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What to Do on Your Year Abroad in Vienna
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What to Do on Your Year Abroad in Vienna

From Klimt and Freud to hot-dog stands and Schnitzel, Austria’s capital city offers a very broad range of events and activities for tourists and locals alike.

QS Staff Writer · Sep 27, 2017 · 5 min read
Cambridge Ranked Number One in the Good University Guide 2018
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Cambridge Ranked Number One in the Good University Guide 2018

The University of Cambridge has been ranked as the best university in the UK in the 2018 edition of the Good University Guide.

Craig O'Callaghan · Sep 25, 2017 · 3 min read
How to Tell if a Career in Cultural Heritage is Right For You
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How to Tell if a Career in Cultural Heritage is Right For You

If you’re hankering after a graduate job surrounded by culture and history but don’t know your Caravaggio from your Correggio, don’t panic.

Sourced from the web · Sep 25, 2017 · 3 min read
What It’s Really Like to Study Medicine, According to a Current Student
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What It’s Really Like to Study Medicine, According to a Current Student

We asked Serena, a third year student at the University of Central Lancashire, about her life as a medical student.

Sourced from the web · Sep 22, 2017 · 3 min read
Every Important Question You Should Ask at a University Fair
Admissions & Choosing

Every Important Question You Should Ask at a University Fair

When it comes to picking which universities to apply to, there’s no better way to get a feel for whether an institution is right for you than attending an open day or visiting the university in person. Unfortunately, this isn’t always possible.

Craig O'Callaghan · Sep 21, 2017
How to Dress for a Job Interview - on a Budget
Careers Advice

How to Dress for a Job Interview - on a Budget

It’s no secret that job interviews are nerve-wracking, but your nerves are made even worse by the stress of choosing an outfit that screams “hire me”.

Sabrina Collier · Sep 20, 2017
Meet the STEM Graduate Using His Degree to Work on Hit Disney Films
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Meet the STEM Graduate Using His Degree to Work on Hit Disney Films

Of all the possible career paths available to STEM graduates, working at Disney probably isn't the one that comes to mind first.

Craig O'Callaghan · Sep 20, 2017 · 7 min read
7 Reasons Not to Miss the London Design Festival 2017
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7 Reasons Not to Miss the London Design Festival 2017

The UK’s capital city has long been regarded as one of the world’s top destinations for anyone looking to study or work in the creative industries.

Joseph Birdsey · Sep 20, 2017 · 3 min read
Why College Athletes Deserve To Be Paid
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Why College Athletes Deserve To Be Paid

The college football season in the US officially started a couple of weeks ago, with a flurry of games captivating the attention of fans nationwide. The level of attention given to college sports in America can be baffling to an outsider.

Mathilde Frot · Sep 19, 2017 · 4 min read
10 of the Most LGBTQ-Friendly US Universities in 2017
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10 of the Most LGBTQ-Friendly US Universities in 2017

Looking to study in the US, and specifically interested in a positive campus environment for LGBTQ students?

Sabrina Collier · Sep 18, 2017 · 6 min read
UK Tuition Fees Could Fall to £7,500 a Year
University News

UK Tuition Fees Could Fall to £7,500 a Year

According to The Sunday Times, tuition fees in the UK could fall to £7,500 a year, saving students at least £5,000 over a three-year degree.

Sabrina Collier · Sep 18, 2017 · 4 min read
Why You Should Attend a University Fair if You Want to Study Abroad
Admissions & Choosing

Why You Should Attend a University Fair if You Want to Study Abroad

Studying abroad is full of challenges, from learning a new language to making new friends, but one of the biggest hurdles is often getting a place at a university in the first place.

Mathilde Frot · Sep 18, 2017