Grad School News
Art and Design- Driving the technological renaissance
A plethora of different jobs can be found within the world of art and design, says JAMES DONALD. The only problem is, so many people are after them. [more]
Finance- The need for postgraduates is growing
As financial markets tighten, more and more students with postgraduate finance qualifications are needed. JAMES DONALD opens the door to Cass, one of the UK’s leading business schools. [more]
A shortage of scholars- Why undertake a PhD in business?
After dedicating five years of time, energy, frustration and passion to a PhD, where do doctoral graduates go? Many head into the corporate world, but American organization DocNet is encouraging them to stay in the world of academia. Ann Graham finds out what DocNet’s agenda is. [more]
A passion for law- The dean developing IE Law School speaks
He holds an LLM and a PhD from Harvard. He’s been an adviser to the Spanish prime minister’s office and has been admitted to the New York Bar. Professor José M de Areilza, dean of one of the world’s most prestigious law schools talks to Ann Graham about social structures, complex problems and... [more]
Partnering up in Spain - Eduespaña puts students and institutions in touch
Thinking of studying, living or working in Spain? Chances are you’ve come across Eduespaña – if not, you soon will. Eduespaña is the organization dedicated to making student life as easy and enjoyable as possible. Ann Graham talks to Eduespaña’s deputy director Pedro Carreras. [more]
View From The Top: Alexis de Bretteville, CEO of Michael Page International
Michael Page is an international recruitment consultancy with 166 offices in 28 countries around the world. Alexis de Bretteville CEO of Michael Page International talks with Mark Cenedella, founder and CEO of job portal TheLadders™ about job listings, recruitment and today’s job market. [more]
View from the top: Dr Krishna AchutaRao, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Dr Krishna AchutaRao: Associate Professor Centre for Atmospheric Studies Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Dr Krishna AchutaRao is one of a new breed of Indian academics and researchers who, having lived and worked abroad for many years, are now bringing their international experiences back... [more]
Spread your wings- The benefits of going abroad to study
Whatever your reason for choosing to go to graduate school you will want to make sure you get everything you can out of the experience. James Donald finds some clear reasons for making your period of study one that takes in a destination and a country that is new to you. [more]
International advantage-Why is the LLM so popular?
Numbers of applicants for the Masters of Laws (LLM) continue to rise, year in, year out. So why is the degree proving so popular? Caryn Voland, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at Georgetown University Law Centre says: “An LLM is an additional attractive credential for your resumé. Depending... [more]
At the centre of the new world-Opportunities for STEM graduates
Changes in the international economy have switched the focus of graduate students more toward subjects like science, technology, engineering and mathematics. TIM ROGERS looks at why the STEM subjects are gaining in popularity. [more]
Italian scholarships on offer for Indian students
At the beginning of December over 50 universities, offering international masters and PhD programs, will converge on India as the QS World Grad School Tour visits six cities in one of the world’s emerging superpowers. The Tour will include 13 Italian universities, who with the support of the... [more]
View from the top: Prof. Aiqian Zhang, Nanjing University
Professor Aiqian Zhang teaches environmental chemistry and is the Dean of the School of the Environment at Nanjing University - China. [more]
Student profile: Masters in Accounting and Finance
With the eyes of the world on China for its booming economy and the recent success of the Beijing Olympics, what happens to those students heading to other continents to pursue graduate study? QS topgradschool.com spoke with Yanfeng Yue, a Chinese student with a UK graduate qualification. [more]
Apply yourself: how to impress the admissions director.
The decision to go to grad school as an international student involves an enormous amount of thought and planning before your application is actually submitted. TIM ROGERS, former Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions at the internationally renowned London School of Economics and Political... [more]
The Spanish package proves increasingly popular
Despite the current economic climate, Europe remains a leading destination for education at all levels. Traditional powerhouses such as the UK, Germany and France are being joined by countries including Spain, in attracting increasing numbers of international candidates for postgraduate programs.... [more]


