Canadian Student Magazine // Issue:16

ISSUE: 16

U.S. Universities Canadians

SPRING/SUMMER 2016

The Netherlands/Canada Liberation Scholarship

Healthy Travel

World University Rankings Top 100

Seven Reasons to Go Abroad

Pharmacy Studies in Ireland

Be a World Citizen

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The Editor Happy 2016, everyone. Another year, another start to academics and adverture. What does the year hold in store for you?

This issue is short and sweet, with stories mainly from your peers who want to share their experiences with you. Sometimes, embarking on a study abroad program or planning an extended volunteer or travel experience, it seems so daunting at the outset. That is why we are always pleased to have other readers write for us, telling us about their impressions and how they were influenced by what they studied, saw, did, and learned while overseas.

There are also some important tips you are well advised to keep in mind when preparing to step out of your comfort zone. You can never be too well prepared!

Have a look as well at the information on the amazing scholarship opportunity for the Netherlands. The Liberation Scholarship Program offers 70 scholarships to highly motivated students from Canada who would like to study in the Netherlands for three to twelve months, and become part of the long-standing historic ties between the two countries.

And don’t forget to check out website – www.studyandgoabroad.com – any time, year round, for up-to-date information on a whole range of topics about studying abroad, volunteerism, gap years, experiential travel, etc.

See you again in the fall issue, which will be full of country/destination information, topics of study, financial tips, volunteer experiences, and other cool features.

Take care and happy trails!

Anita Kuehnel, Editor Canadian Student Magazine and www.studyandgoabroad.com

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Hot off the Press

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Student Testimonials

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See the World and Kick-Start Your Future Career: Seven Reasons to Go Abroad

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Making Moves: Why Completing a PhD in Denmark Was the Best Decision Ever

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Are You a World Citizen?

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Working in a Different City: Three Things You Need to Know Before Making the Leap

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Gain a World-Class Education: Study in the UK

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Prepare for a Healthy Trip Abroad

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The World of Neurosurgery Through a Student’s Eyes

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Having an Experience or Exchange in France

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Canada and the Netherlands: Two Countries - One Spirit

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Amy’s Irish Adventure: A Pharmacy Grad Shares Her Experiences Abroad

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U.S. Universities Love Canadians

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Real World Learning: Public Affairs Student Spends Semester Abroad in U.S. Capital

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And the Winner is…!

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World University Rankings 2015-2016

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28 Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Having an Experience or Exchange in France

35 U.S. Universities Love Canadians

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Come to London in Summer 2016 and discover for yourself why over 11,000 students from all over the world are currently studying with us.

With courses available in both our Law and Business Schools, coupled with a lively and varied social programme, our Summer Schools offer a fantastic insight into life at BPP University.

Thinking about studying in the UK? Across The Pond is the official Canadian partner of 45 UK universities, all of whom offer internationally recognized degrees in the greatest variety of programs, including professional fields such as Law and Physiotherapy.

Our expert student advisors offer you FREE personal guidance and support every step of the way through the application process, including advice on personal statements, funding options, and visa applications. Get details on how we can help you enhance your career options and achieve your dreams of studying in the UK! info@studyacrossthepond.com

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Our students benefit from our links to global businesses such as KPMG, PwC and Lloyds Banking Group and we exclusively educate trainees in over 50 leading UK and global law firms. These close links to business and law, together with our professionally experienced faculty, give us a unique insight into what employers want and need from graduates in the future.

Get in touch: AmericasAdmissions@bpp.com and

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Many of our programmes combine both theory and practice-based learning, so as to provide our students with the best possible head start when going into the workplace.

Financially, we support our Canadian students with a range of highly competitive scholarships (of up to £5000). As a result, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, is proud to say that 94.4% of our students go into full time work (or further full time study) within six months of graduating with us.

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France is the leading destination for tourism and Paris has been ranked, for the fourth year, as the best city to study in (QS 2012 to 2016). The country offers one of the most prestigious education systems in the world. Studying in France also means joining a society rightly renowned for its practice of the ‘art of living.’

Campus France Canada is a service provided by the Embassy of France in Canada to promote French higher education. Our organization provides information to students based in Canada wishing to pursue academic projects at an institution of higher education in France. We are located in Ottawa, Toronto, Moncton, Montréal, and Québec.

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With new breakthroughs in forensic technology and the ever-changing criminal justice landscape, the time is right to start a career in law enforcement, private security, crime prevention or rehabilitation.

Humber offers degree and diploma programs in small class sizes that allow instructors to help students develop critical problem-solving skills. Key to skill development is the 18,000-square-foot Centre for Justice Leadership that features a technology-based forensic lab and mock crime scene studio in addition to high-tech driving and conflict simulation labs.

Sound interesting? Find program information and the “Criminal Justice Quiz” at communityservices.humber.ca

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France is one of most popular destinations in the world for international students: Want to become one of them?

Discover Queen Margaret University, Scotland

Criminal Justice education at Humber’s Centre for Justice Leadership

NEW FRESHMEN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

For students with strong academic records applying as first-time freshmen to the University of Michigan-Flint, our Freshmen Merit Scholarship program offers automatic awards up to $7,000 USD a year.

Minimum requirements for scholarship eligibility are a high school GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and a 24/ACT OR 1090/SAT. No separate scholarship application is required and applicants will automatically be considered. For details, visit umflint.edu/merit.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

$1,000 USD to $4,500 USD scholarships available to qualified undergraduate international students.

For priority scholarship consideration, students must submit their completed application, by March 1.

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS becoming a police officer. After seeing the facilities at Humber, he knew that this was where he would make that dream a reality.

Two of my undergraduate professors at Queens University pointed me toward the University of Reading, UK, noting that it had the best strategic studies program and a beautiful campus.

They couldn’t have been more right! The faculty are the top minds in their fields, and the class sizes are small enough that students become close-knit.

I also like that the professors get to know you on a personal level.

The campus itself is amazing, with lots of green space, and its lake and gardens make for great places to do readings or go for a morning jog. I’m loving my time here and can’t imagine being anywhere else.

William Simonds

I enjoyed my time at BPP. The support from the lecturers is one of the main reasons to do the course at BPP; the teaching is very focused. The training materials and On-line Blackboard learning system are excellent, providing all the materials that we need.

The goal for every student coming out of the LPC is to obtain a training contract with a firm of solicitors. BPP’s Career Services assists students in not only arranging law firm visits, but also in helping us prepare for the interview. The Small Group Session (SGS) are a great advantage, as you get to know your tutors and your fellow students well. I believe that BPP University is the best law school to provide legal practice training that we need to practise and succeed on a global scale.

Eugene Tang

I’m studying at QMU – Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh – because I knew that it would set me up to go back to Canada with a recognized qualification that would help me in my career. It’s a great place to make friends with so many students from different countries and different study programmes.

Charmene Chaudhry

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The Dream of Becoming a Police Officer Kevin Gonneau, a student in the Humber Criminal Justice Degree Program, always dreamt of

“One of my main reasons for pursuing a degree at Humber was for future advancement in policing.

In this job market, people are attaining higher levels of education and I know through Humber’s reputation and my experiences here, this degree will put me ahead of the pack,” says Gonneau.

Kevin Gonneau

I had a fabulous experience with Across The Pond. My advisor was very helpful right from the start, recommending universities and programs that would be suited to me, all the way through to helping with my visa and answering questions that both my parents and I had. One of the best aspects of working with Across The Pond was the quick responses I received to questions and the role my advisor played in communicating with the universities regarding things like application submissions and acceptance requirements.

I am now attending Oxford Brookes University, doing a Master’s in International Studies (International Relations).

Gabriella Gomes

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Know Thyself One of the widely reported benefits of education abroad is the development of increased selfawareness. In a 2014 survey of 120 Canadians who had studied abroad, conducted by the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), 85% of respondents agreed that the experience increased their selfawareness. Returnees also report intercultural awareness and broadbased knowledge acquisition as other main areas of growth.

Education is your passport to the world Students often find that new insights and learning developed while abroad helps inform their study interests and define their career objectives. The advantage of going abroad as an exchange student is that in most cases your institution will recognize the credits you obtain abroad. However, it pays to plan ahead. If you are at the beginning of your degree, check into the requirements of your institution, as some departments may only provide credit for elective courses.

If you are unsure about diving into a full semester right away, a short program of a few weeks over the summer might be right for you. Short-term programs can make education abroad accessible to students on a limited budget or mature students with family commitments. Or going abroad through a field school or field study might be just the ticket. The advantage of these programs is that they offer a hands-on learning experience that is guided by a faculty member and attended by

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other students from your home institution. Navigating the new surroundings of your host country with a group from home makes for a great shared adventure.

If your institution will not provide course credit for your time abroad, consider a study abroad experience which takes you outside of the classroom: Explore a volunteer or teach-abroad experience, an internship between semesters, or even during your March break.

Your résumé will look great, you will return with unique international skills, and your course credits will be intact.

