World Music Day was on 21 June – people united to celebrate music’s profound ability to bridge cultures and communities through its powerful influence. Despite this celebratory spirit, recent government funding cuts to the Creative Arts field in the UK poses challenges to both domestic and international students seeking a supportive environment for their career
Generative AI is already influencing student decision-making. Over a third of students said that Generative AI had an influence on their choice of course, university and career. That’s according to a new QS report: “Universities, students and the Generative AI imperative”. Here, we’ve pulled together the executive summary and key findings of the report. For
Institutions worldwide recognise that securing good careers post-graduation is a top priority for students. The QS International Student Survey 2024 underscores this – when choosing a university, 52% of prospective international students said that proven graduate outcomes was an important factor in their decision-making. To ensure students are ready for employment, university curricula must align
Is virtual reality a gimmick, a headache or a unique tool for accessibility and inspiration? For research communicators, VR is finally coming of age and it’s likely going to stay. Written by by Rohan Mehra for QS Insights Magazine. Science fiction likes to present scenarios where technology blurs the line between the real world and
In the QS International Student Survey 2023, 77% of students in Africa expect to receive a full and complete response to their enquiry within three days – while 44% say it should be within 24 hours. To that, Michelle Arikpo, QS Regional Director for West Africa said: “It’s worth noting that the responsiveness and efficiency
Experts on a recent panel discussed the importance of graduate outcomes following the release of a QS and Universities UK International (UUKi) report. To mark the launch of the International Graduate Outcomes 2024 report, QS hosted a panel of UK higher education experts to take an in-depth look at what international graduates think about
QS Best Student Cities 2026 is now live. Get the latest results here. Original article: The QS Best Student Cities 2025 rankings are now live! Now in its 12th year, the QS Best Student Cities rankings compare 150 study destinations in indicators important to international students – student feedback, university ranking, affordability, employment opportunities, and
Harnessing the use of digital technology and AI was the core theme of the QS EduData Summit 2024. At the Summit held in Washington D.C, leading voices in higher education underscored the significance of leveraging data and AI to shape educational strategies, enhance learning platforms and improve graduate outcomes. The panel discussion, ‘Bridging the skills