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Unusual Masters Courses Worldwide
Admissions & Choosing

Unusual Masters Courses Worldwide

From popular musicto martial arts, Tim Rogers explores some of the most unusual master's programs available around the world.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012
Studying Chemistry in Germany: Student Profile
Where to Study

Studying Chemistry in Germany: Student Profile

Chemistry student Chris Pezley explains what motivated him to move from the US to study in Germany, and why he'd recommend the choice to others.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 3 min read
QS University Rankings: Latin America - Methodology
Rankings Articles

QS University Rankings: Latin America - Methodology

Published annually since 2011, the QS University Rankings: Latin America shines a spotlight on the top universities in Latin America based on seven key indicators.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 2 min read
International Higher Education Roundup: 6 October 2011
University News

International Higher Education Roundup: 6 October 2011

The French ministries of the interior and employment have announced that it will be made harder for students from outside the EU who have studied in France to change their student visas into work visas.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 5 min read
Best Value International Study Destinations
Scholarships & Finance

Best Value International Study Destinations

For a more recent article on this subject, click here. Tim Rogers reveals some of the world’s best-valuedestinations for international students.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012
International Chemistry Olympiad: 2011's Winner
Where to Study

International Chemistry Olympiad: 2011's Winner

The winner of the 45th International Mendeleev Chemistry Olympiad, Yernur Tolep, is still beaming in the afterglow of his victory.

Zoe Wong · Oct 30, 2012 · 3 min read
Employers Value International Student Experience: QS Report
Careers Advice

Employers Value International Student Experience: QS Report

New QS research shows that a majority of employers worldwideplace value on international experience when assessing graduate job applications, John O'Leary reports.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 4 min read
International Higher Education Roundup: 3 November 2011
University News

International Higher Education Roundup: 3 November 2011

After two years of negotiations, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology – the world’s third best university according to the 2011 QS World University Rankings – and Russia’s Skolkovo Foundation have announced plans to build a new university near...

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 4 min read
Studying in Hong Kong: Student Profile
Where to Study

Studying in Hong Kong: Student Profile

UK undergraduate Gareth Lewis recalls the ups and downs of his year studyingat the University of Hong Kong.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 4 min read
Study Abroad Agents: British Council Report
Studying Abroad

Study Abroad Agents: British Council Report

A new British Council report looks into why students around the world use agencies when applying to study abroad, and examines regional differences.

Zoe Wong · Oct 30, 2012 · 3 min read
International Higher Education Roundup: 8 December 2011
University News

International Higher Education Roundup: 8 December 2011

Our guide to higher education news from around the world. The European Commission (EC) has proposed increasing funding for research and innovation by US$30 billion as part of its Horizon 2020 program, which will dictate the EC’s scientific policy...

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012 · 5 min read
Student Jobs: Pros and Cons
Scholarships & Finance

Student Jobs: Pros and Cons

Kanika Tandon outlines the benefitsand downsides of taking on a student job during your time at university.

QS Staff Writer · Oct 30, 2012