Support is available Teachers, parents, guidance counsellors and students who have gone abroad can all help you to plan your adventure. Check with your institution about exchange opportunities so that you aren’t paying international student fees to go abroad, and explore what scholarships are available to fund your experience. Try searching online for sites with information about funding for education abroad. Visit the CBIE Student Centre Featured Scholarships page (http://istudentcanada.ca/ outbound/featured-scholarships/) to find funding that could help you reach your goal.

Many employers value international experience and the skills that you are able to build while abroad.

Weigh the pros and cons of this by considering your budget and priorities, and talk to your employer about whether it’s possible to leave your job temporarily or even continue working from overseas.

You may be surprised by their flexibility. Alternatively, you may be able to find work abroad as you study to gain international experience, without breaking the bank.

Learn skills for your future career Some of the most sought-after softskills required in today’s knowledge economy are gained or advanced by education abroad experiences.

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Going abroad for study or work is often a life-changing experience – both personally and professionally.

Being immersed in a new culture challenges our ways of thinking, brings concepts learned in class to life, and offers learning opportunities that may not be available at home. Here are seven reasons to go abroad as a student – and some tips to help make it happen.

In CBIE’s 2014 survey of Canadian education abroad alumni, nine in 10 respondents said their experience has contributed to their career achievements. What’s more, many education abroad returnees have found global careers as a result of their experiences, with 14% of respondents currently working outside of Canada. Interpersonal skills, cross-cultural competency, adaptability skills, self-awareness, and communication were other top soft-skills that students reported developing as a result of their experience abroad.

Employers value international experiences, too. In a recent survey

by Leger Marketing for Universities Canada, eight in 10 Canadian hiring managers said that employees who have cross-cultural knowledge and an understanding of the global marketplace enhance their company’s competitiveness. As one Canadian student who travelled to Mexico explains, “My education abroad experience helped me get my first two jobs. It also gave me the opportunity to do internships abroad during my studies, which provided me with highly regarded experience when I started working.

It helped me develop the necessary skills to move up rapidly in the organization.”

Although studying abroad is a natural fit for students in fields such as languages or international business, education abroad opportunities are also on the rise in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, and can provide you with a competitive edge in the job market.

Imagine if you could list on your résumé how you participated in an international research team, or if you could talk about the worldclass engineering projects you learned about first-hand in another country

Discover new perspective, cultures, and people Learning more about the world is the number one reason that Canadian students go abroad.

Venturing overseas is a sure-fire way to accelerate your knowledge

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of your host country’s history, culture, and local perspectives.

This fact is borne out by research.

Of the education abroad alumni who participated in a 2009 CBIE study of 1,267 Canadian students, 94% said they learned more about their host country’s historical and cultural traditions and achievements than if they had remained on campus.

Living with a host family can boost your knowledge of local culture, and provides opportunities to enjoy typical foods, improve local language skills, and develop meaningful and, often, lasting relationships. This experience is best summed up by one Canadian student who said, “Studying abroad is by far one of the best experiences I have had in my post-secondary studies. I learned so much about myself, Canada, and about a variety of different cultures and ways of life. This is not something that can be learned from a book, and I urge everyone to go international and experience the world firsthand. It is worth every minute!”

Catch the bug After getting their feet wet, many students jump right in! Preliminary research suggests that Canadian students who go abroad during high school are much more likely to pursue another global experience later on in life. This is also the case for students who go abroad for the first time during their post-secondary studies.

Recalling CBIE’s 2009 study, nearly 10% of students who had an education abroad experience during college/university went back a second time.

Education abroad returnees affirm the benefits of going abroad. What are YOU waiting for? Go ahead and take the plunge.

Contributed by: Karen Rauh, Acting Manager, Research & Special Projects, and Lisa Deacon, Manager, Research & Special Projects at the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) www.cbie.ca

Learn a language A foreign language comes alive when you are immersed in conversation and activities with native speakers; there is no better way to learn. Going abroad offers considerable dayto-day language practice that can be complemented by language courses offered by your host institution to hone your language skills. In CBIE’s 2014 survey, eight in 10 students who went to a country where the official language was different than their first language returned with new language skills. Of the students who went to a country where their first language was not widely spoken, over half continue to apply these skills in their current job. As one respondent who went to Germany explains, “I am now working for a German government organization in Canada and my language skills started on my year abroad are one of the most valuable assets I took with me from my undergrad.” © Elnur - Shutterstock.com

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This infographic appeared in the Fall 2014 high school edition of Career Options magazine.

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Making Moves:

Why Completing a PhD in Denmark Was the Best Decision Ever

After her first year of university, she moved to Japan as a homestay student. For eight months, the British Columbia native lived with a Japanese family in Tokyo and immersed herself in a new culture.

“It was very challenging and fun,” says Terri. “I realized then that I wanted to study history of art and architecture and that I loved traveling.”

That early experience kicked off a passion for adventure that has taken her all over the world, and most recently to Copenhagen, Denmark. We had the opportunity to connect with the seasoned traveller and learn all about her Scandinavian adventure – read on!

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Completing a PhD in Denmark was just one of several study abroad adventures for Terri Peters.

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“Copenhagen is totally different from London,” says Terri. “The size, the layout, the people, the buildings, the language, everything is different.”

Fortunately, her coursework was pretty similar to what she was used to. For example, she says the emphasis on independent study was exactly what she expected from a PhD program.

All in all, despite a few language barriers (certain classes were only offered in Danish), Terri says her decision to study abroad was the best she ever made.

She excelled in her program and was even offered a job before graduation.

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Even though Terri is no longer in Denmark, there’s still a little bit of Denmark in Terri.

Starting an adventure Following a series of academic and career-related moves that took her from Asia to Europe and back again, Terri settled in London, England, with her husband for several years working as architects.

However, when her partner was offered a PhD position in Copenhagen, it inspired Terri to follow suit.

“The design culture [in Denmark] makes it an ideal place to study architecture,” says Terri.

The couple had visited Copenhagen a lot during their time in London (one of Terri’s best friends is Danish!) and thought that the city would strike a good balance between challenging and interesting work, and time and space for when they were ready to start a family.

And so, after doing some more research, they decided to relocate. The next step? Finding accommodations.

Luckily, the couple easily found a spacious apartment to rent in the beautiful neighbourhood of Frederiksberg.

“We paid about the same as we did in London, but it was a huge shock that we got more than double the size!” says Terri. They were also able to trade in their long London trek to work for a more reasonable commute via bike.

After they settled on a place to stay, all that was left to do was to pack up their London apartment and make the big move to Denmark.

Life in Denmark While Denmark and England are relatively close to each other on a map, their cultures are worlds apart.

Terri had a fair amount of travel experience under her belt by the time they moved, but she still had a lot to learn about Danish life.

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For example, when she moved back to Canada, she didn’t buy a car. Instead, Terri and her husband continue to bike and walk everywhere. Additionally, the couple just painted the floors of their house white, a feature she cites as being inspired by Denmark’s unique design culture. Lastly, their time abroad also taught them how to shop locally. Today, they forgo cheap and trendy purchases in favour of quality items that are designed to last.

“I learned a different attitude to family and work-life balance,” says Terri. “These small things have made a huge impact on our quality of life.

The Denmark chapter of her life may be closed for now, but her experiences have left a long-lasting impression on almost every aspect of her life. Terri’s time abroad changed her life for the better; helping her grow not only as a professional, but as a person.

1. Research student life before you go. Getting involved in campus activities is a great way to make friends with similar interests.

2. Find a part-time job. Having a little extra spending money can help you “live like a local” and experience more of your city.

3. Travel on your own. Do your own thing from time to time. Its fun to be independent and you’ll meet people along the way!

Contributed by: TalentEgg.ca TalentEgg.ca is Canada’s leading job board and online career resource for college and university students and recent graduates.

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If you want to travel, work internationally, deal globally, and understand the world, become a part of the growing group of world citizens. Here are a number of points on how to identify with being a world citizen:

You have a healthy contempt for artificial boundaries There’s some truth to the saying that ‘’good fences make good neighbors’’: it’s good to know where you stop and the person next to you begins. But a good global citizen knows that these artificial boundaries are, at the end

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of the day, artificial, and as a result, can easily be torn down when they wear out their use.

While this can refer to national borders, it can also refer to divides between race, class, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, and even to species. Global citizens know that, at our cores, we are one.

You care about people beyond just those around you Families and friends are wonderful, but a good global citizen recognizes that while they view the world from where they

stand and through their own eyes, people standing and viewing from elsewhere are just as valuable as they are.

Sometimes, it’s hard to really feel this; it’s much easier to connect with people who are ‘like you,’ so when someone who is ‘like you’ is in strife, it may be easier to feel their family’s pain than the mourning relatives of someone else who has been harmed on the other side of the world. But a global citizen realizes that just because they may feel this way doesn’t mean that their grief, joy, or anger are any more or less real than the people on the other side of the world. Everyone counts.

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Are You a World Citizen?

You travel

Listening is everything. Reading is everything. Learning is everything. It’s more or less impossible to be born worldly.

You have to get there through exploring, through empathizing, and through discovering new things.

