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What to Expect When You Study an MSc in Luxury Management and Marketing
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What to Expect When You Study an MSc in Luxury Management and Marketing

Dubbed the “industry of excellence”, it’s easy to see why luxury brand management is an attractive field for graduates who like the finer things.

Hayden Young · May 29, 2019 · 3 min read
8 Ways to Boost Your Career Prospects While at University
Careers Advice

8 Ways to Boost Your Career Prospects While at University

It’s getting to the time of year when final-year students are coming to the end of their university journey and gearing themselves up for the next life milestone – securing their first graduate job.

Stephanie Lukins · May 24, 2019
10 Amazing Female Computer Scientists You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
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10 Amazing Female Computer Scientists You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Back in March, we interviewed Sue Black, a Professor of Computer Science and Technology Evangelist at Durham University, who told us she believes female role models in the sector aren’t discussed nearly as often as they should be.

Sabrina Collier · May 23, 2019 · 5 min read
How Much Does it Cost to Study in the US?
Scholarships & Finance

How Much Does it Cost to Study in the US?

While the US remains the world’s most popular destination for international students, it’s also among the most expensive choices.

Laura Bridgestock · May 17, 2019
6 Reasons Why You’ll Love Studying an MSc in Digital Marketing and Data Science
Admissions & Choosing

6 Reasons Why You’ll Love Studying an MSc in Digital Marketing and Data Science

Did you know that more than 2.5 quintillion bytes of data is created every single day? From likes to swipes, streams to clicks, the digital world is exploding with data being produced at speeds once thought impossible.

Stephanie Lukins · May 16, 2019
From Singapore to Russia: My Summer School Experience
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From Singapore to Russia: My Summer School Experience

Jiashin Ling (pictured in the center above) currently studies at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, specializing in ecology.

Zoe Wong · May 13, 2019 · 5 min read
10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Austria
Where to Study

10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Austria

In September 2015 I, somewhat unexpectedly, found myself in Austria at the beginning of a six-month Erasmus exchange program. I say somewhat unexpectedly because before applying to university I hadn’t considered studying abroad, let alone in Austria.

Jenny Scott-Russell · May 10, 2019 · 6 min read
How to Tell If a Career in Medical Physics Is Right for You
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How to Tell If a Career in Medical Physics Is Right for You

The demand for medical physicists in China and other regions across Asia is looking to skyrocket in the next decade or so, with an estimated 12,000 job openings expected, especially in the coming era of proton therapy.

Stephanie Lukins · May 9, 2019
4 Reasons Why Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Engineering is Kind of a Big Deal
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4 Reasons Why Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Engineering is Kind of a Big Deal

When it comes to pursuing a career in engineering, whether it’s resources engineering, sustainable materials or even innovative recycling, specialist skills and knowledge are vital if you want to stand out compared to other job candidates.

Zoe Wong · May 7, 2019 · 4 min read
5 Unique Jobs You Can Get with a Master’s in International Hospitality Management
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5 Unique Jobs You Can Get with a Master’s in International Hospitality Management

So, you want to get your foot in the door of the international hospitality management industry, but you’re not sure which job is right for you?

Stephanie Lukins · May 7, 2019
5 Incredible Things I’ve Achieved with My Music Education Degree
Studying Abroad

5 Incredible Things I’ve Achieved with My Music Education Degree

Gigi Lam Chi-ying has achieved many admirable accomplishments in the world of music and theater education since graduating from The Education University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Education (Honors) in 2011 and a Master of Arts in Music...

Stephanie Lukins · May 3, 2019 · 4 min read
10 Must Have Items to Pack for Your Trip to Australia
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10 Must Have Items to Pack for Your Trip to Australia

You’ve booked your flights, sorted out your visa and planned your trip to Australia, and now comes the hard part… what to pack?!

Carly Williams · May 2, 2019 · 4 min read