Germany has been named the most supportive country for overseas students, according to a recent international league table. The British Council’s Global Gauge survey placed the UK in the third spot, reflecting the changes in attitudes mounting due to increased fee hikes and proposed visa restrictions that will affect international students in the country.
Home Secretary Theresa May’s controversial plans aim to reduce net immigration and limit UK visas for international students in order to cut immigration from 215,000 to 100,000 by 2015. Such plans in action would hurt the UK economy substantially, with a blow of nearly £5bn-a-year that is driven by international students alone. Income from students outside of the UK and Europe has doubled over the last decade, amounting to 10 percent of UK universities’ total funding. Compounded by the recent fee increases proposed by the coalition government, international students in the UK would not only have to pay more, but would have an even slimmer chance to be allowed entry to be educated in the UK.
It is no wonder then that the Europe is proving to be a tempting alternative for international students looking to study abroad in globally recognised institutions. Higher education is countries such as Sweden, Germany, France and Denmark are fast becoming the answer as more international students sign up for degrees in Europe. And with the recent figures from UNESCO’s Institute for Statistics noting a sharp increase in international students across the world, making particular note of Asian countries such as China, India and South Korea contributing vastly to the income of the academic market in the West, it is clear that Asian students are hungry for an education abroad and are looking to make the best choices for an experience, not just a degree.
Pic: Linkoping University.
It is not surprising then that there are 5 European universities competing head-on with their UK counterparts in the latest Times Higher Education universities rankings. Asian students are looking for a package deal if they are to shell out high tuition rates – they are looking for places with high standards of education, a culturally integrated society, interesting university social life and hospitality that goes out to make international students feel at hone. Throw in a foreign language to learn and you’ve got a winning mix.
And European universities are successfully catering to a palate of cultures to make an education in the region the most tempting, the most inviting and the least intimidating. From tailored programmes and high involvement in university life, at some European universities (such as those in Germany and France), students can choose to study their whole programmes in English without having to resort to a word of the native language. With such intimate details being looked after, Europe is quickly climbing the ranks to become the education destination for Asian students.
With a plethora of programmes to choose from in several different countries, here are 25 European universities we feel should top your list.
UPPSALA UNIVERSITY
Situated in one of the largest cities of Sweden, Uppsala University (UU) lies just 70km north of Stockholm and is the oldest centre of higher education in Scandinavia. With a vibrant and diverse student community, UU holds several prestigious rankings and is considered to be one of the finest higher education institutes in Europe. Its world-renowned master’s programmes make it a top destination for international as well as local students while its modern infrastructure is the keystone to its cutting-edge research programmes that are lauded across the world. The university boasts of high levels of student participation along with the institution’s highly flexible and recognised approaches to maximize best results. For a university that is more than 500 years old, Uppsala University is the perfect example of the high standards of learning that can be found in Europe. Read the full profile…
Situated in one of the largest cities of Sweden, Uppsala University (UU) lies just 70km north of Stockholm and is the oldest centre of higher education in Scandinavia. With a vibrant and diverse student community, UU holds several prestigious rankings and is considered to be one of the finest higher education institutes in Europe. Its world-renowned master’s programmes make it a top destination for international as well as local students while its modern infrastructure is the keystone to its cutting-edge research programmes that are lauded across the world. The university boasts of high levels of student participation along with the institution’s highly flexible and recognised approaches to maximize best results. For a university that is more than 500 years old, Uppsala University is the perfect example of the high standards of learning that can be found in Europe. Read the full profile…
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LINKOPING UNIVERSITY
Another fine institution, Linkoping University is known for its unique interdisciplinary approach to programmes, making it a popular choice for Asian students. It was the first university in Sweden to offer such diverse programmes such as Industrial Engineering and Management, Cognitive Science and Information Technology and Engineering, making it the perfect stop for students who wish to study different modules under the same degree. Its tradition of innovation is visible in its multi-faceted approach that makes it a leading figure in Medicine, Engineering and Computer Science amongst others and has earned the institution high repute in research and educational training. If you’re looking for a truly unique experience that combines high standards of academics with innovative learning techniques, Linkoping University is the place for you. Read the full profile…
Another fine institution, Linkoping University is known for its unique interdisciplinary approach to programmes, making it a popular choice for Asian students. It was the first university in Sweden to offer such diverse programmes such as Industrial Engineering and Management, Cognitive Science and Information Technology and Engineering, making it the perfect stop for students who wish to study different modules under the same degree. Its tradition of innovation is visible in its multi-faceted approach that makes it a leading figure in Medicine, Engineering and Computer Science amongst others and has earned the institution high repute in research and educational training. If you’re looking for a truly unique experience that combines high standards of academics with innovative learning techniques, Linkoping University is the place for you. Read the full profile…
FREE UNIVERSITY BERLIN
Germany’s Freie Universität in Berlin is a leading research institute and is internationally recognised as a platform for academic excellence. The university has been one of nine German institutions to win the German Universities Excellence Initiatives and has been placed on listings such as the QS World University rankings as the best educational institute in Germany, sixth most popular in Europe and 27th on the world rankings. Freie Universität Berlin has established contacts with several top universities across the world such as UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cornell, Stanford, Princeton, Yale and Columbia in the US and Cambridge and University College London in the UK.
