Student life and study abroad blogs

ambassador

Becoming a student ambassador: the benefits and rewards

Hridoy Mozumder became a University of London student ambassador to share his experiences of being a distance learning student with others. Here is everything he has learnt during his role

female STEM student

Women in STEM: overcoming discrimination

Ayushi Somvanshi, a student from a rural village in India, gained a full scholarship to study at Wesleyan College in the US. She used this opportunity to help break down barriers for women to study STEM subjects

Woman packing suitcase

Transferring to my study-abroad university

After deciding to study abroad, international student Charlotte Heinrich enjoyed it so much that she decided to transfer there full-time. Read more about how a study abroad semester turned into a full degree abroad 

Balancing stones

Balancing studies and work: a student’s guide to part-time jobs

Many students will have to work while at university. Here are some ways to balance a part-time job with your studies

November 18 2024

Global Undergraduate winner

Global Undergraduate Awards: 2024 winners

The 2024 winners of the Global Undergraduate Awards have been announced, along with information on how to apply next year

November 8 2024

Hai Nguyen

Studying in the US: how scholarships helped me achieve my dream

Le Dong Hai Nguyen is from a small town in Vietnam. Through a series of scholarships and financial aid packages, he found himself studying in the US, which opened up many opportunities – including the chance to take part in the UN General Assembly

Studying student

Returning to university as a mature student

Mature student Allie Gardner was unsure about returning to university, a few years after she had completed her studies. However, she found it to be a rewarding experience and shares her learnings to help other mature students settle into their studies

Small group of young people sit in a close circle smiling / iStock

Why I chose to study a master’s degree in social work

Chinese international student Yuqi Liu shares his experience studying social work in Australia

Portrait of happy diverse group of interns or students/ istock

Choosing a degree: why did I study business?

Shermaine Saw, an international student from Singapore, shares what led her to study business at the University of Sydney as she completes her final year of the bachelor of commerce programme

women gathered around an invention

Exploring the potential of AI as a student at LSE

Rhea Mall, an international student studying a master’s in data science at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), shares her experience of studying a rapidly developing field and her excitement for the future of AI

Vancouver

Adjusting to university life in Canada

British student Heidi Collie writes about the bumps in the road she faced when moving abroad to study in Canada. She shares her advice to help other students avoid those mistakes

Group of happy medical students using laptop while learning in amphitheater

From nerves to confidence: the roller-coaster ride of a medical student

Amyrathul Munyra shares how she found her confidence as an international student and developed a greater level of resilience 

tourist girl enjoys the view of the majestic and famous Arc de Triomphe

From Kyiv to Paris: leaving home as a university student

Anna Bazarna was a university student in Ukraine when war uprooted her whole life. Here she shares how she continued to take on new challenges and, in the process, found her path

February 29 2024

iStock/Female architect

International perspective: becoming an architect in the UK

Maria Christodoulou, a recent architecture graduate from the University of Sheffield originally from Cyprus, shares how international students can become architects in the UK

February 20 2024

Multi ethnic group of Latin and African American college student friends walking outside University building

International perspective: a Greek student in Sweden

Maria is an international student studying at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden. Here she shares the important tips she thinks all students should know if they are planning to study in Sweden

January 30 2024

Concentrated Black Female Engineer Writing Code. Developing Software for Modern Drone Control in the Research Center Laboratory

Women in STEM: diversity could lead to an equal society

Netta Karjalainen, a chemistry and physics student at the University of Helsinki, shares why she thinks more diversity in STEM could lead to a more equal society

January 25 2024

University of Manchester from above

International perspective: a desire to broaden my horizons led me to the UK

University of Manchester student Jumana Labib provides some insight on why she decided to study in the UK and what factors she considered in making her choice

James Kenneth receiving his global winner award in classical studies at the Global Undergraduate Awards in Dublin 2023

Beyond expectation: winning recognition for undergraduate research

James Kenneth entered the Global Undergraduate Awards 2023 in the hope of getting his research published. He ended up with much more – a prize and the experience of a lifetime

December 5 2023

Student doctors

International perspective: a Canadian student in Ireland

Navkirat Grewal, a medical student, shares her experience studying at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

November 20 2023

Multiracial friends taking big group selfie shot smiling

International perspective: a German student in Australia

Christine Mittler shares her experience studying her PhD in Australia as a German international student

September 19 2023

student and advisor smiling next to an open laptop

20 questions to ask your study abroad adviser

Dreaming of studying abroad and immersing yourself in a new culture? Study abroad advisers can guide you through all the options and ensure your academic adventure is seamless, but it’s important to know what to ask. 

