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10 of the Most Affordable Places to Study Abroad
Studying Abroad

10 of the Most Affordable Places to Study Abroad

This article is adapted from the QS Top Grad School Guide 2016-2017. You can read the most recent version of the magazine online here.

Sabrina Collier · Jul 31, 2018
International Scholarships for UK Students
Scholarships & Finance

International Scholarships for UK Students

Calling all Brits! Check out this range of current international scholarships for UK students to study across the world.

Laura Tucker · Jul 30, 2018 · 6 min read
How to Get a Canadian Student Visa
Studying Abroad

How to Get a Canadian Student Visa

In order to study in Canada, you will need to obtain a Canadian study permit, which serves as a Canadian student visa for the duration of your stay. You do not need a Canadian study permit if your course or program lasts six months or less.

Hasna Haidar · Jul 27, 2018
How Much Does it Cost to Study in Europe?
Scholarships & Finance

How Much Does it Cost to Study in Europe?

Want to study in Europe, but unsure about the costs? Read on to discover the average costs of tuition fees and living expenses in a range of European countries – and to find out about opportunities to study in Europe for free!

Chloe Lane · Jul 26, 2018
Best Cheap Eats in Melbourne
Where to Study

Best Cheap Eats in Melbourne

The cultural capital of Australia, Melbourne has no shortage of great places to eat - round every corner there’s bound to be an amazing cafe or restaurant to tempt you.

Chelsea Davies · Jul 25, 2018 · 3 min read
Why Are Women Frequently Settling for Lower Salaries Than Men?
University News

Why Are Women Frequently Settling for Lower Salaries Than Men?

I admit, I’ve been guilty of this too. I have found myself, on numerous occasions, quite contently negotiating a rather insignificant sum when asked about my minimum salary expectation in job applications.

Belkis Megraoui · Jul 24, 2018 · 9 min read
Best Day Trips from Melbourne
Where to Study

Best Day Trips from Melbourne

If you're settling in to Melbourne to study, you're in for an incredible few years in Australia's most cultural and artistic city.

Chelsea Davies · Jul 23, 2018 · 4 min read
How One University Is Aiming To Transform Mexico
Where to Study

How One University Is Aiming To Transform Mexico

Every student, at one time or another, dreams of changing the world. Whether it’s a dream such as winning the battle against climate change, or maybe writing a beautiful novel, the thought of one day accomplishing something amazing can often be the...

Sourced from the web · Jul 23, 2018 · 3 min read
The Surprising Benefits of Graduating with a Dual Degree
Admissions & Choosing

The Surprising Benefits of Graduating with a Dual Degree

Are you considering embarking on a dual, double or joint degree? Students have so many study options nowadays, it can be confusing to decipher some of the higher education lingo.

Sourced from the web · Jul 23, 2018
Top Universities in US by Subject
Where to Study

Top Universities in US by Subject

The US offers one of the widest selections of top universities in the world, and is very well-represented in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018, with a US university appearing in each of the 48 subject ranking tables covered.

Sabrina Collier · Jul 20, 2018 · 7 min read
How to Find the Right Part-Time Job For You
Careers Advice

How to Find the Right Part-Time Job For You

People choose to work part-time for a number of reasons, such as balancing family and life with work, supplementing a freelance career or business, experimenting with different careers, and starting part-time in the hopes of becoming a full-time...

Ella Patenall · Jul 20, 2018
Find Out Why This Irish City Is A Hit with Art Aficionados
Where to Study

Find Out Why This Irish City Is A Hit with Art Aficionados

Move over Paris; Cork has the wind in its sails. Cork is making waves as a cultural destination, as its university courses and festivals continue to attract talent from all over the world.

Hayden Young · Jul 20, 2018 · 4 min read