Travel is essential for getting to know about the world. While you can certainly learn a lot through books, videos, movies, and stories told by others, nothing beats firsthand experience. When you’re in a place for real, stereotypes and prejudices begin to fall apart.

You read news from all over the place

You are open to new things

Global citizens are interested in the world, so they read a lot about the world. But most importantly, they read about the world from other perspectives. If you aren’t looking at the world through as many eyes as possible, you’re not seeing it as clearly as possible.

Global citizens also recognize that there’s no such thing as an unbiased article; rather, they try to be aware of the article’s bias and keep it in mind when considering what it’s trying to say.

Global citizens have trained themselves to pause for a moment before judging something that is unfamiliar or uncomfortable to them. They understand that what may be right for them is not necessarily right for everyone else, and they are willing to give someone else’s culture and lifestyle a chance. This also makes them way more fun to be around, as they’ll usually try anything that isn’t mortally dangerous at least once, and they’ll always be open to putting new experiences under their belt.

You are engaged in politics — particularly regarding human rights and the environment You can’t care for the world and not be interested in making it a just, healthy, happy place.

Political engagement and debate can be exhausting, difficult, and sometimes even violent, but it ultimately is what changes the world, for better or worse. And it’s easy to find energy for politics when the dignity of your friends on the other side of the globe or the health of the planet you love is at stake.

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Printed with permission from: Matt Hershberger Originally published on Matador Network: http://matadornetwork.com/ change/7-signs-global-citizen/

Humber offers the following degree and diploma programs that cover a range of criminal justice fields:

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Community & Justice Services Police Foundations Protection, Security & Investigation Criminal Justice Degree

Key to the program offering is Humber’s 18,000-square-foot Centre for Justice Leadership that features a technology-based forensic lab and mock crime scene studio. This facility is in addition to high-tech driving and conflict simulation labs also used for skill training.

Sound interesting?

Find program information and the “Criminal Justice Quiz” at

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Working in a Different City:

Three Things You Need to Know Before Making the Leap Relocating to a different city for work can seem daunting to say the least. But if you’re still in school or have recently graduated, it doesn’t have to be.

While there may be a myriad of considerations before making the leap, working outside of your city can add much value to your professional development. Here are a few benefits of relocating temporarily, and why you should consider doing it once in your lifetime:

It gets you out of your comfort zone Immersing yourself in another city defies any previous assumptions you’ve had about the place, people, and the culture. It forces you to adjust your expectations, find new ways of interacting and collaborating with your coworkers, and it will shape you into a more wellrounded person and professional.

You can make impactful contributions Moving to a smaller city means there are various areas for development, and your skills will be needed to help propel and organization forward. Likewise, the strategies you may already have when jumping from a small boat to a larger ship in a bigger city means you have the potential to contribute you creative problemsolving skills.

It gives you a reason to travel and explore You may never know unless you try, so now is the time to do it, rather than wonder your entire life. As a student, it’s the perfect time to plan this in between school terms. As you get older, this may become more difficult to achieve if you decide to start settling down with family commitments.

A change in environment will make you realize the things that you like and don’t like about a certain place, demographic, or work structure. It gives you a clearer focus about your professional endeavours, especially if you are still exploring your career options.

Maybe being closer to home is important to you.

The efforts you put in from working outside your own city can produce rewarding results as you surprise yourself overcoming challenging moments.

Contributed by: Elizabeth Chan, TalentEgg.ca TalentEgg.ca is Canada’s leading job board and online career resource for college and university students and recent graduates.

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In any case, coming from the outside in can bolster a company or organization, as you will have different perspectives to offer that may not have sprung up initially.

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Gain a World-Class Education:

Study in the UK UK education is all about giving you inspiration to develop your knowledge and skills; freedom to be creative; and support to help you achieve your best.

UK schools, colleges, and universities offer you a world-class education, the chance to follow your passion for learning, and the opportunity to gain qualifications that are respected by employers and academics worldwide.

On a UK course, you’ll benefit from excellent teaching and facilities. In order to accept students, UK education centres must meet strict quality standards set by the UK government and education bodies.

UK colleges and universities With a strong reputation for research, innovation and creativity, UK universities and colleges attract some of the world’s leading academics and industry professionals. You will be encouraged to express your own ideas and think for yourself. UK degree courses develop your critical thinking, decision-making and creativity – skills that are valued by employers worldwide.

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This attention to quality is reflected in the UK’s excellent results: • Four of the top eight universities in the world are in the UK (World Rankings, QS).

• The UK ranks in the top five in the world for university-industry collaboration (World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Report 2014-15).

• Student satisfaction in the UK is higher than ever, with 86% of students satisfied overall with their course (National Student Survey).

• International undergraduate satisfaction in the UK is very high, at 91% overall. Meanwhile, 85% of international undergraduates would recommend or actively recommend their UK study experience, higher than any major English-speaking study destinations. (UK International Unit, December 2015).

• The UK is a world-leading research nation. Researchers in the UK gain more citations and usage per article, and write more articles individually, than anywhere else in the world (International Comparative Performance of the UK Research Base, BIS).

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• The UK ranks second in the world for the quality of its scientific and research institutions (World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Report 2014-15).

• 54% of the research conducted by UK universities and colleges is classed as ‘world-leading’ (Research Assessment Exercise).

• 93% of UK postgraduate students rated the quality of teaching positively (HE Academy Postgraduate Taught Experience).

• The UK has the lowest student drop-out rate in Europe (Analysis for University of Southampton and IZA).

• UK universities and research institutions have produced 107 Nobel Prize winners (Nobel Media AB).

Find out more about the UK’s strengths in Business, IT, Engineering, Arts and many other subjects in our subject profiles section. http:// www.educationuk.org/global/sub/subjectprofiles/

Vocational (career-focused) courses If you want to train directly for a career or prepare for higher education, you will find excellent courses on offer at UK further education colleges. These colleges are known for offering lots of teaching support, to help you develop your skills.

Boarding schools

Across The Pond offers a unique FREE service that will help you achieve your dream of studying in the UK. Our expert personal advisors will answer all of your questions and offer support from the moment you start thinking about studying overseas, and will help you navigate the often-confusing application process.

The UK’s boarding schools, for pupils aged up to 18, offer excellent teaching standards, facilities and support. At UK independent schools (most boarding schools are independent), there are on average just 9.2 pupils to every one teacher, so teachers have more time to give you individual support.

92% of students from UK independent schools go on to higher education (Independent Schools Council Census 2015).

Our team brings together a wealth of international study experience, as all advisors have previously studied in Britain. They know what it takes to get accepted to British universities and have firsthand knowledge gained from their own time studying in the UK, plus college application and student support expertise at a variety of leading educational institutions.

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Visit us, along with some of our partners, at Study and Go Abroad.

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Prepare for a Healthy Trip Abroad Canadians love to travel, but they sometimes forget to take measures to protect their health while abroad. Consular officials assist thousands of Canadian travellers through our network of Canadian embassies and consulates because of illness, injury and other medical emergencies.

Most of these problems can be avoided if travellers take preventive steps. Make sure you are aware of the following travel health tips before leaving Canada to enjoy a healthier and safer trip.

Purchase travel health insurance that covers both illness and injury. Canadian travellers should not rely on their provincial or territorial health plan to cover costs if they get sick or are injured while abroad. Medical evacuations from abroad are costly. Provincial or territorial health plans will cover only part, if any, of the bill and will not pay up front. Travellers should always carry proof of their insurance coverage when travelling and leave a copy of their insurer’s contact information with relatives or friends in Canada. We encourage you to consult travel.gc.ca/insurance to be better informed and to select a suitable plan.

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All travellers should get an individual health assessment from a travel health clinic or health care provider preferably six weeks before their departure. Vaccines and preventive prescriptions, such as anti-malarial medication, may be recommended or required for certain destinations.

Travellers should bring along a copy of their personal immunization record, if available. One way to find a health care site that provides travel health services is through the Public Health Agency of Canada’s list of designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres, at www.travel.gc.ca/ clinic. Travellers should consult their health care provider if they’re not feeling well before their trip to discuss postponing their departure. Doing so could help avoid a potential health emergency abroad.

Canadian travellers should carry proof of their need for any prescription drugs. Requirements vary from country to country (e.g. a copy of the prescription, an original drug container with a pharmacy label, etc). Travellers should also contact an embassy or consulate of their destination country before leaving Canada to make sure the prescription and over-thecounter medications they intend to bring into the country are legal. We remind Canadians who travel with syringes and needles that they must carry a medical certificate or an explanation from their health care provider.

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Even if you are taking a day trip to the United States, purchasing the best travel health insurance you can afford is the key to avoiding expensive medical bills.

If you experience illness when returning to Canada, you should seek immediate medical attention. Inform your health care provider that you’ve been abroad, where you’ve been, and what – if any – medical treatment you have received. Canadians who travel to malaria-affected areas and develop fever within a year of returning home should visit their health care provider immediately.

