If you have made the decision to
get your master’s degree, it stands to reason that you want to study at the
best possible university. But how do you choose the right one out of all the
thousands in your country and throughout the rest of the world?
Of course, a lot depends on what
courses you are interested in and what your main priorities are, however, there
are a number of universities that stand out as being especially prestigious. To
give you an idea of just how broad your options are, we’ve narrowed down the
top ten universities around the globe to get your master’s degree.
1. Harvard University
Harvard University has ranked as
the number one University in the United States for years now, and 2012 was no
different. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard has made a name for
itself with its extensive library, athletic teams, on-campus residential
housing and of course, its excellent courses in Economics, Political Science
and Sociology.
Harvard has an average freshman
retention rate of 97.2%, and has a gender distribution of 50% male and 50%
female.
2. National University of
Singapore
The National University of
Singapore is Asia’s leading university with 16 faculties and three campus
locations in Kent Ridge, Bukit, Timah and Outram. It is known for its excellent
student exchange programs and entrepreneurial internships at NUS Overseas
Colleges.
With an overall ranking of 28 on
Top Universities’ list of best universities, it is dedicated to creating a
supportive and innovative environment to foster the creativity of its students.
Some of its best degree programs include Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and
Management, and Arts and Humanities.
3. University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge has
an overall ranking of 1 on the Top Universities’ list, and is famous for being
one of the oldest universities in the world. Its buildings attract visitors
from all over the world, as do its museums.
Endorsed by the Quality Assurance
Agency, the University of Cambridge is best known for courses in Arts and
Humanities, Life Sciences and Medicine and Engineering, and Technology. Another
reason for its popularity is the fact that it organizes a great number of
sporting and cultural activities each year.
4. Melbourne University
Melbourne University was
established in 1853, making it the oldest university in Victoria. It has an
overall ranking of 31 amongst the world’s best universities and attracts over
40,000 students every year. Degree programs offered at the University of
Melbourne include Biomedicine, Arts, Music and Science.
5. Massachusetts Institute of
Technology
Massachusetts Institute of
Technology, or MIT, is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts and is divided into
five schools and one college. It has strong programs in Economics, Psychology,
Biology, Chemistry, Earth sciences and Mathematics.
It has a total enrollment of
4,299 students, of which 55% are male and 45% are female. Its average freshman
retention rate is 97.5%, which shows just how satisfied its students are.
6. University of Tokyo
The University of Tokyo has an
overall rating of 25, and has been established since 1877. It has become
popular with students from all over the world due to its student exchange
programs.
It offers excellent master’s
degree programs in Engineering, Agriculture, Life Sciences, Environmentology
and Academic Studies.
7. Toronto University
With an overall rating of 23 on
Top Universities’ list, the Toronto University has gained a reputation for
having one of the strongest teaching and research faculties in North America.
It offers degree programs in
Social Sciences and Management, Natural Sciences and Engineering and Technology
and is one of the most cited universities amongst researchers throughout the
world. The Toronto University’s campus also provides students with over 1000
clubs and extra-curricular activities to engage in.
8. Yale University
This private Ivy League
university is located in New Haven, Connecticut. With an impressive 315 acre
campus and total enrollment of 5,310, Yale University is one of the most highly
sought after universities in the world and was ranked as number 3 on the U.S.
News’ list of the world’s best universities in 2011.
It is well-known for having
superb drama and music programs, although the most popular majors at Yale
include Biology/Biological Sciences, Political Science and History. It has an
impressive freshman retention rate of 99% and a gender distribution of 49.6%
male and 50.4% female.
9. ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal
Institute of Technology)
ETH Zurich has the honor of being
the university where Einstein began his career, and is known for being one of
the best universities in Europe. Its overall ranking on Top Universities’ list
is 18.
It has 16 departments and offers
Master’s degree programs in Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Engineering
Sciences and Architecture and Civil Engineering, System-Oriented Natural
Sciences, and Management and Social Sciences.
Two thirds of its professors are
international and its location in the upbeat city of Zurich with its happening
nightlife makes it a favorite with students from all over the world.
10. Imperial College London
Imperial College London ranks as
number 6 on Top Universities’ list and provides nearly 14,000 students from all
over the world with a range of excellent degree programs in Engineering,
Natural Sciences, Medicine, Business and Humanities.
The university is often consulted
by governments and is called on to offer informed commentary to the media on a
regular basis. Its major campuses are located in South Kensington, Silwood Park
and Wye.
Another thing that makes Imperial
College highly sought-after is the fact that it has been rated as the best
university to go to in terms of job prospects. The average starting salary for
graduates from Imperial College is £25,780, the highest of any university in
the UK.
About the Author. Tess is part of the team
behind Open Colleges, a TESOL course provider based in Australia.
When not working, she spends her time reading and planning her daily travels.
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