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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.
Why a Degree With a Placement Year is Better
Students looking for their first job fresh out of university without any prior work experience can find themselves ensnared in a vicious catch-22.
Why Copenhagen is One of the Happiest Student Cities in the World
There’s an ethereal effortlessness to life in Copenhagen, a city which consistently tops surveys of the world’s best places to live.
Universities in Scandinavia With the Lowest Tuition Fees
Scandinavian countries are increasingly popular with international students, with thousands attracted to living and studying here by the region’s strong academic reputation and extremely high quality of life.
How to Feel Better Prepared for the Real World After Uni
Finishing university can feel like a really scary time. After years spent in a world of structured education, set deadlines and clear, visible goals, you’re let out freely into the world with seemingly unlimited options.
5 STEM Degrees With Amazing Career Prospects
The fast pace of technological advances, from smart cities to cyber-security, means there’s never been a better time to pursue a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics).
Women in STEM: How Universities Can Fill The Gender Gap
Despite widespread concerns about the number of women working in STEM fields, recruiting women to STEM programs at university isn’t as much of a struggle as you might assume.
5 Career Tips to Get Ahead in Hospitality Management
Hospitality is the largest employment sector in the world, according to a report from last year by Ernst & Young, but it doesn’t take in-depth analysis to look around and see it’s a booming and highly profitable sector.
Which Australian Universities Do Employers Value the Most?
James Cook University has received the highest satisfaction rating from employers, in a new survey of Australian universities.
11 UK Universities Where Every Student Gets a Degree
Getting a university degree is never meant to be easy. Three or more years aren’t spent working all night in the library or slogging through a dissertation because it’s fun – you do it because the prize waiting at the end is worth the hassle.
Studying Abroad In The Basque Country Was The Best Decision I Ever Made
Juan Pablo, a 22-year-old Mexican student shares his impressions of the Basque Country, where he studied at Deusto Business School.
Everything You Need To Know About Interview Assessments
If you'll be applying for your first graduate job later this year, you’ve probably already been made aware of how important it is to polish your resume and produce a tailored cover letter for each job you apply for.
7 Ways to Quickly Improve Your English Language Skills
If English isn’t your first language, you might find you need to take an English language proficiency exam such as the IELTS or the TOEFL as part of your application to study abroad.