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QS World University Rankings 2019

It’s finally here! Find out which universities are the best in the world with the QS World University Rankings 2019, featuring 1,000 institutions for the first time ever.

QS BRICS Rankings 2019

Discover the top universities from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa with the QS BRICS University Rankings 2019.

Containing the best universities from the five BRICS countries, this year’s BRICS University Rankings is once again topped by Tsinghua University. Tsinghua is part of an all-Chinese top five in this year’s table, with Zhejiang University climbing one place to fifth since last year.

This year, the BRICS University Rankings was prefaced by the release of our first-ever QS World University Rankings by Location and separate tables for both mainland China and India. To get more insights into these study destinations, check out the tables here and here.

The BRICS ranking is compiled using eight different indicators, including the ratio of faculty to students, the proportion of academic staff with a PhD and the institution’s reputation among academics and employers. More information about the methodology can be found here.

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Top Universities in China 2019

Discover the top 10 universities in China, based on the new QS Mainland China University Rankings.

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Top Universities in India 2019

Top 10 Universities in South Africa 2019

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How Much Does it Cost to Study in Europe?

Want to study in Europe but not sure about the costs? Find out how much it costs to study in a range of popular European countries.

Featured: Amazing Master's Degrees in Buenos Aires

As Buenos Aires climbs the QS Best Student Cities ranking into 25th place, we take a look at five amazing master’s degrees you can study in the Argentinian capital!

Featured: International Scholarships in London

Need funding to study a master’s in the UK? Discover the things you need to know about scholarships specifically for international students.

Featured: Study a Master's in Hong Kong

Read on to find out why Asia is fast becoming a rising academic hub for students from all over the world.

Featured: Benefits of a Social Science Degree

From solving real-world problems, to endless career possibilities, read on to find out what a social science degree can do for you.

Featured: 5 Reasons to Study a Master's in Finland

Thinking of studying in Europe, but not sure where? Discover why Finland should be on your study abroad list.

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Postgraduate Events

Are you thinking about undertaking a Masters or PhD? Need to understand the admissions process, the requirements, and the benefits?

Undergraduate Events

7 Ways Attending a University Fair Will Help Your Application

Find out how attending a university fair such as the QS World Grad School Tour can benefit your university application.

How to Apply for QS Scholarships

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QS Top Grad School Guide 2017-2018

Get ready to apply to grad school, with our annual guide to studying a master’s or PhD abroad.

Your Free Study Abroad Guides

Get your free guides to studying abroad in popular locations, plus advice about scholarships, careers and more.

Featured: China and the US: Studying in Both Countries

China and the US are the world’s two biggest superpowers and the option to study at both is a fantastic opportunity. If you choose to study a Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke Kunshan University, you’ll be able to do just that.

Featured: Why International Students Are Choosing Cork

Calling all international students! Find out why Cork in Ireland is the innovative education hub of Europe.

Featured: 6 Ways to Fund Your PhD

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About QSCrimson

Find out more information about the new partnership between QS Quacquarelli Symonds, compilers of the QS World University Rankings, and personalised education and mentoring company Crimson Education.

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How Seyoon Got Into Princeton University

Find out how Seyoon navigated the tricky admissions process for one of the most reputable institutions in the US, Princeton University.

Featured: How to Choose the Right Business Specialization

Want to add a postgraduate qualification to your bow but need help choosing the right specialization for you? Allow us to help.

Use Our New Course Matching Tool

Trying to choose a university? Find out how our new matching tool can help!

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Careers

Featured: Exciting Technologies for Your Career

Here’s what you can expect if you decide to pursue a career working with some of the world’s most advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, big data and virtual reality.

Featured: Why the World Needs More Project Managers

Considering a career in project management? We spoke to Curtin University to find out what makes a successful project manager.

Featured: 5 Careers for Finance Graduates

Unsure of where your master’s in finance can take you? Read on to discover some of the amazing careers you can do with a master’s in finance degree.

Featured: How Will AI Change the Modern Workplace?

Artificial intelligence is set to change the world around us. To find out how, we spoke to a leading expert in the field from the University of Johannesburg.

Featured: 5 Careers for Management Graduates

Not sure where your master’s in management can take you? Read on to discover some of the amazing careers you can do with a master’s in management degree.

Featured: Reasons to Do a Placement Year

Discover how a placement year can improve your career prospects, networking abilities and industry experience, all while you earn money.

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What's It Like to Study at the University of Warwick?

Ever wondered what student life is like at one of the UK’s highest-ranked universities? We spoke to the University of Warwick to find out more.

Featured: How the Student Experience Will Change

Education experts from around the world met at the University of Navarra to discuss how the university experience for students and institutions will change for the better.