Mainland European countries – particularly France and Germany, but also the likes of the Netherlands, Sweden, Spain and Switzerland – have also really opened themselves up to international students in recent years. A key fact to be aware of is that many universities in these countries are now offering degrees taught through English, so you don’t necessarily have to be fluent in the local language. In a world where English has become ‘Globish’, this is a key selling point. Even better, fees in these countries still tend to be very low, having historically been subsidized by the relevant governments. And as a bonus, all European countries (47 in total, including the UK too) have adopted the ‘Bologna process’ to better standardize and recognize different types of awards – so you can be confident that a Masters degree means the same thing no matter where you do it in Europe.


What about other destinations?


In the Anglophone world, two frequently overlooked options are Canada and New Zealand, which tend to be overshadowed by their neighbours in the US and Australia. However, both have some excellent universities, and in some cases rather better-value fees. Canada in particular is becoming a very popular choice, helped by generously-funded scholarship schemes and incentives. The main drawbacks may be the cold (Canada) and remoteness (New Zealand) – but natives of both countries are likely to argue that the warmth of the people will compensate!


Then there are the rising stars of Asia. China, the world’s economic powerhouse, has been investing heavily in universities to help


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