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Read up on health conditions in your destination country. We encourage you to review the country’s Travel Advice at travel.gc.ca/advice along with Travel Health Notices at travel.gc.ca/healthnotices before leaving. Travellers should be prepared to acclimatize to jet lag, altitude sickness and the effects of heat or other elements. Keeping hydrated, using sunblock, and taking precautions when handling food and water is essential to ensure a healthy stay abroad. Also, remember to take extra precautions against insectand tick-borne diseases by wearing bright, longsleeved clothes and using repellent.

Did you know…?

Travellers should carry essential medication in their hand luggage and bring more than enough for the duration of the trip.

Canadian travellers should sign up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad service. Registration enables the Government of Canada to contact and assist you in case of an emergency abroad. This service is free, mobile-friendly and completely confidential. You can register directly at travel.gc.ca/register.

For more information, see travel.gc.ca/health. The booklet, Well on Your Way, also offers valuable healthrelated advice. Download an electronic copy or order a print version by calling 1-800-267-8376 (in Canada) or 613-944-4000.

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We’re ranked in the top 50 global universities, and consistently listed in the UK’s top 10 universities. Our reputation attracts some of the world’s best students and staff into our cosmopolitan community.

Located on an attractive campus, you will find a supportive, demanding and enjoyable environment at Warwick.

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Masters in Public Administration (MPA) Also launching in September 2016, the MPA is the public sector equivalent of the MBA. In this one year Masters programme, students will attend the university two days per week across both teaching semesters and complete a Masters dissertation.

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MSc Strategic Communications and Public Relations In recent decades, communications has played an increasingly important role in virtually any aspect of social, cultural, political, or economic life. While information-giving and promotion have long formed part of public relations, today more diverse communications expertise – which includes dialogue and co-production, as well as advocacy and persuasion – is needed if organizations are to act ethically and responsibly, as well as profitably.

When studying for an MSc Strategic Communications and Public Relations at QMU, you will boost your employability by learning in a capital city that attracts global media and policy attention, and has an international business profile. You’ll be taught by a team of tutors with internationally-recognized research and practitioner backgrounds; you’ll develop your professional portfolio; and you can become involved with the Scottish communications and public relations industry. You will benefit from our strong links with professional associations, work alongside practitioners, and attend thought leader lectures, network at events, work on client briefs, and undertake placements and work experience. www.qmu.ac.uk/mcpa/coursesMScPR.htm

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Our long-running MA in Arts, Festival and Cultural Management is rooted in a belief that great leaders in the cultural sector will recognize the value of effective management while acknowledging that approaches may need to be adapted to meet the particularities of cultural organizations and festivals. This course is likely to be of interest to those who studied the arts and humanities at undergraduate level and who are now seeking to turn their passion for culture into a career in arts management. Part of our strength comes from our location; being based in Edinburgh means that the course has been developed over time in cooperation with key national cultural agencies, arts organizations, and festivals. Our location in the ‘festival city’ also allows for strong practical links between the course and the many arts, festival and cultural organizations based in and around Edinburgh, across Scotland, and the UK. Through a series of field trips, our new Arts Management in Action* module will see students gain insights directly from those leading Scotland’s cultural organizations, offering an invaluable experience that will help bring theory to life. www.qmu.ac.uk/courses/PGCourse.cfm?c_id=268 *new module is subject to validation

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This accelerated Masters level programme in Occupational Therapy is ideal for graduates who may want to change career paths to become an Occupational Therapist. It is an intensive course of study and practical placements, enabling students to develop theoretical, analytical, practical, evaluative, and reasoning skills. Occupational Therapists assess people’s disengagement from their occupations and provide ways for them to re-engage in their occupational roles or provide alternatives in order to improve their quality of life. The programme provides you with a qualification that is recognised world wide (by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists) and allows students to apply for membership of the College of Occupational Therapists and registration with the Health Care Professions Council to work as an Occupational Therapist in the UK. www.qmu.ac.uk/courses/PGCourse.cfm?c_id=242 *Please note that a Masters level qualification in Occupational Therapy is a minimum requirement in order to practice in Canada.

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The World of Neurosurgery

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One of the reasons I decided to seek an observership with a neurosurgeon in particular, is because I have been intrigued by the brain for a very long time. Its enigmatic nature is enticing. As Wilder Penfield once said, “The brain is the organ of destiny.

It holds within its humming mechanism secrets that will determine the future of the human race.” As such, neurosurgeons have a very important responsibility on their shoulders, and what sets them apart from doctors in other specialities is that they are dealing with an organ that essentially defines a person.

The brain is the life and soul of the body - the epicenter of all action.

Messing with a person’s brain can forever change their identity; hence, due to the increased level of sensitivity involved, I was curious to find out how neurosurgeons interacted with their patients, and whether this interaction was different from the way physicians in other specialities interacted with their patients. Since I have not extensively observed doctors practicing in other areas, I cannot give a conclusive remark comparing neurosurgeons to other types of doctors.

Y, the doctor whom I primarily shadowed, wakes up every day around 4:30 am and gets into clinic around 6 am. Our bodies are not physiologically accustomed to waking up before sunrise, yet the group of doctors I shadowed have been doing so for decades. Despite their remarkable capabilities, they did not intimidate, and from what I experienced, they were extremely personable. Despite the serious and critical nature of their work, they still managed to crack a few jokes in front of their patients and even in the OR. They have trained themselves very well to manage stressful and dire circumstances, which is truly admirable.

Prior to this observership, I had painted a picture of an ideal doctor in my mind: The very best doctors, I thought, were knowledgeable, intelligent, and compassionate.

Some of the doctors I encountered were witty, humorous, and amiable in nature, while others had a more formal demeanour. Both groups of doctors were equally qualified, yet different in their own right. I wondered if the doctors who used humour and casual conversation when interacting with their patients had better patient prognosis and were able to attain more of the patients’ trust than the doctors who just cut to the chase by informing patients

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As an undergrad student with a keen interest in the healthcare field, I had done quite a bit of research on physicians and surgeons prior to starting a neuro-oncology observership at Hospital X. I thought I had a good idea of what being a physician entails; what type of resilience, commitment and hard work it requires: I soon realized how blissfully unaware I was. This experience set a whole new tone to the surgical profession and to the job of a physician. Through my time in the neurosurgery clinic, I was able to attain an aerial view, along with an intimate experience of a day in the life of a neurosurgeon.

of their diagnosis. Many studies have identified the central role that trust plays in patient-physician relationships, and how the amount of trust a patient has for their physician can positively correlate with treatment adherence, among other important factors involved in the healing process (Pearson & Raeke, 2000).

The patients coming into the clinic had, most often than not, an unfathomable amount of physical and emotional pain, and they were essentially entrusting their lives in the hands of a complete stranger.

Thus, it is obvious why patients needed to foster a sense of trust for their physician. In my opinion, one thing that helped establish a sense of trust between the two groups was when physicians exhibited complete awareness of their patient’s condition and initiated casual conversation with the patient. Illness aside, when physicians probed their patients about their personal lives, it seemed as if the patients were developing a sense of identity for themselves around the physician. Despite the fragility that was thrusted upon some patients due to their illness, these physicians instilled a sense of integrity in their patients. For the most part, the patients enjoyed being asked about their personal endeavours, and this enabled the

What I can conclude, however, is that neurosurgeons are an extraordinary group of individuals.

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establishment of trust between the patient and the physician.

Along the lines of trust, one commonly occurring situation I observed that strongly juxtaposed the situation described in the previous paragraph, was when medical school students, residents, or fellows went in to see the patients before the neurosurgeon did. Since Hospital X is a teaching hospital, it provides educational opportunities for many medical professionals who are at different stages in their career.

In addition to me, Dr. Y was educating other residents, medical school students, and fellows in the clinic. As a part of their training, these individuals consulted with the patients before Dr. Y did.

When these individuals went in to see the patients, they often had to explain themselves and their credentials, as the patients would keep asking when they can see the ‘real doctor.’ Some patients were skeptical of and distrusting towards anyone who was not Dr. Y, and some were even reluctant to discuss their diagnosis with these individuals. One can easily empathize with these patients, as they are undergoing a very unpleasant stage in their lives and they want to get the best possible care; nevertheless, it is very important to train the medical professionals of tomorrow, and the best type of education these medical professionals can receive is within a clinical setting. One way doctors can alleviate this issue is by informing the patients beforehand that they will be seeing doctors in training prior to the ‘real doctor.’ Hopefully that can take away the element of surprise for the patients and they are more willing to trust these other capable individuals.

In addition to educating trainees in a clinical setting, educating surgical trainees in the OR is equally important. When I set foot in the OR for the first time in my life, I was quite surprised by its simplicity. The OR I went into was definitely not as fancy as the ones they show on Grey’s

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Anatomy, yet it felt like a very peaceful, secluded place. Aside from a few jokes that Dr. Y cracked on the side, the minimal chatter coming from the OR nurses, and the beeping of the heart rate monitor, it was a quiet setting.