Germany’s Freie Universität in Berlin is a leading research institute and is internationally recognised as a platform for academic excellence. The university has been one of nine German institutions to win the German Universities Excellence Initiatives and has been placed on listings such as the QS World University rankings as the best educational institute in Germany, sixth most popular in Europe and 27th on the world rankings. Freie Universität Berlin has established contacts with several top universities across the world such as UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cornell, Stanford, Princeton, Yale and Columbia in the US and Cambridge and University College London in the UK.
SWISS FEDERAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY ZURICH
Switzerland’s Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) gives UK universities stiff competition, ranking fourth in the recent Times Higher Education Europe list. With an 83.4 percent overall score, ETH Zurich boasts of its excellent engineering, science and technology programmes and is widely reputed to be Europe’s answer to America’s MIT. With spots in the top 15 in world rankings regularly, ETH Zurich’s distinguished alumni have won Nobel Prizes in the past, including one of its most famous alumna, Albert Einstein. However, studying in this prestigious institution is not easy – ETH students were found to be the busiest students in Switzerland with curriculums sometimes twice as demanding as other Swiss universities. But when such a distinguished academic reputation is at stake, one could not imagine otherwise.
Switzerland’s Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) gives UK universities stiff competition, ranking fourth in the recent Times Higher Education Europe list. With an 83.4 percent overall score, ETH Zurich boasts of its excellent engineering, science and technology programmes and is widely reputed to be Europe’s answer to America’s MIT. With spots in the top 15 in world rankings regularly, ETH Zurich’s distinguished alumni have won Nobel Prizes in the past, including one of its most famous alumna, Albert Einstein. However, studying in this prestigious institution is not easy – ETH students were found to be the busiest students in Switzerland with curriculums sometimes twice as demanding as other Swiss universities. But when such a distinguished academic reputation is at stake, one could not imagine otherwise.
ÉCOLE NORMALE SUPÉRIEURE DE PARIS
The École Normale Supérieure in Paris is one of France’s most recognised institutes of higher learning, ranking eighth on the Times Higher Education Top European Universities. The university has produced 12 Nobel Prize laureates. Paris and its romantic reputation does not simply make it a tourist destination, it has lately become a magnet for Asian students, especially those from India, who have fallen in love with the language, the culture and the nostalgic appeal of France. The university is not just a home to high learning but has a tradition in academic achievement and its international repute continues to grow every year.
The École Normale Supérieure in Paris is one of France’s most recognised institutes of higher learning, ranking eighth on the Times Higher Education Top European Universities. The university has produced 12 Nobel Prize laureates. Paris and its romantic reputation does not simply make it a tourist destination, it has lately become a magnet for Asian students, especially those from India, who have fallen in love with the language, the culture and the nostalgic appeal of France. The university is not just a home to high learning but has a tradition in academic achievement and its international repute continues to grow every year.
MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY
One of Netherland’s oldest cities, Maastricht is home to the popular Maastricht University (UM), an international university renowned for its innovative teaching, recognised research portfolio and a dynamic and diverse student body. Nearly half the university’s population is international, making it the perfect melting pot of languages, cultures and traditions – a fine mix for not just exemplary academic learning but a deeper understanding of other countries. With a running theme of international integration, UM has several student-exchange partnerships across the world to practically encourage cultural diversity. UM offers several international scholarships and has a rich university life that students can contribute to.