Oxford university with students

Rhodes Scholarship: what does it mean to be a scholar in 2023?

Marinos Bomikazi Lupindo, from South Africa, and Summia Tora, from Afghanistan, are studying at the University of Oxford under the Rhodes Scholarship. They share their experiences applying and being chosen for this opportunity.

,

Alone brunette female in Paris, looking at the Seine

Studying in Paris and facing adversity: Behishta Nazir

Behishta Nazir shares her journey as an international student from Afghanistan now thriving in France

Happy multiracial friends having fun together walking on city street

How studying abroad inspired me to help others

Aram Tufan shares his experience as an international student in London and how this led him to create Happy Student to help others studying abroad

Mexico City

International perspective: an American student in Mexico

Adrian Ogunbunmi, from Texas, shares his experience as an international student in Mexico and how he had to change his mindset and shift his focus

Cumberland Fellows Retreat 2021

International perspective: finding a fellowship in the UK

Julia Buzan, a PhD student from the US, shares some advice for students considering applying to a university overseas

lecture theatre

International perspective: studying a double degree in France, Germany and Singapore

International student Daniil Terletskyy applied for a double degree so that he could have the opportunity to study in Germany, France and Singapore

RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences

International perspective: from Hong Kong to Ireland

Wing Tung Tsui Phoebe provides some guidance for people who are considering studying abroad based on her own experiences of studying in the US and Ireland

Eiffel Tower

Choosing a postgraduate degree in Paris

Ange Bernardin Chambissie Kameni shares his journey from undergraduate in Cameroon to international master’s student in France 

two female students sitting on the floor with their moving boxes, smiling and drinking from mugs

International perspective: moving to the Netherlands for university

Moving to a new country can be a challenge but exciting. Dóra Anna Szeles, a Hungarian student, shares her top tips and advice to those moving to study abroad, like she did, in the Netherlands

Group of students, outdoors, with their arms around one another, smiling

Study abroad: experiences of studying in Asia, North America and Oceania

Elisha Rehan grew up in Malaysia and dreamed of pursuing an environment-related career. Here she explains what it was like to study her undergraduate degree in the US and how it led her to her postgraduate studies in Australia. 

Students looking at the stars with large telescope during the night

International perspective: a Malaysian student in Australia

Rishika Prabhakaran, an astronomy student from Malaysia, shares her experience of studying abroad in Australia

Coins in jar with money stack next to it and a university cap on top

How to prepare to study abroad: my financial journey

Liliana Rivera, a US student from Austin, Texas, shares her advice to help other US students find funding and prepare financially to study in another country 

Multiracial friends taking big group selfie shot smiling at camera

Why study abroad? Stories from international students

Are you considering studying abroad? Students who have studied abroad share why they chose to move abroad for their degree

Robotics Development Laboratory: Black Female Teacher and Two Students Work With Prototype of Robotic Hand. Young Student Telling Something with Smile and Brainstorming with Her Team

Women in STEM: my journey to a PhD in engineering

Indian student Anneshwa Dey was looking for a specific master’s and PhD course in telecommunications and found that the Australian National University was the perfect fit

Happy group of friends in the city using mobile phones and laughing together

Studying in the Netherlands as an international student

Katie Mulry, an American student studying aerospace engineering in the Netherlands, shares her adventure as an international student

Group of cyclists have fun in the Vondelpark, Amsterdam

International perspective: a Spanish student in the Netherlands

Miguel Angel Alcolea Sesse, an international student from Spain, shares his experience as a business administration student in the Netherlands.

