QS Rankings for 2023 revealed

The hotly anticipated QS rankings for 2023 are out and they reveal some interesting changes for the year ahead. Each year, universities worldwide are ranked on 8 key indicators that include reputation and number of international students and it continues to be an exceptional indicator of success of a university. This year, MIT remains at the top spot, but Cambridge has overtaken Oxford for second place, pushing Oxford down to a respectful 4th place. The top 10 remains dominated by the UK and US, with the National University of Singapore and Peking University just falling short at 11th and 12th place and Tsinghua University at 14th. 

Read the full list here: QS World University Rankings 2022: Top Global Universities | Top Universities

Imperial College London offers new international scholarships for students studying the IB 

Imperial College London has launched new scholarships and they are specifically for those studying the IB. For those who hold places in the Engineering or Natural Sciences faculties and the Business School, up to £3,000 per year could be awarded for academic excellence in the IB. The International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarships are only for students studying the IB outside of the UK, giving an excellent opportunity for prospective international students who are considering studying at IC. 

Read more here: Imperial launches international scholarships for IB students | Imperial News | Imperial College London

Does a career mean I have to turn my back on education forever? 

A recent article from Business Insider explores the potential of studying a qualification while working and shares the results of a recent workforce survey that suggests this is a very popular benefit offered by employers. If you are at work currently and find yourself wanting to explore your education options further, Business Insider suggests it is worthwhile speaking to your employer as they may have the resources to fund your studies. Business Insider suggests: “Taking advantage of this benefit may help you advance in your career, stand out among your colleagues, and feel more inspired at work.” It is never too late to go back into education and explore your passions further, particularly when backed by your employer. 

Read the full article here: Business Insider: Taking advantage of education benefits may yield long-term value for your career. Here's why you shouldn't leave them on the table