One of Netherland’s oldest cities, Maastricht is home to the popular Maastricht University (UM), an international university renowned for its innovative teaching, recognised research portfolio and a dynamic and diverse student body. Nearly half the university’s population is international, making it the perfect melting pot of languages, cultures and traditions – a fine mix for not just exemplary academic learning but a deeper understanding of other countries. With a running theme of international integration, UM has several student-exchange partnerships across the world to practically encourage cultural diversity. UM offers several international scholarships and has a rich university life that students can contribute to.
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ÉCOLE POLYTECHNIQUEFrance’s leading educational institute for engineering, École Polytechnique prides itself on its strong culture of excellence. Its internationally recognised degree courses, both for undergraduate and master’s levels, draw the strongest candidates who are keen to be a part of this legacy. The institute has a strict selective entrance exam applicable to French and international students. With 20 percent of its population foreign, École Polytechnique is home to students from China, India, Singapore and Malaysia, amongst others. The institute prides itself on promoting innovation and hosts more than 20 laboratories with eight major areas of research.
UNIVERSITY OF GÖTTINGEN
In the ninth spot on the Times Higher Education Top Europe Universities list, University of Göttingen is one of Germany’s highest-ranked universities. Informally known as Georgia Augusta, the university is associated with 45 Nobel laureates including Max Planck and Werner Heisenberg. The university’s most famous tradition is that of sitting PhD students who have passed their oral doctoral tests in a decorated wagon and driving around the inner city to arrive at Marktplatz, the central square, which hosts the statue of Gänseliesel. The “newly born doctor” then climbs up to the statue of Gänseliesel, kisses it and hands bouquets of flowers to it.
In the ninth spot on the Times Higher Education Top Europe Universities list, University of Göttingen is one of Germany’s highest-ranked universities. Informally known as Georgia Augusta, the university is associated with 45 Nobel laureates including Max Planck and Werner Heisenberg. The university’s most famous tradition is that of sitting PhD students who have passed their oral doctoral tests in a decorated wagon and driving around the inner city to arrive at Marktplatz, the central square, which hosts the statue of Gänseliesel. The “newly born doctor” then climbs up to the statue of Gänseliesel, kisses it and hands bouquets of flowers to it.
UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN
Denmark’s oldest and largest research institution, the University of Copenhagen is home to nearly 40,000 students, including 5,000 foreign students who are either full-time, exchange or guest. It boasts of eight faculties and more than 100 departments and research centres. With four campuses in central Copenhagen, the university is the perfect place to immerse yourself in educational excellence and a throbbing cultural experience in the heart of the beautiful Nordic country. The university has prominent partnerships with Australia National University, University of California Berkeley, National University of Singapore, Cambridge University, Oxford University, University of Tokyo and Yale University amongst others.
Denmark’s oldest and largest research institution, the University of Copenhagen is home to nearly 40,000 students, including 5,000 foreign students who are either full-time, exchange or guest. It boasts of eight faculties and more than 100 departments and research centres. With four campuses in central Copenhagen, the university is the perfect place to immerse yourself in educational excellence and a throbbing cultural experience in the heart of the beautiful Nordic country. The university has prominent partnerships with Australia National University, University of California Berkeley, National University of Singapore, Cambridge University, Oxford University, University of Tokyo and Yale University amongst others.
KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET
This popular university in Sweden is one of Europe’s largest medical universities. It is the only non-US medical school ranked in world top 10 listings and accounts for 40 percent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden. The Karolinska Institutet Nobel Assembly handles the awarding of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine and is also a member of the League of European Research Universities. This recognised medical university is definitely the place to study for aspiring doctors.
This popular university in Sweden is one of Europe’s largest medical universities. It is the only non-US medical school ranked in world top 10 listings and accounts for 40 percent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden. The Karolinska Institutet Nobel Assembly handles the awarding of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine and is also a member of the League of European Research Universities. This recognised medical university is definitely the place to study for aspiring doctors.
UNIVERSITY OF HEIDELBERG
Germany’s oldest university has 12 faculties and offers degrees in around 100 disciplines. AGerman Excellence University and a founding member of the League of European Research Universities, the institution is also a part of the Coimbra Group and the European University Association. The university’s 600th anniversary, celebrated in 1986, chose as its motto: ‘A Tradition for the Future’, a statement that aptly reflects the pride and reputation of this “productive scholarly republic”. Ruprecht, the university’s student newspaper, has a large distribution and has been recognised as the country’s best student newspaper. The city of Heidelberg offers a spectrum of attractions ranging from its compelling architecture to a vibrant student nightlife, with several parties being held throughout the city, the university’s fraternities and dormitories, and in the neighbouring city of Mannheim which hosts an even more diverse nightlife.