The Sun Gate from Above madrid

International perspective: an American student in Spain

Erin Matthews, a US student from the University of Texas, Austin, spent time as an international student Madrid in 2022 and shares her favourite memories of studying in Europe

Students working around a computer

Moving to France as an international student

International student Juan Camilo Victoria shares his experiences of moving abroad to study a master’s degree at a French university

Ha'penny Bridge and Liffey river in Dublin old town, Ireland

International perspective: an Australian medical student in Ireland

If you are considering studying medicine as an international student, Aditi Gupta’s experience as an Australian international student in Ireland may interest you 

Indian students studying in Canada

International perspective: an Indian student in Canada

International student Aditi Singhal shares the reasons why she chose to study in Canada and how she moved there from her home in India

February 24 2023

Aerial view of Canberra from Belconnen

International perspective: an Indonesian PhD student in Australia

International PhD student Krisna Gupta has written a blog about choosing a university in Australia and how he applied for funding for his PhD

February 14 2023

McGill University Winter Scene, Canada

International perspective: a Turkish student in Canada

International student Gaye Padir shares her experience as a Turkish international student working on her degree in Canada 

February 7 2023

Golden hour view of the river Liffey and the Ha'penny bridge in Dublin

The process of studying in Ireland as a Canadian student

Canadian student Bhavya Kapoor shares why she decided to study in Ireland and how her university supported her as an international student

February 3 2023

Classic Prague panorama with Old Town Bridge Tower and Charles bridge over Vltava river at sunset, Czech Republic

International perspective: an American student in the Czech Republic

International student Steven Molchanov shares what attending university in the Czech Republic is like and what his one piece of advice would be for other international students

January 30 2023

tio catalonian christmas logs

International perspective: Christmas in Catalunya

The holidays are approaching, and you may be spending them in a new country as you study abroad. We know that it can be difficult being away from home, but it is a chance to learn about traditions and make new friends, too. Shannon O’Brien, an American student studying in Barcelona, shares her experience during the holidays in Spain. 

December 13 2022

Law Students

International student perspective: finding a community at university

Kinga Rolak, originally from Poland and now studying in the UK, shares her top tips and advice on how to maintain your identity and unique spark at university 

November 7 2022

Barcelona

Studying abroad through the Turing Scheme

After the UK left the EU, it decided to withdraw from the Erasmus programme, too. In its place, it created the Turing Scheme to encourage students to study abroad. Henry Hawkes a student from the University of Nottingham shares his experiences

Switzerland, view from eth old town

International perspective: a PhD student in Switzerland

Dilara Yilmaz has studied in Turkey, Germany and now Switzerland. She shares what it was like to study in these different environments and why she chose Switzerland for her PhD

Student in a wheelchair talking to a friend in the library

International perspective: an Iranian student in Australia

As a wheelchair user, Saman Akbaryan shares how he chose a university to study abroad and how the University of Melbourne supported him in finding accommodation and having the right equipment for his studies

cartoon drawing of disabilities

New country, new school, new cane: studying abroad with a disability

Tabitha Kenlon is writing her thesis on the Marrakesh Treaty to facilitate access to published works for people who are disabled. Here she shares her experience as a visually impaired international student in Ireland.

Europe Festival student panel

Video: tips from current students on studying in Europe

Throughout our 2022 Europe Festival we heard from many students studying in Europe, who shared their tips, tricks and experiences of studying abroad. 

Turin city centre during summer day-Turin, Italy, Europe

International perspective: a German student studying in Italy and France

German student Veronika Islinger decided that the best way to study an international language was to spend time in a country where it is spoken everyday. Her languages degree took her to France during her undergraduate degree and to Italy as a master’s student.

Doha, Qatar

From an Indian village to studying at an international university in Qatar

Sagar Rathi shares his story of coming to Qatar from India, and how a scholarship from Georgetown University is helping him achieve his dreams of continuing his studies

Amsterdam river and boat

International perspective: a Chinese student in the Netherlands

Siyang Dai is an international student from Shanghai, China studying cultural anthropology and development sociology at the University of Amsterdam. Siyang wanted her studies to reflect actual fieldwork in anthropology so she decided to study abroad to experience a new culture

Amsterdam

International student: a US student in the Netherlands

Anna Knes is a second-year forensic science master’s student at the University of Amsterdam. Raised in Chicago and having studied for her undergraduate degree in the US, she shares her experience as an international postgraduate student in the Netherlands

Barcelona, Spain

Studying in Spain as an international student

Canadian student Alexis Bernatchez chose to study for his postgraduate degree in Spain after

faces with speech bubbles

Three tips for overcoming language barriers as an international student

When studying abroad, you may find that you face language barriers, particularly if you are studying in a language that you are not fluent in. International student Sushant Shrestha shares three things that helped him to improve his language skills

