As the Scottish Government embarks on an ambitious new international education strategy, there’s a renewed focus on enhancing the country’s reputation as a thriving hub for global learning. The strategy aims to position Scotland as a world leader in international education, by forming connections and partnerships and attracting students, staff and researchers from across the
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, universities are swiftly adapting to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) by establishing guidelines for students on its effective use to meet current employer demands and reduce skills gaps. However, it’s also crucial to address the rising concern around the mental health and wellbeing of students – it’s a
The Middle East is an integral region for global higher education. No longer just known as a source market, the region is becoming a research and academic powerhouse. 81 Middle Eastern universities were ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2024, with the number of ranked universities increasing in six countries since 2022. QS data
Universities are constantly striving to innovate and prepare for the future while navigating a post-COVID world, AI, and increased focus on sustainability. What are the key priorities identified by Reimaginers in shaping the strategies and activities of universities to implement the 2030 Agenda? During an interactive panel at the QS Reimagine Education Conference, leaders in
A university’s reputation can be tough to measure and understand. In our ever more connected world, people’s perceptions of your institution can be affected by a plethora of factors and touchpoints. But this challenge shouldn’t put institutions off from trying to understand and improve their reputation. Establishing a strong reputation for your institution is essential
Technological innovation, pedagogical evolution and changing educational priorities have contributed to the growing popularity of personalised learning amongst higher education institutions. Personalised learning is one such innovation. In short, personalised learning is an educational approach that tailors instruction, content and pace to meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of each student. It emphasises student
Students are the lifeblood of universities, and those that recruit them play a crucial part in enabling universities to achieve their enrolment goals. We spoke to Craig Dove, Acting Head of UK Student Recruitment at the University of Sussex about how he started in his student recruitment role, why he’s stuck around, and his favourite
Enriching the student pipeline with Ben Webb, QS Regional Director for North America Global competition is increasing for the US higher education sector. Mid-tier institutions are facing growing domestic recruitment challenges and financial constraints, placing more emphasis on the need for sustainable international recruitment strategies to close the gap. Historically, the US has been one