Germany’s oldest university has 12 faculties and offers degrees in around 100 disciplines. AGerman Excellence University and a founding member of the League of European Research Universities, the institution is also a part of the Coimbra Group and the European University Association. The university’s 600th anniversary, celebrated in 1986, chose as its motto: ‘A Tradition for the Future’, a statement that aptly reflects the pride and reputation of this “productive scholarly republic”. Ruprecht, the university’s student newspaper, has a large distribution and has been recognised as the country’s best student newspaper. The city of Heidelberg offers a spectrum of attractions ranging from its compelling architecture to a vibrant student nightlife, with several parties being held throughout the city, the university’s fraternities and dormitories, and in the neighbouring city of Mannheim which hosts an even more diverse nightlife.
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TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN
Arguably Ireland’s most prestigious university, Trinity College in Dublin has a history of more than 400 years of academic excellence. The institution boasts of its research and teaching techniques, which look towards enhancing the learning experience of each individual and integrating them into an inclusive university life. Trinity College Dublin retains a strong campus atmosphere and the campus itself is one of Dublin’s most significant tourist attractions – home to buildings of architectural merit from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is a strong sporting culture at the institute with 50 sport clubs affiliated to Dublin University Central Athletic Club (DUCAC). Its newest addition, the American football team, was accepted into the IAFL in 2007.
Arguably Ireland’s most prestigious university, Trinity College in Dublin has a history of more than 400 years of academic excellence. The institution boasts of its research and teaching techniques, which look towards enhancing the learning experience of each individual and integrating them into an inclusive university life. Trinity College Dublin retains a strong campus atmosphere and the campus itself is one of Dublin’s most significant tourist attractions – home to buildings of architectural merit from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is a strong sporting culture at the institute with 50 sport clubs affiliated to Dublin University Central Athletic Club (DUCAC). Its newest addition, the American football team, was accepted into the IAFL in 2007.
UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
Established in 1632, the University of Amsterdam (UvA) boasts of its interesting amalgamation of modern education and rich history. With more than 30,000 students and 250 programmes of study, UvA is one of the larger comprehensive research universities in Europe. It is strongly rooted in internationalisation with about 85 of its programmes being taught in English. Not to mention the added attraction of being situated in Europe’s tourist hotspot, Amsterdam. The city is the financial and cultural capital of the Netherlands and is home to several large Dutch and international companies – an exciting start point for job-hunting graduates. The city has also been ranked 13th globally for its quality of living.
Established in 1632, the University of Amsterdam (UvA) boasts of its interesting amalgamation of modern education and rich history. With more than 30,000 students and 250 programmes of study, UvA is one of the larger comprehensive research universities in Europe. It is strongly rooted in internationalisation with about 85 of its programmes being taught in English. Not to mention the added attraction of being situated in Europe’s tourist hotspot, Amsterdam. The city is the financial and cultural capital of the Netherlands and is home to several large Dutch and international companies – an exciting start point for job-hunting graduates. The city has also been ranked 13th globally for its quality of living.
LUND UNIVERSITYSweden’s Lund University is consistently ranked in the world top 100 universities and is considered to be one of northern Europe’s most influential institutes. According to the university website, 82 percent of its graduates receive permanent employment within six months. With 80 master’s programmes, the university offers 500 courses taught in English. Its eight faculties are distributed within Lund with additional campuses in Malmöand Helsingborg. Lund has a vibrant student life and the university hosts its famous “student nations” that form an integral part of campus life. The university has strong exchange programmes and partnerships with Leeds University in the UK, University of Heidelberg in Germany and University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, amongst others. Sweden prides itself on its international environment, with 89 percent of Swedes speaking English.
UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONASpain’s most prominent university, Universitat de Barcelona, has more than 60,000 students and hosts a wide range of programmes from undergraduate to doctorate level. It’s a widely renowned research facility and sets a benchmark in Spanish education. The university website boasts of its urban and international culture that is integral to its innovative teaching techniques. Six campuses and almost 600 years of tradition translate into 100 departments, eight faculties and a very integrated international culture – all with a Spanish flair. The city of Barcelona itself is associated with an urban fabric that culminates into a cultural pot of experiences. And the university campus itself, spread throughout the city, is intermittently linked to this hub of cosmopolitan activity.