Two surgical residents were busy intricately cutting through and navigating the maze that is the brain, while Dr. Y was intently observing the two residents from about six feet away. When I asked Dr. Y why he was not taking any part in the action, he explained that he had a very hands-off approach when training surgical residents. He would always observe his trainees closely, and occasionally ask them to explain what they were doing (i.e., explain the surgical procedures and their next steps). He would only step in when needed. I thought this was extremely wise, as the doctors of tomorrow need all the surgical experience they can get before they are off on their own.

Outside of the OR, another thing I noticed during my observership is the tremendous amount of importance a physician can have on not only a patient’s life, but on the lives of their family as well.

There were many instances where Dr. Y concurrently treated multiple members of the same family. In one particular instance, Dr. Y had treated two sons and their mother, who were all diagnosed with a familial neurological syndrome.

The mother and Dr. Y had known each other for twenty-three years due to the illness, through which Dr. Y had become an integral part of that family’s life, even long after the treatment was administered.

When the mother had come in for a follow-up appointment, she and the doctor greeted each other like they were two old friends reconnecting with one another after a long time. It was one of the most heart-warming things I had ever witnessed.

Something else I was able to witness during my time in the clinic is all the cooperation and teamwork that occurs in a clinical setting. Caring for a patient was truly a team effort, and the team members did not

just end at doctors and nurses.

For example, before treating certain patients at Hospital X, there is a conference held every Friday to discuss impending patient cases. Attendees at these conference meetings include neuro-oncologists, physicians, radiation oncologists, radiation therapists, and physicists.

This kind of collaboration and involvement of professionals from various different fields exemplifies the changing face of medicine.

Patients can have comfort in knowing that their care is in the hands of many reliable individuals, all contributing to the patient’s course of treatment in a unique, yet meaningful way.

The most reassuring thing I discovered during my time as an observer student is that surgeons are constantly seeking to improve themselves and find out ways in which they can provide better treatment for their patients. For instance, Dr. Y had been practicing neuro-oncology since 1985; however, he recently took up a new speciality: palliative care. When I asked him why he had decided to take up a new speciality after having practiced neuro-oncology for so long, his humble response was that he had a “soft-spot for the underdogs: patients who could not be helped by traditional medicine.”

I have been able to become acquainted with Dr. Y by spending three odd months with him at Hospital X, and despite having so many commitments, such as educational and research appointments, patient consults, and surgeries, he made it seem as if he was never short on time; time was never a limiting factor for him.

The fact that he found time out of his utterly busy schedule to reach out to patients struck by different kinds of misfortune illustrates his commitment to patient care.

My original goal to become a physician seemed very shortsighted after this observership.

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My dad always lectured me on the importance of being a lifelong learner and through this experience, I realized exactly what he was referring to. The doctors that I shadowed were life-long learners, constantly hungry for new knowledge. Despite the arduous nature of their work, their passion always overpowered their fatigue, and this is something truly commendable. Being an impressionable pre-med student, I would say that the doctors whom I had the pleasure of observing have become role models for me; they have become the type of medical professionals I will strive to become.

experience would unfold, as I am only a second year undergrad student who just started her introductory neuroscience course this semester. But having had the opportunity to follow around accomplished neurosurgeons as well as scrub in for my very first surgery, to say that all this has further cultivated my interest in the brain and in the medical field would be the biggest understatement. This experience has been a journey full of new insights and discoveries, and I am beyond grateful for it. This observership holds monumental qualities, for I will remember this experience for years to come, as I embark on my own medical education endeavours.

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it at that. However, I realized that caring for the ill requires you to have more than just a certification; you have to constantly strive to better yourself so that you can be the best possible help to others.

Contributed by: Aditi Desai Aditi is a second year undergrad student at the University of Toronto.

She recently completed a neurosurgery observership at one of the University Health Network hospitals, and wrote a paper on the world of neurosurgery from a student’s perspective.

This article is an excerpt from her comprehensive paper.

Overall, this observership was a very worthwhile and holistic experience. To be truthful, I was nervous about how this

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Having an Experience or Exchange in

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2. A wide range of programs. The 83 universities offer programs providing technological and professional coursework and cover all disciplinary fields and the ‘Grandes Ecoles,’ and specialist schools (engineering, business and management, architecture, etc.) offer programs leading to specific professions. These institutions can be either public or private. Universities admit students with a high-school diploma or equivalent.

3. International recognition. University studies consist of three programs; within the framework of the Sorbonne-Bologna process, French Higher Education is now based on a new common European model. The LMD reforms (Licence/Master/Doctorat, or in English BaMaD reforms, the Bachelor-Master-PhD) allow for better integration of study programs at French universities, ‘Grandes Ecoles,’ and research institutions within the global market. The ECTS – European Credit Transfer System – is designed to allow for easier transfer of credits between universities. It applies to all national diplomas and it promotes flexibility between the courses of study. ECTS credits are transferable from one course of study to another.

4. Reputation. Numerous French ‘Grandes Ecoles’ and Universities prove very successful in the various rankings of the best universities in Europe and/ or the world carried out by specialist international newspapers. For instance, the ranking of European Master’s programs in the Financial Times of 2015 confirms the value of French education in the global market. Twenty-two out of 85 European institutions featured in the winners’ list are French, with HEC in 2nd place, followed by INSEAD in 3rd place.

5. Excellence in research. Scientific research plays an important role in France. Indeed, France is ranked: 4th in the world for patents; 5th in the world for scientific publications; and 5th in the world for hosting international researchers. The number of French Nobel Prize winners (for example, Serge Haroche, 2012 Nobel Prize for Physics or Jean Tirole, 2014 Nobel Prize for Economy; and, France’s leading place as the world’s greatest number of Nobel Prize winners in literature), as well as the number of Field medals in Mathematics (Cédric Villani, 2010 or Artur Avila, 2014) confirm that France is a dynamic innovation and research country.

6. The hidden scholarship. Higher education in France is very affordable and benefits all students, thanks to a major effort by the government which contributes on average CAD $14,000 per student - whether they be French or international - per year. Fees for international and domestic students are the same in France.

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1. High-quality Education. French universities are internationally recognized and provide a wide range of subjects for students to choose from. Students emerge from these education centres as mature adults ready to face the world.

7. The ‘French Touch.’ International students have the same benefits as French students: student accommodation supplement; student social security coverage; and the possibility of engaging in professional paid employment, provided the hours worked do not exceed 60 % of full time employment over a one year period. Canadian students holding a temporary residence permit bearing the student status may engage in a paid professional activity in France, without having to apply for a work permit. This activity must be carried out as secondary to their course of study, and is limited to 964 hours per year. International students holding a degree equivalent to a Master’s can request a temporary residence permit. This permit allows working in France after studies for six months.

8. The French way of life. France is most definitely a multicultural society and its way of life is anything but homogenous throughout the country. With its colourful history and deeply rooted regional traditions, you will find France anything but boring. Because of its cultural, geographical, and gastronomical riches, France is the world’s first tourist destination, welcoming 60 million visitors to France annually. And Paris is considered the capital of the world in terms of quality of life (Healey and Baker).

9. Travel opportunities. An international study program is not only about studying: Encouraging students to go on excursions to various parts of the country is very much part of the agenda as France has many places to visit. Students can go to the Alps to ski, take a cruise down the Rhine, or even visit the home of French Kings in Fontainebleau. These trips are beneficial in two ways, both academically and leisure-wise. Also, from France, it is easy to take trips to major European cities like London, Madrid, Brussels, and Milan.

10. Student life. Infrastructure, particularly in terms of transport and health, are at the forefront of modernity. Higher education institutions are often located in downtown centres that are close to museums, bookshops, cinemas, theatres and libraries.

International students, like French students, can obtain reduced ticket prices for cinema, theatre, public transport, university restaurants…

11. One final word. See the world from a different perspective. Studying abroad is a unique opportunity for personal growth that will affect you for the rest of your life. Give your résumé a boost: An experience studying abroad will set you apart from other people in the job market. The skills students gain while living abroad will give them an advantage in just about any career field.

For more information, students are encouraged to contact the nearest Campus France office in Canada.

Contributed by: Nancy Gill, Campus France Advisor www.canada.campusfrance.org

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Before this trip, the University of Toronto grad had never even ventured outside of North America.

But a strong sense of wanderlust coupled with a desire to continue her studies made the choice clear.

“I knew people who were studying medicine and pharmacy abroad, so I thought why not? I could do the same thing,” says Amy. “It would be the best of both worlds!”

This realization lead her to her first big trip abroad – studying Pharmacy at a prestigious university college in Cork, Ireland.

TalentEgg caught up with Amy to learn more about her experience.

Preparing to fly

Amy jokes that the city chose her!

The location had so much to offer that she didn’t hesitate to accept a spot at the School of Pharmacy.

“It has everything you need in a small city: great restaurants, festivals, museums, shopping… but it still has a friendly, small-town atmosphere,” says Amy. Once she knew where she was going, it was time to research.

She made sure she had all the practical requirements covered, such as her travel documents, flights, and accommodations. She also reached out to friends who studied abroad, and read as much as she could about Ireland and the university.

