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Universities worldwide are offering a growing number of master’s degrees specifically designed for international students, often fully taught in English. In Finland, the University of Helsinki has just launched 28 international master’s programs – one example of the rapidly increasing number of options available to students seeking a master’s abroad.
With more possibilities than ever before, how should you decide on the best master’s degree for you? Here are six essential factors to consider when finding and comparing master’s degrees abroad…
1. Be smart about location.
When deciding on a study destination, consider a wide range of factors, such as cultural atmosphere, tuition fees and living standards. Depending on your personality and aspirations, you’ll want to prioritize different aspects of local life. Do you enjoy vegan food? Hiking? Live music? Exploring new landscapes? Connect with current students online to get a feel for the lifestyle. And if you’re hoping to work alongside or after your studies, make sure there are relevant opportunities and review the visa regulations.
2. Check out subject rankings.
As well as consulting international rankings tables, take a look at specialized subject rankings to discover which institutions are at the top of your field. The University of Helsinki, for instance, ranks 91st in the QS World University Rankings® 2016-2017. But how well does it fare in your subject area? If you’re interested in studying geography, Earth and marine sciences, English literature or economics (amongst other subjects), it could be a particularly good option for your master’s abroad. So, don’t neglect the subject rankings; they’re a great way to discover new options and focus your search.
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