UNIVERSITÀ DI BOLOGNA
The oldest operating university in the world, Universita Di Bologna (UB) is the pioneer behind the term universitas, used during its foundation, which many believe to be as early as 1088. With about 100,000 students and 23 faculties, the university has campuses in several Italian cities including Reggio Emilia and Ravenna. Famous for its degrees in law, UB is specifically well known for canon and civil law. Father of plastic surgery, Gaspare Tagliacozzi, studied medicine at UB back in the 16th century. Despite the institute’s illustrious past, UB prides itself on its multicampus approach that works towards encouraging functionality and quality university life. UB has maintained a spot in the top 200 universities for consecutive years and is a definite stop for an education entrenched in hundreds of years of history.
The oldest operating university in the world, Universita Di Bologna (UB) is the pioneer behind the term universitas, used during its foundation, which many believe to be as early as 1088. With about 100,000 students and 23 faculties, the university has campuses in several Italian cities including Reggio Emilia and Ravenna. Famous for its degrees in law, UB is specifically well known for canon and civil law. Father of plastic surgery, Gaspare Tagliacozzi, studied medicine at UB back in the 16th century. Despite the institute’s illustrious past, UB prides itself on its multicampus approach that works towards encouraging functionality and quality university life. UB has maintained a spot in the top 200 universities for consecutive years and is a definite stop for an education entrenched in hundreds of years of history.
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UNIVERSITY OF OSLO
The homepage of the University of Oslo (UiO) has an article about Storm Shopping as explained by its professor, Fred Espen Bent – or in other words, trading for financial profit based on weather as available on the Chicago Stock Exchange. A perfect example of the interesting teaching techniques employed by its staff, UiO is Norway’s oldest and largest university with almost 30,000 students, eight faculties and three museums. Situated just a few minutes from the capital’s city centre, UiO offers several student villages with guaranteed accommodation for international students. The beautiful city of Oslo is the perfect place to complete your studies, with picturesque views from the fjord to forested hills surrounding you – not to forget availability to meet all tastes, from art to sport.
The homepage of the University of Oslo (UiO) has an article about Storm Shopping as explained by its professor, Fred Espen Bent – or in other words, trading for financial profit based on weather as available on the Chicago Stock Exchange. A perfect example of the interesting teaching techniques employed by its staff, UiO is Norway’s oldest and largest university with almost 30,000 students, eight faculties and three museums. Situated just a few minutes from the capital’s city centre, UiO offers several student villages with guaranteed accommodation for international students. The beautiful city of Oslo is the perfect place to complete your studies, with picturesque views from the fjord to forested hills surrounding you – not to forget availability to meet all tastes, from art to sport.
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY MUNICHGermany’s Technische Universität München (TUM) is a leading institution of higher learning in the country and is notably famous for its interdisciplinary studies and its talent promotion. It offers a vast range of programmes from engineering, natural and life sciences, medicine and economics. With 130 programmes of study, TUM has partnerships with about 140 universities across the world and double degree agreements with more than 20. Its 25,000 students about 5,000 international students and the university encourages them to partake in multiple fields of study. There are several international programmes on offer, taught either completely in English or in German and English, including Aerospace Engineering and ESPACE-Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology.
AARHUS UNIVERSITY
Another leading Danish university, Aarhus University (AU) ranks in the top 100 in university listings. Wikipedia refers to it as belonging to the “international elite” and the university itself claims to be bringing together “in-depth expertise with interdisciplinary collaboration” in a close interplay “with the world at large”. With almost 40,000 students and 10,000 staff, AU is a lavish spread of scientific innovation, research and learning. The university is looking to double its PhD intake which, at last count, stood at 2,000. It is also looking to expand its intake of international students which currently stands at 4,000. It has a dedicated professional unit known as the International Centre to assist foreign students into an easy transition.
Another leading Danish university, Aarhus University (AU) ranks in the top 100 in university listings. Wikipedia refers to it as belonging to the “international elite” and the university itself claims to be bringing together “in-depth expertise with interdisciplinary collaboration” in a close interplay “with the world at large”. With almost 40,000 students and 10,000 staff, AU is a lavish spread of scientific innovation, research and learning. The university is looking to double its PhD intake which, at last count, stood at 2,000. It is also looking to expand its intake of international students which currently stands at 4,000. It has a dedicated professional unit known as the International Centre to assist foreign students into an easy transition.