“Any time something even remotely related to Ireland came up, I would have a look,” says Amy.

From the rich cultural heritage to the beautiful natural scenery, there were many reasons why Amy picked Ireland to complete her degree abroad.

Experiencing Ireland

“I loved the idea of being able to stroll through the picturesque towns and charming coastal communities, or go hiking through the rolling green hills,” says Amy. “And there are so many historic sites and museums to visit and just immerse yourself in the history.”

“It was like a little pocket of North America in the middle of Cork,” says Amy about her accommodations abroad.

The ‘Emerald Isle’ is only a short plane ride away from the rest of Europe, making it an ideal “base of operations” for travelling. As for the decision to study in Cork,

While in Cork, Amy stayed in a small townhouse with two other Canadian students.

Of course, there were some cultural differences with her ‘home away from home.’ For instance, going from the hustle and bustle of Toronto to the slower pace of small-town Ireland was a big adjustment for Amy. “People seem to be in less of a rush,” says Amy. “And people are

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Completing a bachelor’s degree abroad was a big leap for Amy Hsieh.

so friendly and polite. Coming from a big city where you can feel a bit anonymous at times, it was nice walking down the street and having a complete stranger greet you and maybe ask about your day.”

Why travel abroad?

• Break out of your bubble. When you travel abroad, you get to see and experience new things, meet new people, and learn about different cultures.

• Stand out from the crowd.

By studying abroad, you can bring back unique perspectives from your travels. This can help you stand out to potential employers.

• Gain a better sense of self.

Studying abroad helps you become self-reliant and independent. It’s empowering to learn you can do things for yourself, without others’ help.

Amy also had to adjust to the Irish accent and the various ‘Irish-isms’ that pepper daily conversations.

While everyone speaks English, Amy says that the accents can really vary depending on what part of Ireland a person is from.

“Some of them are very light, and some of them are quite thick, but all of them are lovely,” says Amy. However, inside the classroom, Amy’s education was quite similar to what she was used to. She really enjoyed the program’s hands-on exercises and patientcentred approach to learning.

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“We practiced by working in a lab that simulated a pharmacy setting and we role-played patient counselling sessions,” says Amy. “Throughout the program, we developed our pharmacy practice skills and patient interaction skills, and built up our knowledge each year.”

Making connections At first, Amy was nervous about travelling on her own, but once she arrived, she realized she had little to fear. She quickly connected with other international students at the university, and became close with two Erasmus students, one from Germany and the other from Italy.

“They learned about Canada and practiced their English with me, and I learned about their countries and picked up a few German and Italian phrases from them,” says Amy. “It was really fun!”

While making connections with other people was a big part of her time abroad, she says the most important thing she gained was a newfound sense of independence.

“I learned how to cook, budget my money, and do minor household repairs, for example,” says Amy. “Living abroad, you learn how to navigate your way and do things yourself in a new place.”

Amy didn’t know what to expect from her trip – all she knew was that she needed to step outside

of her comfort zone and try something new. Fortunately, her Ireland adventure was the exact experience she was looking for.

“I love being able to learn about new cultures, foods, and languages from my international friends,” says Amy. “You can read about it in books, see it in movies and TV, but it’s never the same as living it or learning about it from a native of a country.”

The future ahead After completing her pharmacy degree and gaining experience in a variety of healthcare systems, Amy is ready to tackle the road ahead.

Amy feels that the experience has had a very positive impact on her career development. She completed her pharmacy degree and gained experience with other healthcare systems (Canada, Ireland, and even a rotation in the US via an Irish-US student exchange program). Living, studying, and working abroad has opened her eyes and taught her to see things from other perspectives – an invaluable skill for an aspiring healthcare professional.

“There are always different ways to approach things, different ways to do things,” says Amy. “Now I can take the best parts of what I’ve seen and apply it to wherever I am in my future career.”

Amy’s next goal? To complete her practical training and exams to gain both her Irish and Canadian pharmacy license. She plans to practice as a pharmacist at home in Canada, but is open to the opportunity to work abroad in the future.

“I hope that no matter where I end up in my career, I still get the chance to travel and experience new things,” says Amy.

Fun fact: Amy and her international friends stay in touch the old-fashioned way – by sending each other ‘snail mail.’ “It’s always exciting receiving a postcard or holiday card from them,” says Amy.

Amy’s tips for studying abroad 1. Keep an open mind. Be willing to meet new people and try new things. Talk to the locals.

Learn to see things from other people’s perspectives.

2. Do your research. Read up on your travel destination before you get there, and earn a phrase or two of the local language. People are often delighted if you show that you’re interested in their history or culture.

3. Think of it as an adventure.

Everything might be different, but it’s an exciting kind of different. Explore, experience, and discover. It will be the story of a lifetime!

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U.S. Universities

Canadians

A Summary of U.S. Universities that Provide Discounts – Just for Being Canadian The United States and Canada share the longest unfortified border in the world and enjoy one the deepest international trading relationships. In acknowledgement of the importance of this close relationship, many U.S. universities offer discounts to Canadian students. Typically these discounts are given based on competitive scholarships, a grade average minimum, and/or in accordance with an agreement from your home province.

Florida-Canada Linkage Institute (FCLI)

Application requirements: • 3.0 Grade Point Average (B average) • Letter of recommendation • Essay describing how the award will be used to the benefit of the linkage between Florida and Canada For more information, visit fcli.intl.ucf.edu or email info@fcli.edu. Applications for new applicants are due April 30th, 2016.

Established in 1987 by the Florida legislature, the FCLI is a competitive scholarship open to Canadian students interested in studying at any level of higher education in one of Florida’s 40 state-funded colleges and universities. The goal is to create a stronger bilateral relationship between Florida and Canada.

Features of the award: • Student tuition is reduced to the in-state tuition rate • Award is for one academic year, with the opportunity to renew each year • Available to students at all academic levels, including associates, bachelors, and graduate

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Manitoba-Minnesota Tuition Reciprocity Tuition reciprocity means that the state of Minnesota will allow students from Manitoba to pay in-state (domestic) tuition fees, and vice versa. Manitoba students can choose from 41 state-funded universities and colleges in Minnesota, including any of the University of Minnesota campuses. As a reciprocity agreement, the only requirement a student must have is their province of residence must be Manitoba.

Approximate tuition: • Community colleges (2-year, associate degree granting): $4,500 - 6,000/year • Universities (4-year, bachelor degree granting): $7,000 - 11,000/year

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Approximate tuition:

Other great partnerships

• Community colleges (2-year, associate degree granting): $5,000 - 6,000/year • Universities (4-year, bachelor degree granting): $7,000 - $14,000/year

University of Maine Mitten-shaped Maine looks like a hand extended north to break through Canada’s almost continuous 49th parallel border, therefore sharing most of its border with Québec and New Brunswick. It is of no wonder that Maine has robust Canadian Studies programs and offers discounted rates at their University of Maine campuses in Orono and Augusta, and the University of Southern Maine campuses in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston. The Canadian discount is not as low as in-state tuition, but is a special rate only given to Canadians and New England Regional students. The only requirement to receive this rate is Canadian residence.

Approximate tuition: $13,000/year

North Dakota contiguous Canadian province agreement For residents of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, you are able to enjoy an adjusted tuition rate at any of North Dakota’s 12 state colleges and universities.

These rates are available for both undergraduate

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and graduate students. Minot State University (MSU) offers their in-state rate to students all across Canada, and it has paid off! MSU is the third most popular U.S. destination for Canadian students.

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EducationUSA Canada knows of 16 other crossborder agreements for discounted Canadian tuition.

Check out the EducationUSA booth at the Study and Go Abroad Fairs or educationusacanada.ca for the full list. Here are a few highlights: • Wayne State University, Detroit, MI – Great Lakes Award, 10% above in-state tuition for Ontario residents WSU has done an excellent job attracting Ontario residents to Detroit. Their university has the largest population of Canadians in the USA! All Ontarians receive the Great Lakes Award and can apply to other available academic scholarships.

• Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA – 30% tuition discount for Canadians Liberty University is the highest attended Christian university for Canadian undergraduates, and has the ninth largest population of Canadian undergraduates studying in the United States.

Liberty attracts Canadian students with their large campus feel, while still having a faith-based education, and of course its discount of 30% off!

• D’Youville University, Buffalo, NY – 20% tuition discount for Canadians D’Youville University is a private, Catholic university, located just over the border in Buffalo, New York. D’Youville has the 6th largest population of Canadian graduate students and the 13th largest population of Canadians overall.

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Katelyn Bauer is a student in the Public Affairs and Policy Management program at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario. Before she even started her degree, she knew she wanted to do an exchange. The only questions were where and for how long.

“I have an extensive policy-focus within my program…I wanted a university which would have expertise in my area of studies while providing me with a different perspective,” says Katelyn.

While researching her options, she stumbled across the Killam Fellowship, a program that provides scholarships to Canadian students to study abroad in the United States. After reading more about the Fellowship, she decided it was the perfect fit and put together an application.