Myeongdong district in South Korea

Studying in South Korea as an international student

South Korea is fast becoming a popular destination for international students due to its high-ranking universities and interesting culture. American PhD student Nicki Gerstner shares her reasons why she chose to study there

Gates at Harvard University

Brits in America: the final chapter at Harvard University

Regular THE Student blogger Raphaëlle Soffe shares some final reflections on her time at Harvard University as she prepares to move on to her master's degree

February 22 2022

A group of black university students learning around a computer

From Kenya to the US: my experience of doing a master’s degree at a HBCU

Collins Oswago, studying at Morgan State University, reflects on his experience dealing with culture shock as a student from Kenya at a historically black college in the US

January 17 2022

students at a historically black college

Studying at a historically black college as an international student

Phanuel Heward Cofie, studying at Central State University, reflects on his experience transferring from a university in Ghana to study abroad in the US, including settling in, switching courses and developing his career goals

Girl wearing headphones and learning online

What’s it like going to an all-female university as an international student?

An Indian student in New York and a Chinese student in Canada reflect on their experiences studying abroad at an all-women’s university

December 3 2021

Students raising hand in classroom

Three things that were a culture shock for an Asian student in the UK

Having grown up in Thailand and studied previously in Japan, here are three cultural differences I found studying in the UK and how to navigate them

September 30 2021

A group of students working together

Studying abroad in the UK as an LGBTQ+ international student

An international University of Cambridge graduate reflects on her experience as an LGBTQ+ student and how joining a student society helped her to find a community

September 24 2021

Studying at a US university branch campus in Qatar

Studying at the branch campus of a US university in Qatar

Shikoh’s community work and passion for international politics made Georgetown University Qatar the perfect choice for her

September 22 2021

navigating university as a refugee

Navigating university as a refugee student in the UK

Student, refugee and activist AbdulRahman reflects on his journey into higher education and shares his top tips for refugee students

September 17 2021

Scholarship to Stanford and application tips

Video: how I got into Stanford University as a low-income international student

Indian student Manu Chauhan shares how he landed a full scholarship to Stanford, along with his top tips for applying to prestigious US universities

What's it like studying at a satellite campus?

Vlog: what is it like to study at a satellite campus?

What is a satellite campus and should you apply to one? Three students share their experiences of studying at a satellite campus in Mauritius

Purdue University

Studying at a US university as an Indian student

Amrish Nayak had the opportunity to study for free at a school in India, which in turn gave him the chance to study at Purdue University in the US. Here he shares his story of how he found his place and the opportunities he received on campus

learning English as a second language

Studying at an English-speaking university as a non-native speaker

Worried your language skills might hold you back at an English-speaking university? Here’s how one international student made the transition

Kuala Lumpur skyline

Why I chose to study at a UK university’s branch campus

Sri Lankan student Shamra Rifai chose to study at the University of Nottingham’s Malaysia campus for the range of courses, the UK university credentials and the affordable fees

Virtual study abroad experience

How to do a virtual study abroad experience

While studying abroad has been too much of a challenge in the past few years because of the pandemic, some students at Goucher College in the US undertook a virtual international exchange to gain insights into the study abroad experience

National Student Survey 2021

National Student Survey 2021: overall satisfaction results show varied impact of Covid-19

Explore the full results of the 2021 National Student Survey (NSS) including how satisfied UK students were with teaching, Covid-19 measures and mental health support this year

How to overcome a bad PhD research day

Starting a PhD during the pandemic

Mehul Parekh shares the challenges and uncertainties that came with starting a PhD remotely during the pandemic and how he has learnt to overcome them

Glasgow University student life during Covid-19

Vlog: the A-Z of student life in the UK during Covid-19

University of Glasgow student Michael Barker shares his list of all the things that make up his university life during the pandemic

How to choose where to study abroad

Video: how to choose which university or country to study in

One prospective and two current international students share the criteria and methods they used to find the best university (and country) to study in 

best university vloggers and studytubers worth watching

Ten student YouTubers you should know about

Unsure where to start with university vloggers? Here are 10 channels worth a watch

International student orientation vlog

Vlog: International student orientation week at Charles Darwin University, Australia

Follow international student Sunny Liu as she attends international student orientation week at Charles Darwin University, Australia 

Tips from international students on studying abroad during the pandemic

Video: tips from international students on studying abroad during the pandemic

In this video, five international students share their top tips for university applications, connecting with friends virtually and managing homesickness during the pandemic

