5 Most Popular Study Abroad Destinations Globally

 A life-changing experience

International experience develops a global outlook that gives you a competitive edge once you step into the professional world. Studying abroad challenges you to step out of your comfort zone which encourages you to develop a practical approach. Diverse knowledge, cultural sensitivity, intercultural competence, global mindset, global network, new skill set, new language, flexibility are some of the reasons to study abroad. In the contemporary business world of innovation and competition, global exposure can help you accelerate your career growth.

1. Study in Canada

In 2019, 26 Canadian universities joined the QS World University Rankings. Canadian courses are highly recognized around the world. Canada is a culturally diverse country and you will find that Canadians are warm and friendly.

Highlights

• Canada is popular among international students for its Postgraduate Work Permit (PGWP)

• The multicultural and culturally sensitive country was home to 6,40,000 international students in 2019

Popular Universities

• University of Toronto

• University of British Columbia

• McGill University

• Université de Montréal

• University of Alberta


2. Study in the United States of America

The United States of America ranks first in the world as it is the best study abroad destination and is also the most famous among international students. USA courses will invite international recognition. According to the QS Rankings 2019, 12 US universities are among the top 20 international universities.

Highlights

• There were approximately 10,95,000 international students studying in the US in 2019

• America is known for being a melting pot of culture and being culturally sensitive

• Hub for Research and Development

• Known as a tech hotspot

Popular Universities

• Harvard University

• Stanford University

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

• University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

• Columbia University


3. Study in Germany

After the US and the UK, Germany is the most preferred study abroad destination with its 13 renowned universities out of the top 250 universities. Germany spends 5% of GDP on education.

Highlights

• Low or no tuition fees attract most international students

• Despite the low tuition fees, Germany is popular for its highly efficient education system

• Popular for Internships

Popular Universities:

• Jacobs University

• Technical University of Berlin

• RWTH Aachen University

• University of Freiburg

• Bauhaus University


4. Study in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is the second most popular education hotspot worldwide. Did you know that the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) conducts regular assessments to ensure a quality education? According to the QS World University Rankings, 2019, the top 4 universities in the UK are ranked among the top 10 universities in the world.

Highlights

• Around 4,85,000 international students were studying in the UK in 2019

• Flexible and research-oriented education system

• Also, 76 UK universities have been ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2019. included in

Popular Universities

• University of Oxford

• University of Cambridge

• Imperial College London

• University of Edinburgh

• University of Manchester


5. Study in Australia

You can explore Australia for any stream of study but it is well-known for courses in business management, humanities, and science. Did you know Australia reserves ~5% of its GDP for education? No wonder QS ranking places Australia in the top three for easy access to higher quality education.

Highlights

• 35 top Australian universities are featured in Times Higher Education rankings

• 1,100 universities and institutions offering 22,000 courses

Popular Universities:

• University of Melbourne

• University of Sydney

• Australian National University

• University of Queensland

• Monash University

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