And as they say, the rest was history! As a Killam Fellow, Katelyn got the exciting opportunity to spend a semester in Washington D.C. at the American University.

From one capital city to another Picking a place to study was a relatively easy decision for Katelyn: the U.S. capital was a top choice for the public policy major.

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When you’re specializing in the field International Studies, having real-world travel experience is almost essential.

Fun fact: By the time she reached high school, Katelyn had already lived in three countries and seven different cities. She also spent a year abroad in Germany in Grade 11 and six months in France after graduation. Talk about a frequent flyer!

Katelyn’s American adventure Even the most seasoned traveller experiences some ‘culture shock’ when living abroad. In Katelyn’s case, it was adjusting to the faster pace of life in the U.S. capital.

“The best way to describe Washington D.C. itself is ‘busy’,” says Katelyn. “Everyone has 1,000 things on the go, there are conferences and seminars offered daily, and embassy cultural events to attend. It felt like I was living inside a movie or TV show, just casually walking past the White House or the World Bank – especially for an international affairs-nerd like me!”

Additionally, going from a mid-sized institution like Carleton University to a smaller liberal arts meant her

A semester in Washington D.C. would give her invaluable access to the country’s institutions and key players. Once she decided on the location, she started researching potential universities.

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“I found that my university, one of Killam’s partner universities, had a strong program in public policy and was one of the best international affairs schools in the country,” said Katelyn. “It was also located in the capital – something I thought would be perfect after spending a few years in Ottawa.”

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However, what really sealed the deal for Katelyn was the fact that the university offers courses in international education, a subject not taught at undergraduate level in Canada.

Even though she was staying in North America, Katelyn still had the typical to-do list of tasks to complete before she left Canada, such as researching her visa requirements and finding a place to stay. She began her housing search a few months before her exchange and quickly found the perfect place – a fullyfurnished apartment only 10 minutes from campus.

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“It was quite easy to find a place given the amount of interns that come and go out of D.C,” says Katelyn.

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educational experience was a little different than what she was used to.

“My classes at Carleton were between 100-200 students in my first and second year, and between 35-80 students in my third and fourth years,” says Katelyn. “At AU, every single one of my classes was under 25 students, with one as small as 12.”

In addition, Katelyn says that class participation was highly emphasized in her courses – an element that allowed Katelyn to really bond with her professors and build strong relationships with them.

“One professor reached out to his network of contacts, connecting me to a professional who would be instrumental in shaping my career direction,” says Katelyn. “Another one held a networking party at her home for the whole class. These are both experiences I will never forget!”

Another unforgettable experience? Getting to travel to the capital of country music: Nashville, Tennessee.

“I spent one evening just bar-hopping down Broadway Street, listening to the newest up-andcoming country music stars,” says Katelyn about her trip. “Going to Nashville really opened my eyes to how culturally diverse the United States is, and gave me a much deeper appreciation of our neighbours to the south.”

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One of the perks of studying abroad?

Making friends in different parts of the world!

“I met international students from all corners of the world while at AU,” says Katelyn. “I know I’ll have a place to stay in almost any country of should I have the time and money to visit!”

A life-changing experience In only a few short months, Katelyn was able to explore a wide range of opportunities and cultivate long-lasting friendships.

“It has been one year since the end of my fellowship so far, and I am still in touch with my AU connections as well as my Killam friends,” says Katelyn. “I can’t imagine how different life would be if I hadn’t met them.”

Katelyn’s experiences have also greatly impacted her future plans. Getting the chance to take courses in topics not offered in Canada allowed her to cement her knowledge within her field in ways that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise. Furthermore, the connections she made during her exchange have helped her take her career in exciting new directions.

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“I think I have definitely grown and changed as a young professional as a result of my exchange,” says Katelyn. “Being exposed to so many new people and new ideas has helped me to articulate exactly how I want to be involved in my field and allowed me to develop an extensive international network.”

After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in management consulting – working in public sector transformation with governments, NGOs, and educational institutions. After she gets more work experience and practical knowledge under her belt, she wants to get her Master’s in international education policy.

However, the most important thing Katelyn has gained from her time abroad is the understanding that you should never stop learning.

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“No matter how much experience you think you’ve gained, there will always be more facets, perspectives and stories to learn,” says Katelyn.

“Going to Washington D.C. is one of the most lifechanging decisions I have ever made.”

Katelyn’s advice for students and grads

• When it comes to financing, think outside the box. There are many scholarships and bursaries – like the Killam Fellowship – available to students travelling abroad that can be found through private foundations, national grant programs, and universities.

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• Research, research and research some more!

There will always be things that you can’t account for. However, the more research you do before going abroad, the less likely it is that you will be blindsided by something you missed.

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• Get involved. It can seem scary to put yourself out there, but the sooner you are able to get involved in your new city – whether that involves joining a university club, or a community sports team – the sooner you will make friends and find your ‘place.’

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And the Winner is…!

Sarah Doss was the winner of a recent Study and Go Abroad Fair draw for a trip to anywhere Air Canada flies. She tells us about her experience in Australia.

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It was a year of anticipation and planning for my big exchange to Brisbane, Australia, when suddenly one, two, FREE. What can I say; was it all a dream? Well it wasn’t, but it sure felt like one. This is probably the most free I have ever felt and will ever be in my life. I’m single, not working (at the moment), don’t have a family of my own or a big career (yet). I guess I’m kind of a free spirit right now – a curious and adventurous one.

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When I moved to Brisbane, I first found accommodation for a week with a chef-catererturned-hypnotist and sound-meditation therapist who was very welcoming and helpful until I found a place with some friends from Ryerson who were also on exchange.

The first week was difficult being in a new country without a phone, bank account, bus card, or any clue where I was going; but once that was settled and we found a place, it was smooth sailing from there. We moved into townhouses in a suburb in Brisbane called Kelvin Grove, within walking distance of the university campus, and within a month we were all settled in with a ping-pong table we acquired, some new friends from orientation, and a new and exciting couple of months ahead.

Through my travels I met some interesting characters and did some memorable things I never thought I’d have the opportunity to do. It may sound cliché, but I’m a bad liar so it’s coming straight from the heart: The beauty of travel is that you find a sense of self, whoever you want that self to be, and truthfully you’re never really alone. There’s never a dull moment because everything around you is new and exciting.

Things I learned • Don’t pack too much (for the amount I spent on overweight fees I could’ve gone on a nice shopping spree) • Don’t think you’re invincible: the sun will burn you, especially coming from -15 degree Canadian winter • Be resourceful. As my good friend Natali once said, borrow wifi and ask people!

• Look both ways, even if you think you’ve gotten used to cars driving on the other side of the road • Ask for student deals! Your student card is like gold • Shed a tear once in a while

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I won a roundtrip flight to anywhere in the world from Air Canada from a draw I had entered at the Study and Go Abroad Fair in Toronto. I signed my name and email at the door, not even realizing that I was being entered in a draw. Then, about two weeks later, I got an email saying I had won a flight – the grand prize.

That’s when I knew my exchange was meant to be, otherwise I probably would’ve had second thoughts about how I would afford to travel there. Anyway, soon I found myself in Sydney and then Brisbane, where I completed my 3rd year of university in Queensland on my exchange program.

• Carry napkins • Get used to sweating most of the time • Ditch the makeup • Avoid beach toilets (don’t say washroom as that’s only in Canada; in Aus it’s toilet or restroom) • No one knows what poutine is except for Canadians • Use a hostel and its free resources – tours, food deals, coupons • Stay organized • Get good at rolling clothes and killing bugs • If you meet your future wife/husband don’t be a wuss and just give them your number even if they’re from the other side of the world • Live in the moment, be present, put that phone away • Do it yourself • Be on time • Bring an unlocked phone and get a student phone plan – you need a smartphone to get around • Finish strong

Words to live by Beautiful things don’t ask for attention. – James Thurber Whatever you’re seeking won’t come in the form you’re expecting. – Haruka Murakami There could be so much more to say but I will close with thank you, thank you, and thank you again. I didn’t meet my Aussie husband, but I fell in love with the warm wind, the mystery of the sea, the beautiful friends I met from all over the world, and finding myself in a foreign land.

