The latest news and features on UK students studying abroad
September 2023
University Guide 2024
‘It redefined my values’: should you go on a year abroad?
Most universities now offer students opportunities to study, work and live abroad, no matter what course you’re studying.
March 2020
Quitting EU Erasmus scheme would 'blow a hole' in UK economy
Education and business leaders point to lost income for country and opportunities for students
January 2020
What will Brexit mean for your money? Key questions answered
Thanks to the Erasmus programme, my small world grew big
Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
May 2019
‘It was a no-brainer’: but does a degree from abroad really make a difference?
As applications to study in Europe plummet before Brexit, we ask British students who’ve done it where they are now
March 2019
Tips for students
If the Erasmus scheme closes after Brexit, how else can I study abroad?
Uncertainty surrounds funding of the scheme due to Brexit, but there are alternatives for those who fear they could miss out
January 2019
Tips for students
What to do when studying abroad goes wrong
Studying in a different country is a fantastic opportunity, but how do you cope if it’s not the great experience you were hoping for?
November 2017
Study abroad: ‘I like being part of an international community’
Kate Pemberton chose Copenhagen for her postgraduate degree, where courses are fee-free for EU students, and grants are offered for part-time workers
How to do a postgrad course for free in Europe
As EU citizens, Brits’ options for cheap or free postgraduate courses and funding opportunities are still plentiful, despite the possibility of Brexit
Can living abroad close the attainment gap for BAME students?
A new campaign aims to get universities to double the proportion of students on overseas placement, and to increase the diversity of those who go abroad
October 2017
Language learning
Will learning a language abroad for a year make you fluent?
You’ll need to immerse yourself in the culture to learn a new language quickly. Here’s how
July 2017
The global student
My reverse culture shock: returning from a year abroad is tough
After a life-changing year studying in Canada, coming back home felt like a backward step
April 2017
The global student
What's it like to study in Germany?
Germany has been named the most attractive country for international students. Here’s what to consider before you make the move
February 2017
The US travel ban would be bad news for American universities
Mary O'Hara
No wonder leading US higher education institutions opposed the president’s executive order – the benefits offered by international students are clear
December 2016
The global student
The best places to study for a degree in Europe
Studying at a European university is a chance to learn a new language, make friends – and escape £9k tuition fees
November 2016
Postgraduates 2017
Studying abroad: get ready for an overseas adventure
Graduates discuss why they decided to study for an MA abroad
September 2016
Government urged to protect EU Erasmus student exchange scheme
Calls for Brexit minister David Davis to safeguard Erasmus programme, which allows students to study in EU for free for a year
June 2016
Guardian Students
The great escape: five reasons to study abroad for a master's
What now? How leaving the EU will affect our everyday lives
April 2016
The global student
What student life is really like at a Spanish university
From the hardcore nightlife to the fiery debates in class, I’ve found that being a student in Spain is very different to studying in the UK
