Education - Expat Magazine
Japan
Tokyo is the second best city for students according to the QS World Best Student Cities ranking 2019. Tokyo takes the second place for the second year in a row. Two years ago, that same city was stuck at the 7th position. How can one explain this sudden interest international students seem to show in Tokyo? What are they coming to Tokyo for?
Work, curiosity, quality of life (or all of these combined) are excellent reasons to move to a new country. But expatriating with a child brings some legit, culture-related points to the equation of the expat life. How does raising a child in an environment that is unfamiliar even to you as a parent impacts their upbringing and cultural identity? Read through to find out ways to help your child navigate through the culture of your host country, and make the most of being a Third Culture Kid.
Switzerland
Switzerland is not just banks and chocolate. The country also offers excellent quality of life and a plethora of other benefits for expatriates. So much so, that expats have chosen Switzerland as their favorite country in the HSBC Expat Explorer 2019. Here is what makes Switzerland a country of choice for expatriates...
Following the release of the Teaching and Learning report of the OECD, which aims to provide insights into education systems as well as the conditions for teaching and learning in the OECD countries, we've decided to take a closer look at one of the avenues of moving abroad— teaching.
For many years, the USA has remained one of the top destinations worldwide for working and studying abroad. However, the latest statistics show a significant drop in the number of enrollments at American universities (6.6% according to a study conducted by the Institute for International Education) in the past few years. What explains this decline and where are international students now moving to?
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Corne Beneke is in his first year of an actuarial sciences degree at the Oral Roberts University in the United States. Holder of academic scholarships, Corne tells Expat.com what to expect when applying to American universities…
As part of new International Education Strategy to increase income generated by international students in the UK, British authorities will now allow students to stay for up to a year after completion of their study program.
15, 880. These are the official numbers obtained from the University and College Admissions Service (UCAS). They show that 33% more Chinese students have applied for university in the UK this year than the year before. A record! But it does not stop here, there has also been a 9% rise in the number of admissions from international students.
You are all about the expat life and have always wanted to move abroad, but now that you have children, you have a lot more to consider before making the leap of faith. You cannot just leave it to chance. If you are looking for countries where your children will benefit from quality education and childcare at a reasonable price, HSBC Expat Explorer has put together just the list you need.
Learn a foreign language, make friends from all around the world, get a better quality education or even getting to know a new culture. Studying abroad can be an incredible adventure. And one that most of us dream about. But, it is -somewhat mistakenly- believed to be expensive. Quality education does not always mean you have to splash the cash! Not even (or especially) if you want to study abroad. If you have always wanted to study abroad, but are not quite sure whether you will be able to afford it, here is a list of the top 10 countries where you could study. The list was compiled by QS Top Universities.
As a year has just begun, it's high time for you to unwind your plans and get started in fulfilling each of them. Choosing the best destination has never been an easy task, whether you're seeking a better life or new career prospects abroad. Expat.com gives you an insight into the best cities to live, work or start a business in according to a recent global study by the Mori Memorial Foundation.
Gender equality might not be one of your main concerns if you're looking to settle and work abroad. However, it's a crucial issue for women who are planning to work or study, adapt more easily, and even join politics. Have a look at some of the world's best countries for gender equality according to the latest World Economic Forum report.
London is without any doubt a favourite destination for those looking to live, study, work or set up a business in the United Kingdom. However, life in the UK doesn't revolve around London since many other cities – some of which you might not have considered till now – provide a range of opportunities for expats, regardless of their long-term plans. Have a look at the most dynamic and promising cities in the UK according to the Good Growth for Cities 2018 report by PricewaterhouseCoopers.
If you're currently pursuing higher studies or you have just graduated, you're probably looking at career prospects that are within reach. Universum conducted a research among students living in twelve of the world's largest economies. Find out more about the long-term ambitions and expectations of Generation Z from the global labour market.
Every year, the UNDP's (United Nations Development Program) Human Development Index ranks countries according to the quality of life they provide, taking into account factors like life expectancy, expected and mean years of schooling, as well as gross national income per capita. If you're looking to move abroad, Expat.com gives you an insight into five countries with the highest standard of living and where you're likely to thrive at a professional and personal level.
The Arab world's competitiveness is promising, as long as the countries in the region commit to economic and social reforms, and accomplish the erosion of persisting inequalities. One solution for a more open and prosperous economy in the Arab world is for its countries to further invest in an entrepreneurial private sector, which will create employment opportunities for the youth. In general, the Arab world needs to diversify its economy by shifting from natural resources to dynamic entrepreneurship, and at the same time fund education, innovation, and connectivity projects.
Besides a country's economic and political stability, and its cultural and historical wealth, reputation is another factor to be considered, whether you're moving alone or with your family. The Reputation Institute published its yearly ranking of the world's most reputable countries according to their attractiveness. Ethics, security, natural beauty, lifestyle, quality of life, and friendliness and hospitality are some of the aspects taken into account. Discover five of the world's most reputable countries.
Moving abroad is often motivated by the quest for better living standards. Like every year, the Economist Intelligence Unit publishes its Global Liveability ranking based on a range of criteria including stability, education, healthcare, infrastructure, culture, and environment. To help you choose your next destination, Expat.com gives you an insight into six of the world's most liveable cities.
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