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Sophie Poulsen
4 min
Master Admissions
Everything You Need To Know About the TOEFL iBT® Test
Yasemin Arsin is the TOEFL Academic Relations & English Language Teacher Coordinator at ETS, the world’s largest non-profit educational assessment, research, and learning organization. She shared key insights into the TOEFL iBT test, the world’s most accepted English language test for study, work, and immigration.
December 05, 2024
3 min
Master Industry trends
Green to Gold: Introducing the MSC in Sustainable and Green Finance at NUS Business School
NUS Business School recently launched an exciting (and relevant) new master’s in sustainable finance. We spoke to Weina Zhang, Academic Director of the MSc in Sustainable and Green Finance, to learn more about the program as well as the state of sustainability in Asia.
January 03, 2024
5 min
Master Industry trends
Exploring the credibility of a master’s degree in climate change
The need for impactful leaders and professionals in the field of climate change is undeniable. As a result, higher education institutions have started offering master’s degrees in climate change related topics. But how credible are these programs, and how can prospective students evaluate their effectiveness? In this article, we’ll delve into the world of climate change in higher education.
July 19, 2023
4 min
Master Rankings
Malaysia spearheads progress toward peace and justice in higher education
As one of the most aspirational (and political) Sustainable Development Goals, SDG 16 is all about building peaceful, inclusive societies. Universities can play a critical role in promoting peace and justice – for example, they can mobilize graduate students to drive change within their institutions and beyond.
March 20, 2023
4 min
Master Rankings
The universities leading in building sustainable cities and communities
Universities are key drivers of growth in their cities and communities. In this article, we explore which universities lead the pack on SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2022.
March 17, 2023
5 min
Master Rankings
APAC universities are at the forefront of gender equality
Universities have a responsibility to promote gender equality and empower women across all positions. That means having gender parity among the students, faculty, staff, leaders, and researchers. Find out which schools are leading progress on SDG 5 (Gender Equality), according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
March 08, 2023
4 min
Master Rankings
Examining the Ivory Tower: The role universities play in poverty reduction
Universities are placing increasing importance on sustainability and driving positive change within their local communities. Find out which schools are leading progress on SDG 1 (No Poverty), according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
March 01, 2023
4 min
Master Industry trends
The benefits of international education can set you up for career success
The benefits of international education last long after you’ve left the classroom. If you’re thinking about starting an international career, read on for some helpful insights and inspiration from Andi Yurdi who successfully built a global career after his master’s.
February 24, 2023
5 min
Editor's pick
The Soft Skills That Can Make or Break Your Professional Growth
Soft skills are essential to develop because they are part of every job. This article provides a foundation for understanding what soft skills are and how to learn them.
February 22, 2023
4 min
Master Industry trends
To stay or not to stay? The benefits & challenges of staying in academia
Staying in academia allows you to meet great minds who want to improve the world through knowledge production – but it also has its challenges. In this article, we explore the ins and outs of a career in academia and potential options for students passionate about conducting research.
February 15, 2023
4 min
Master Study destinations
Move fast & break things: The benefits of studying in a startup city
Studying in a startup city can benefit master’s students looking for a dynamic learning experience. Let’s explore these perks and how universities and startups mutually profit.
February 03, 2023
5 min
Master Study destinations
Getting a Master’s Degree in the US vs. Europe
The United States and Europe are leading destinations for international students, so choosing between a master’s in the US and Europe can be difficult. In this article, we explore a few key similarities and differences to help prospective master’s students make their decision!
February 01, 2023