city, this port town is renowned for its continental feel and its friendly locals, with a fairly large student population.