Educational News

International Students Still Recommend the UK

July 14, 2017

Good news for the UK: a recent study found that international students in the UK have higher levels of satisfaction than their global peers. What does this mean? The UK’s a great place to study abroad. Let’s take a closer look.

Will Your Next College Care Package Be Delivered By Robot?

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July 12, 2017

Coordinating deliveries in and around universities can be a massive logistical undertaking. Now, several universities in China have some extra “manpower” when it comes to getting things where they need to go: Robot deliveries. Read on for a closer look at the application of this technolo...

Stepping Up To Stop Dangerous Moneylending in China

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July 7, 2017

China recently issued a directive curtailing the dangerous and yet rapidly growing online moneylending phenomenon targeted at student borrowers until measures could be taken to safeguard the well-being of students. Here’s a closer look at the situation, along with at the impetus for government...

Fears Ease Up Over Impact of Trump Travel Ban on International Studies

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July 6, 2017

When the Trump administration’s travel ban was first announced, it sent shockwaves of concern through the international studies community. Following a revision of the ban which went into effect last week, experts say international students have less reason for alarm.

Study English to Beat the Gender Pay Gap in the UK

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July 4, 2017

We’ve reported that the gender pay gap is alive and well—but it may be dwindling in the UK, especially if you study certain subjects in certain places. Let’s take a closer look at you can beat the gender pay gap in the UK.

How Do Erasmus Cities Stack Up?

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July 3, 2017

If you’re thinking of studying abroad, you have a long list of destinations from which to choose. The good news? Each is amazing in its own way. The bad news? Trying to choose between them can be overwhelming. In order to help students sort through the glut of information and get a better pict...

China Tightens Requirements for International Students

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June 27, 2017

Planning on studying in China? If so, you may have a class or two to add to your semester’s load. According to a recent report from the South China Morning Post, international students will now have to take compulsory courses in law, culture and language. Here’s a closer look at th...

Sri Lanka Gets $100M in Higher Education Funding

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June 23, 2017

The World Bank has approved a grant for $100 million to support higher education in Sri Lanka, according to a recent World Bank press release. Here’s a closer look at where the funds will go, along with how stakeholders expect the investment will both improve higher education and spur economic...

China Invites Moroccan Students to Study at its Universities

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June 20, 2017

With over 80 business initiatives already in place in Morocco, China is looking to the future by encouraging Moroccan students to study at its universities. Let’s take a closer look at the partnership and what it means for students from both countries.

STEM Students May Miss Key Concepts, According to a New Study

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June 16, 2017

If you’re a STEM student struggling in a science class, take heart: there’s probably a good reason why. That reason might have something to do with whether you’re an “abstract” learner or an “exemplar” learner. Let’s take a closer look.