Where you can study

Six countries, side by side.

What kinds of schools each country has, when programs start, and where to read the official rules. We help you compare them for your own goals and budget.

Drag the globe to turn it, or choose a country.

  • Canada

    Universities, colleges and polytechnics. Most programs start in September or January; many colleges also start in May.

    Schools
    Universities, colleges, polytechnics, CEGEPs in Quebec
    Usual start dates
    September, January, May
  • United States

    Universities and community colleges. Most programs start in August or September, some in January.

    Schools
    Universities, liberal arts colleges, community colleges
    Usual start dates
    August or September, January
  • United Kingdom

    Universities with one-year master’s degrees and three-year bachelor’s degrees (four in Scotland).

    Schools
    Universities and university colleges
    Usual start dates
    September, some in January
  • Ireland

    Universities and technological universities, teaching in English inside the European Union.

    Schools
    Universities, technological universities, colleges
    Usual start dates
    September, some in January
  • Australia

    Universities and vocational institutes. The academic year starts in February, with a second intake in July.

    Schools
    Universities, TAFE and vocational institutes
    Usual start dates
    February, July
  • Germany

    Universities and universities of applied sciences, with many programs taught in English.

    Schools
    Universities, universities of applied sciences
    Usual start dates
    October (winter), April (summer)

Start dates are the usual ones. Each program sets its own; we confirm them for every program you consider.

How we help you choose.

The right country depends on more than the ranking. We look at these with you.

  • Your budget

    Tuition and living costs differ a lot between countries and cities. We put real numbers side by side.

  • Your marks and tests

    Entry requirements and accepted English tests differ by country and by school.

  • Length and start date

    A one-year master’s in the UK or Ireland, two years in Canada or Germany: it changes the cost and the plan.

  • After graduation

    Each country has its own rules for working during and after studies. We point you to the official source and to a licensed professional.