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QS World University Rankings: A Brief History
Rankings Articles

QS World University Rankings: A Brief History

This year marks the 10th anniversary edition of the QS World University Rankings, first published in 2004.

Hayden Young · Sep 2, 2013 · 2 min read
India, South Africa, UK: University News
University News

India, South Africa, UK: University News

Sushma Verma is a 13-yr-old girl in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, who has already completed school and three years of college, and will start a master’s degree in microbiology at Lucknow University next week, reports NDTV.

Zoe Wong · Sep 2, 2013 · 2 min read
QS World University Rankings® 2013/2014: Overview
Rankings Articles

QS World University Rankings® 2013/2014: Overview

Guest writer: John O’Leary, executive member of the QS Global Academic Advisory Board What’s changed in this year’s QS World University Rankings?

Hayden Young · Aug 30, 2013 · 4 min read
How To Get The Most Out Of University Rankings
Admissions & Choosing

How To Get The Most Out Of University Rankings

Choosing a university and degree program is a major life decision, and can often seem like a daunting prospect.

Laura Bridgestock · Aug 29, 2013 · 11 min read
Russia, Sweden, Liberia: University News
University News

Russia, Sweden, Liberia: University News

Anglia Ruskin University in the UK will be training managers of one of Russia’s biggest employers, Russian Railways, reports the BBC.

Jane Playdon · Aug 29, 2013 · 2 min read
Egypt, China, Netherlands: University News
University News

Egypt, China, Netherlands: University News

Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines have begun repatriating their nationals because of the rising violence in Egypt, reports University World News.

Hayden Young · Aug 23, 2013 · 3 min read
Will a Masters Degree Improve Your Employment Prospects?
Careers Advice

Will a Masters Degree Improve Your Employment Prospects?

While it is generally accepted that there’s a correlation between higher levels of education and better career opportunities, how much of an advantage does a master’s degree provide compared to an undergraduate qualification?

Jane Playdon · Aug 22, 2013 · 7 min read
Top 10 Universities for Medicine in 2013
Courses

Top 10 Universities for Medicine in 2013

To view the latest version of this article based on the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019, click here, or read on for the 2013 results.

Jane Playdon · Aug 21, 2013 · 6 min read
Grad School Advice: How to Choose a Masters
Admissions & Choosing

Grad School Advice: How to Choose a Masters

Are you getting ready to apply to grad school, but not sure where to start? Get some grad school advice to help you choose a Masters program.

Laura Bridgestock · Aug 19, 2013
UK, US, China: University News
University News

UK, US, China: University News

Several UK universities are offering scholarships to the brightest students in order to fill seats, reports The Telegraph. Some are offering perks such as laptops, gym memberships, and cheap accommodation, books and software.

Hayden Young · Aug 13, 2013 · 3 min read
How to Become an Entrepreneur at University
Careers Advice

How to Become an Entrepreneur at University

Starting your own business may seem like a daunting process at first. The good news for university students and applicants, however, is that your school may provide you with the resources you need in order to become a successful entrepreneur.

Sourced from the web · Aug 5, 2013 · 8 min read
Grad School Application Tips
Admissions & Choosing

Grad School Application Tips

Chosen which grad school or schools you want to apply to? Get ready to impress with these grad school application tips – from admissions staff themselves.

Laura Bridgestock · Aug 5, 2013