Contributed by: Sarah Doss I’m an easy-going Toronto native currently studying New Media (closest thing to magic) at Ryerson University. In the future, I hope to be in a creative environment working with the arts, design, innovation, technology in combination with my interests in teaching, psychology, travel, 3D printing, context aware computing, user interface/experience design and wearable technology. Feel free to contact me: sarah.doss@ ryerson.ca and through http://sarahdoss.com/

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INFORMATION

Country

Teaching

International Outlook

Research

Citations

Industry Income

Overall

World University Rankings 2015-2016 United States of America

95.6

64

97.6

99.8

97.8

95.2

University of Oxford

United Kingdom

86.5

94.4

98.9

98.8

73.1

94.2

3

Stanford University

United States of America

92.5

76.3

96.2

99.9

63.3

93.9

4

University of Cambridge

United Kingdom

88.2

91.5

96.7

97

55

92.8

5

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

United States of America

89.4

84

88.6

99.7

95.4

92

6

Harvard University

United States of America

83.6

77.2

99

99.8

45.2

91.6

7

Princeton University

United States of America

85.1

78.5

91.9

99.3

52.1

90.1

8

Imperial College London

United Kingdom

83.3

96

88.5

96.7

53.7

89.1

9

ETH Zurich – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

Switzerland

77

97.9

95

91.1

80

88.3

10

University of Chicago

United States of America

85.7

65

88.9

99.2

36.6

87.9

11

Johns Hopkins University

United States of America

77.6

70

90.4

98.2

100

87.6

12

Yale University

United States of America

86.5

64.3

87.8

97.2

43.3

87.4

13

University of California, Berkeley

United States of America

80.4

61.9

91.1

99.7

47.9

87.2

14

University College London

United Kingdom

78.1

94.4

91

94.2

40.5

87.1

15

Columbia University

United States of America

85.9

73.5

82.2

98.1

-

86.1

16

University of California, Los Angeles

United States of America

80.8

56.4

88.6

98.5

47.9

85.8

17

University of Pennsylvania

United States of America

82

49.5

86.9

98.6

47.9

85.2

18

Cornell University

United States of America

77.9

63.9

86.1

97.2

33.7

84

19

University of Toronto

Canada

75.9

77.8

89.3

90.9

49.1

83.9

20

Duke University

United States of America

76

56.5

78

99

100

82.7

21

University of Michigan

United States of America

76.8

53.7

85.2

94.4

56.3

82.4

22

Carnegie Mellon University

United States of America

67.4

57.1

88.8

99.1

57.5

82.3

23

London School of Economics and Political Science

United Kingdom

69.8

93.6

80.6

94.3

32.2

81.3

24

University of Edinburgh

United Kingdom

68.6

89.8

77.2

96.3

36.1

80.3

25

Northwestern University

United States of America

69.8

53.9

78.4

96.5

81.2

79.5

26

National University of Singapore

Singapore

71.7

96.2

84.5

79.4

49.8

79.2

27

King’s College London

United Kingdom

64.5

93.8

75.8

93.8

40.1

78.2

28

Karolinska Institute

Sweden

60.6

73.1

81.1

92.2

75.8

77.5

29

LMU Munich

Germany

70.5

62.8

77.4

85.7

100

77.3

30

New York University

United States of America

74.7

49.3

72.3

95.3

30.4

77.2

31

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Switzerland

61.3

98.6

67.5

94.6

65.4

76.1

32

University of Washington

United States of America

67.1

51.2

70

98.6

43.1

75.6

33

University of Melbourne

Australia

62

87.1

75.5

86.6

64.6

75.4

34

University of British Columbia

Canada

60.2

90.5

73.2

91.5

42.6

75.3

35

KU Leuven

Belgium

59.9

68.6

76.9

87.3

100

74.8

36

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

United States of America

64.5

45.8

81.2

86.8

52.8

74.5

37

Heidelberg University

Germany

68.8

62.8

69.6

88.2

68.2

74.4

38

McGill University

Canada

66.1

85.5

72.1

78.9

40.3

72.6

39

University of California, San Diego

United States of America

56.9

42.9

69.8

98.7

56.7

72.2

39

University of California, Santa Barbara

United States of America

52.6

61.5

66

99.2

90.4

72.2

41

Georgia Institute of Technology

United States of America

57.8

71.5

72.7

86

73.7

72.1

42

Peking University

China

77.8

49.2

72.4

69.1

100

72

43

University of Tokyo

Japan

81.4

30.3

83

60.9

50.8

71.1

United States of America

60.1

58.4

72.7

84.3

57.3

71

Hong Kong

64.6

99.5

72.8

70.1

53.7

71

United States of America

59.3

31.7

69.7

92.2

63.1

70.3

China

73.3

39.5

83

58.8

100

70

Rank

46

Title

1

California Institute of Technology

2

44

University of California, Davis

44

University of Hong Kong

46

University of Texas at Austin

47

Tsinghua University

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Citations

66.9

87.8

100

70

62.6

77

73.6

36.1

69.9

University of Wisconsin-Madison

United States of America

65.1

33

68.2

86.6

48.5

69.7

Brown University

United States of America

62.8

57.8

55.7

96.4

31.4

69.6

Australian National University

Australia

54.7

93.3

77.3

72.3

48

69.5

53

Technical University of Munich

Germany

61

63.8

66

80.1

99.2

69.4

54

École Normale Supérieure

France

70.6

85.5

47.7

87.1

37.1

69

55

Nanyang Technological University

Singapore

48.4

94.6

61.3

85.6

99.9

68.2

56

University of Manchester

United Kingdom

58.4

87

66

77.3

42

68.1

56

University of Sydney

Australia

54.3

84.4

68.1

77.5

72.4

68.1

58

University of Amsterdam

The Netherlands

52.2

66.5

64.7

87.4

62.8

67.8

59

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Hong Kong

49.4

80.5

66.1

82.6

68.1

67.2

60

The University of Queensland

Australia

49.2

89.3

62.8

82.4

76.7

67

60

Washington University in St Louis

United States of America

54.3

44.9

55.6

99.2

33.5

67

62

Utrecht University

The Netherlands

48.1

55.8

64.3

88.1

89.1

66.6

63

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

United States of America

58

39

54.5

95.9

39.4

66.4

64

Boston University

United States of America

57.8

51

49.5

97.7

30.3

66.1

65

Delft University of Technology

The Netherlands

55

84

73.8

61.5

100

65.9

65

University of Minnesota

United States of America

53.5

35.3

61

88

98.5

65.9

67

Leiden University

68

University of Southern California

69

49

Humboldt University of Berlin

50 51 52

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International Outlook 70.3

63.7

Wageningen University and Research Center

Overall

Teaching 52.6

Germany

Title

47

Industry Income

Country The Netherlands

Rank

The Netherlands

50.5

64.3

63.1

85.2

49.8

65.7

United States of America

49.3

56.3

58.9

93

38

65.5

University of Bristol

United Kingdom

47.6

82.4

51.6

91.2

40

64.3

70

Durham University

United Kingdom

47.9

86.4

51.9

87.7

34.4

63.6

71

Erasmus University Rotterdam

The Netherlands

37.2

76.1

55.2

95.6

54.6

63.5

72

Free University of Berlin

Germany

57.9

69.2

72.2

60.2

35.1

63.2

73

Monash University

Australia

48.1

87.6

58.5

73.3

79.7

62.5

74

University of Groningen

The Netherlands

43.3

63.9

56.9

84

92.4

62.4

75

Pennsylvania State University

United States of America

50.4

40.8

61.9

80.5

56.2

62.3

76

University of Glasgow

United Kingdom

41.6

85.8

48.3

92.3

31.6

61.9

76

University of Helsinki

Finland

48.4

51.8

60.4

82.1

31.6

61.9

78

University of Tübingen

Germany

47

58.2

59.8

79.3

59.2

61.7

79

University of Pittsburgh

United States of America

50.6

33.9

50.3

92.3

39.3

61.5

80

University of Warwick

United Kingdom

47.4

90.3

53.1

78.2

37.7

61.3

81

Uppsala University

Sweden

44.1

59.6

61

80.9

39.5

61.2

82

University of Copenhagen

Denmark

49.8

83.3

42.7

86.2

45

61

82

University of New South Wales

Australia

40.7

89.5

53.9

82.1

50

61

84

University of Freiburg

Germany

47.4

60.3

51.1

80.5

100

60.7

85

Seoul National University

South Korea

66.5

30.9

70.5

50

85.4

60.5

86

University of St Andrews

United Kingdom

49.7

92.3

47.3

78.8

30.6

60.4

87

Vanderbilt University

United States of America

47.8

29.1

44.2

95.7

63.2

60.1

88

Kyoto University

88

Maastricht University

90

Japan

70.6

26.1

69.3

46.6

79

59.9

The Netherlands

37.5

95.5

47.7

82.7

95.4

59.9

Emory University

United States of America

48.3

51

37.1

96.7

48.9

59.7

90

Lund University

Sweden

39.7

74.1

53.6

81.3

70.4

59.7

90

Ohio State University

United States of America

51.6

53

46.6

83.2

53.1

59.7

93

University of Exeter

United Kingdom

39.4

87.3

40

94.3

31.9

59.5

94

University of Bonn

Germany

45.1

63.6

47.5

85.3

-

58.8

94

Georgetown University

United States of America

54.4

52.7

39.3

82.5

80.7

58.8

94

McMaster University

Canada

39.8

76.1

44.8

84.9

88

58.8

97

University of Sheffield

United Kingdom

42.4

81.9

48.8

80.1

43.4

58.6

98

Queen Mary University of London

United Kingdom

34.1

93.5

41.3

93.3

36.8

58.5

99

University of Göttingen

Germany

49.3

56.4

54.5

72.7

31.8

58

99

Michigan State University

United States of America

47.3

56.4

52.6

76.8

32.2

58

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