February 16 2021

Students reading online articles

How to stay connected when learning from home during Covid-19

Serena Zheng discusses how getting involved with student leadership during Covid-19 helped her both connect fellow international students and stay connected herself

February 15 2021

International student experience: studying at my second-choice university

Studying at my second choice university as an international student

International student Pok Lim discusses how not getting into his first choice university didn’t stop him enjoying his study abroad experience

February 3 2021

best universities in the northeast of the United States

Why the US is a unique study experience for international students

Indian student Aditya Sharma shares the many reasons why international students should choose the US and why he hopes that prospective students will feel more welcome than he did

February 2 2021

Student life, a Chinese student in the UK

Chinese students in the UK are struggling with cultural differences

As well as dealing with the switch to online learning, Chinese PhD students Yi Wang and Fengzhi Zhao state that many international students are struggling with the differences in cultures in adhering to social-distancing regulations

,

January 19 2021

Chinese student, UK, studying abroad, international student, Covid-19, pandemic, lockdown

How a Chinese student in the UK is helping other international students

Chinese student Jian Feng is using his position as international student officer at the University of Leeds to provide support for other international students 

Studying abroad, studying for a PhD in the UK, doing a PhD as an international student

What is it like to do a PhD as an international student in the UK

Algerian student Riadh Ghemmour shares his experiences of studying for a PhD abroad at a UK university

December 8 2020

Study in the UK, covid-19, university, international student

International perspective: an Indian student in the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic

Indian student Sejal Marathe shares how she has adjusted to a new routine during the Covid-19 pandemic and how university has felt different

October 26 2020

international students, student, UK, studying abroad, masters, Malaysia

International perspective: a Malaysian student in the UK

Malaysian student Jodie Koh chose to study in London for the diversity, high-quality education and the opportunity to become a global citizen

covid-19, international student, USA, university, lockdown

International perspective: a British student in the US during lockdown

UK student Raphaelle Soffe shares what it has been like to stay at Harvard University during the lockdown, and how isolation has made the studying feel more intense

Life before and during lockdown: a UK postgraduate’s experience

An international student at the University of Warwick shares how his university experience has changed in the past few months 

International perspective: a British student in South Korea

International perspective: a British student in South Korea

British student Ada Carpenter was unsure whether to return to South Korea for her penultimate year abroad, but now feels content with the choice she made

New Zealand, university, study abroad, Sri Lanka. international, student

International perspective: a Sri Lankan student in New Zealand

Sri Lankan student Sahar Jamal decided to study at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand to take advantage of the flexibility in learning, the professional opportunities and the beautiful scenery

Student alone

International perspective: a Chinese student in Canada during the coronavirus outbreak

Chinese student Tiana Zhao has been studying in Canada for a few years. It is hard to be away from family during this time but she’s thankful to be able to stay at her university

coronavirus, student, university, uncertainty, healthcare

Coronavirus: will I be able to complete my master’s and study in the UK?

Brazilian student Lucas Lavoyer is facing huge uncertainty over whether he can complete his master’s and move to the UK to do his PhD due to the coronavirus outbreak

University of Tartu, Estonia, America, university, study abroad, international, Baltic, higher education

International perspective: an American student in Estonia

The University of Tartu’s old-world charm and small size are two of the most appealing things about studying there, writes American student Annie Healion

Kazakhstan, university, higher education, America

International perspective: an American student in Kazakhstan

After living in Kazakhstan for a few years, US student Anthony Heykoop decided that he wanted to pursue an MBA and was pleased to find a university that matched his requirements in the capital city of Nur-Sultan

February 21 2020

Oxford university

What I learnt from applying to Oxbridge

Somalian student Hamse Abdilahi shares what he learnt through applying to the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge and how students should not be put off by their prestige

January 21 2020

Transitioning from a non-Western university to a Western one: some highs and lows

Transitioning from a non-Western university to a Western one: highs and lows

Learning how adapt to a British university after studying at an Algerian one was a tricky transition for PhD student Riadh Ghemmour

January 15 2020

Studying in the UK as an international student

International perspective: a Polish student in the UK

Despite the nerves about moving to study in a different country, Polish student Weronika Denes believes that studying in the UK was worth it