UTRECHT UNIVERSITYNetherland’s Utrecht University (UU) is one of the oldest and largest in the world and is consistently ranked in the global top 100 universities. With nearly 30,000 students and 9,000 staff, the university has an annual budget of more than £600m. UU boasts of its international student culture which draws together 130 nations to contribute to its study and research programmes. Its modern facilities and student services are an added benefit to foreign students, with UU relentlessly working towards making the programme an experience to remember. Its Young Leaders League, a selective programme at graduate level, is well recognised and arms the student with solutions to modern challenges to a globalised world including Sustainability and Growth, Entrepreneurship and Ethics. This programme also allows students to participate in master classes held by leaders of the corporate and public governance world.
UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS
The oldest university in Greece is a goldmine of rich culture amalgamated with academic excellence. It was during the Greek revolution in the 19th century that the idea of establishing a university emerged and since then this university has never looked back. It has been significant in the production of knowledge and culture in the country and today is the largest university in Greece with 32 faculties and more than a 100 postgraduate programmes. Its 150 odd laboratories, scores of clinics and four hospitals, and six libraries are all equipped with the latest facilities and provide for a modern education reflecting years of tradition. The scope of integration is reflected in the university’s international attitude which has a high intake of foreign students and hosts several exchange programmes throughout the year.
The oldest university in Greece is a goldmine of rich culture amalgamated with academic excellence. It was during the Greek revolution in the 19th century that the idea of establishing a university emerged and since then this university has never looked back. It has been significant in the production of knowledge and culture in the country and today is the largest university in Greece with 32 faculties and more than a 100 postgraduate programmes. Its 150 odd laboratories, scores of clinics and four hospitals, and six libraries are all equipped with the latest facilities and provide for a modern education reflecting years of tradition. The scope of integration is reflected in the university’s international attitude which has a high intake of foreign students and hosts several exchange programmes throughout the year.
Pic: Uppsala University.
UNIVERSITY OF LIEGE
Belgium’s popular university was founded in the early 19th century and today ranks as a leading university in Europe. It boasts of its “pluralistic vocation” which is demonstrated through its open culture of sharing and imbibing knowledge. It encourages debate amongst its students to initiate personal thinking and initiative and its active involvement in research projects across Europe is widely recognised. It has several projects under way to increase its internationalisation and is the perfect place for Asian students to absorb the diversity of the country. It also has active exchange programmes for its students to exploit. Armed with 8 strong faculties and a historically enriched town, Liege is definitely worth exploring.
Belgium’s popular university was founded in the early 19th century and today ranks as a leading university in Europe. It boasts of its “pluralistic vocation” which is demonstrated through its open culture of sharing and imbibing knowledge. It encourages debate amongst its students to initiate personal thinking and initiative and its active involvement in research projects across Europe is widely recognised. It has several projects under way to increase its internationalisation and is the perfect place for Asian students to absorb the diversity of the country. It also has active exchange programmes for its students to exploit. Armed with 8 strong faculties and a historically enriched town, Liege is definitely worth exploring.
WARSAW UNIVERSITYThis is Poland’s largest and most prestigious university and is a leading influence in the intellectual and cultural life of the country. With over 55,000 students, Warsaw University offers a wide variety of programmes from journalism to oriental studies and also makes 41 language courses available to its student body. Several e-courses are also offered at its Centre for Open and Multimedia Education. The institute sprawls over three campuses through the capital city and tourist and entertainment hotspots are just a stone’s throw away from university buildings.
UNIVERSITY OF VIENNAWith almost 90,000 students and 180 programmes, the University of Vienna (UV) is the largest institute of higher learning in Austria and in constantly ranked in the world top 100 universities. Especially known for its Arts and Humanities programmes, UV works towards creating and sustaining high standards of innovative teaching and research. Established in 1305, Austria’s largest university today is spread over more than 60 locations. The university makes international networking a priority and this is demonstrated through its several exchange programmes and internal international population. The university is also keenly associated with over 300 partner institutions and students from around 130 countries attend the University of Vienna each year.
UNIVERSITY OF BELGRADESerbia’s oldest and largest university has a student population of nearly 90,000 with 31 faculties and eight research institutes. With 15,000 new entrants each year, the university offers multidisciplinary graduate studies. Culture and sports play a heavy role in student life at this Serbian university. Teachers and associates of the University of Serbia form the majority of the scientific potential in Serbia.
Source: Asia Correspondent
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