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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.
TOEFL: The Basics
Need to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for university admissions or student visa applications? Find out what to expect and how to prepare for this English language test, with our quick guide.
IELTS: The Basics
Need to sit the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam to get on a course, but don't know a thing about it? Then our beginner’s guide to this popular English language test is for you!
Which English Test Should I Take?
What are the differences between the variousEnglish-proficiency tests out there? And which should you take? Read our guide to find out.
Understanding the Methodology: QS World University Rankings
Ever wonder how the QS World University Rankings work? Or the reasoning behind this? Here's some answers to some common questions regarding the methodology we use.
Top 10 Things to do in the UK
Thinking of studying in the UK? Make sure you check out our top 10 things to do in the UK as an international student.
Canada: Ten Things To Do
There's plenty to keep you occupied in the world's second-biggest country. Here's Our top 10 things to do whenstudying abroad in Canada.
Denmark: Ten Things To Do
Choose to study abroad in Denmark and you'll find more than enough to keep you busy. Here are our top 10 things to do if you choose to head to Scandanavia's southernmost outpost.
France: Ten Things To Do
We drew up a list of 10 things we think you ought to do if you study abroad in France.
Italy: Ten Things To Do
If you're studying abroad in Italy , make sure you complete our top 10 things to do while in the country.
The Netherlands: Ten Things To Do
Ever wondered what our top 10 things to do while studying abroad in the Netherlands were? Well, wonder no more!
Top 10 Things to do in Spain
Thinking of studying in Spain? Get inspired with our list of top 10 things to do in Spain.
Distance Learning: Spotting the Scams
The growth of distance learning has been accompanied by a number of scams, in which students pay for degrees that turn out to be worthless. Find out how to spot these 'diploma mills'.