December 3 2019

Studying at Caltech as an Indian student

International perspective: an Indian student in the United States

Indian student Ramya Deshpande has lived in the US since she was nine, but she was still classed as an international student when applying to study at university in the US

November 27 2019

Indian students studying in Canada

International perspective: Indian students studying in Canada

From extremely cold weather to addressing lecturers by first name, there are many things that Indian students have to acclimatise to when studying in Canada

,

November 12 2019

International perspective: students from Hong Kong in the UK

International perspective: students from Hong Kong in the UK

Making friends, learning local culture and homesickness were some of the things these students from Hong Kong were nervous about when coming to university in the UK. But they ended up having one of the best experiences of their lives

, , ,

October 11 2019

International perspective: a British student in China

International perspective: a British student in China

UK student Warren Stanislaus writes about his experiences studying abroad in China as a BME student 

September 18 2019

A Ghanaian student studying in Switzerland

Pursuing doctoral study in Switzerland

With the help of a prestigious scholarship, Ghanaian PhD student Wilfred Elegba got the chance to study in Switzerland

A day in the life of a student in India

A day in the life of a student in India

If you have ever wondered what it is like to study in India, student Shubham Gupta shares a typical day in his campus life

International perspective: A French student in Switzerland

International perspective: a French student in Switzerland

ETH Zurich is one of the most international universities in the world and this is one of the reasons why French student Romain Jacob decided to study here

phd, work life balance, studying, illness

Finding the work-life balance of a PhD

When constant studying started taking a toll on PhD student Vijay Victor’s physical health, he realised he needed to create a better work-life balance

Tohoku University

A day in the life of a student in Japan

If you’ve ever wondered what it is like to study in Japan, student Zhou Xiang shares a typical day in his campus life

Sorbonne University

International perspective: a Canadian student in France

UBC student Julie Gordon had always wanted to study in Paris and an exchange programme gave her the perfect opportunity to stay

A day in the life of a student in Nigeria

A day in the life of a student in Nigeria

Bowen University student Stephen Atolagbe takes us through a typical day of university life in Nigeria

international, study abroad, university, Germany,

International perspective: an Albanian student in Germany

Albanian student Taulant Yzellari always planned to study further abroad, but the University of Cologne was the most appealing to him

University of Bologna, Study abroad, international, Italy,

International perspective: a Jordanian student in Italy

For Jordanian Marwa Tawarneh, moving to Italy proved a great opportunity to learn the language, eat lots of pizza and experience a new teaching style 

February 21 2019

A day in the life of a student in Singapore

A day in the life of a student in Singapore

Student entrepreneur Jolyn Moh recounts her day as a student in Singapore studying and working on a social media app 

January 29 2019

A week in the life of a student in Brazil.

A week in the life of a student in Brazil

Reading about Brazilian student Hanneli Tavante’s week will bring you an insight into life as a student at a Brazilian university

January 17 2019

Studying in Japan as an international student

Studying at a Japanese university: the experiences of two British students

In the second blog post of a three-part series, student bloggers Warren and Kara explain the benefits of studying abroad in Japan 

,

A Day in the life of a student in France

A day in the life of a student in France

Student blogger Raymond Diab describes a typical day at a university in France

December 24 2018

a day in the life of a student in Canada

A day in the life of a student in Canada

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a student in Canada? Geography and psychology student Becky Bradley shares her daily routine at the University of British Columbia

October 18 2018

Best universities in the United States, student vlog

Vlog: A week in the life of an American university student

Get a taste of what life is like at a US university with this weekly vlog from US student Olivia

September 28 2018

International perspective: a Syrian student in Turkey.

International perspective: a Syrian student in Turkey

Koç University is just as vibrant and diverse as the city of Istanbul, writes blogger Rawia Shaheen

September 6 2018

Brisbane

A day in the life of a student in Australia

Bethanie Patch, who is studying at the University of Queensland, describes a typical day for a university student Down Under

International student: an Indian student in Spain

International perspective: an Indian student in Spain

A lifelong love of Hispanic literature motivated Indian student Subhas Yadav to undertake an Erasmus exchange in Spain

Tsinghua University

International perspective: an American student in China

American student Roan Guinan first encountered Tsinghua University on a school trip, and then later realised it was the right university for him to go to

Studying in Lithuania

International perspective: a Belarusian student in Lithuania

As the home of a number of global companies and many start-ups, Lithuania offers many opportunities to students, says blogger Lydia Lysenkova

International perspective: Poland

International perspective: an Iranian student in Poland

Choosing to study in Poland was an easy choice for Iranian student Daniel Sadr

Studying in New Zealand

International perspective: a Chinese student in New Zealand

A Chinese student at the University of Auckland explains how moving to New Zealand was one of the best things she ever did

Part-time PhD

Studying for a part-time PhD: the challenges and the benefits

A part-time PhD? Yes, it can be done and it can be incredibly rewarding writes, Arthur Krebbers

Why I love studying in London

Why I love studying in London

London is one of the most popular destinations for students. Watch this short video to find out just why so many students love studying in this busy capital city 

Harvard

Brits in America: vlogging a day at Harvard University

Follow Raphaëlle as she takes you around Harvard University, showing you her favourite library and sharing her classes, before heading into Boston to explore art galleries

An international student in Perth, Australia

International perspective: a Zambian student in Australia

Zambian student Mwape Mulumbi decided that heading to Australia would be her best option for developing her career

Copenhagen

International perspective: a Dutch student in Denmark

Studying abroad is a challenge for anyone, even if you’ve already done it before, writes Dutch student Marleen Pol 

Why I love studying at a university in Brussels

Why I love studying in Brussels

Why do students love studying in Brussels? Watch this video to discover the best bits about studying in the capital of the European Union

February 15 2018

Man holds Syrian passport, Luebeck, Germany, 2015

From a Syrian refugee to a UK university student

Amr shares his story of coming to the UK from Syria, and how a scholarship for refugees from the University of Hertfordshire helped achieve his dreams of continuing his studies

February 13 2018

A day in the life of a US university student

A day in the life of a US university student

Avery Muir from Vanderbilt University in Nashville on what a typical day looks like for her as a college student in the US

January 31 2018

Online learning

The real experience of an online-only university student

Online-only learning is on the rise among students – and blogger Rainesford Stauffer explains how studying online gave her the flexibility to work and study 

January 19 2018

Why I love studying in Dublin

Why I love studying in Dublin

More and more students are being attracted to Ireland, but why exactly do students love studying in Dublin so much?

Black Oxford student

Reflections from a University of Oxford foundation year student

A foundation year at the University of Oxford is a stepping stone to an undergraduate degree at the institution or another highly ranked university, writes blogger Cherelle Malongo

December 15 2017

Almudena Catherdral Madrid

International perspective: a British student in Spain

Even as a fluent Spanish speaker, blogger Lili Bidwell says going abroad to Spain as an Erasmus student from the UK was pretty daunting 

November 1 2017

why I love studying in Berlin, university in Berlin

Why I love studying in Berlin

It’s fun, cheap and packed full of students...just some of the reasons why Berlin has become such a popular student city

Harvard University campus

From a waiter working in Singapore to becoming a Harvard graduate

Don't think that Harvard is just for a certain group of elite students, writes one recent master's graduate from lower-middle class Singapore

September 19 2017

Student in Paris

International perspective: a Vietnamese student in Paris

Moving from Vietnam to Paris to study was one of blogger Xuan Bach Chu's best experiences 

International students Budapest

International perspective: a Filipino student in Hungary

Benjamin Jance, a Filipino student at the Central European University in Budapest, reflects on his time there

Studying in Toulouse

International perspective: from Delhi to Toulouse

Indian student Shubham Gupta reveals the best things about studying in France while on a semester abroad

Main building of the American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

International perspective: an American in the UAE

The American University of Sharjah has the highest proportion of international students, according to a THE analysis. Rainie Grant, a US student at the UAE institution, explains what it is like to study there

international students

International perspective: a Canadian in Ireland

Moving from Canada to study at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland has given Kineta Valoo plenty of opportunities to explore Europe

Canal houses, Amsterdam, Netherlands

International perspective: a South African studying in the Netherlands

Bokang Lemaoana outlines his experiences at the NHTV Breda University of Applied Sciences

Hiroshima University

International perspective: a Brazilian in Japan

A Brazilian student studying in Japan highlights the unique opportunities available at Hiroshima University as well as the cultural differences between Brazil and Japan

Student life in Paris

Falling in love with studying in Paris

As Paris has just been named one of the top university cities, one student highlights his experiences as a student in the City of Love

February 28 2017

Register free and enjoy extra benefits