Top European Countries To Pursue Higher Education

Quality education is a foundation for the rest of your life and witnessing the current trend in employment, it is also the source of a steady, sustainable income. But as the number of students continues to rise, the universities in the country are filling up fast. Those looking for education are seeking practical alternatives elsewhere.

If you are one of those looking for options abroad, might we suggest Europe? It is one of the biggest educational hubs for international students and receives hundreds of thousands of applications per year. In the list below, we will be talking about the five top European countries to pursue higher education.

1. Germany
   Germany is probably the best place to study in Europe. It offers many easy to avail facilities to its undergraduate students that make staying and studying in the country affordable. If you are a student from other parts of Europe, or even from countries outside of Europe, you don’t have to pay any tuition fee. The only money you pay goes towards administrative expenses and is not a lot. English is taught to Germans as a second language. You can get around easily even if you don’t know much of German. However, to get a student visa you have to know enough German to speak and comprehend it. Also, there are not many English-only undergraduate courses in the country; you can increase your scope by learning German.

2. Italy
   Being home to some of the world’s oldest universities is a huge advantage. Italy provides not only academic value but also exposure to the oldest forms of art in the country. As a student, you learn from your exposure to the international destinations of Milan, Rome, Venice, and Florence. From an academic point of view, there are many courses that you can choose from. Be it engineering or arts, both courses equal appreciation in the country. The only downside of Italy is that you will have to spend a bit more than what you would have in other European countries.

3. Sweden
   Another popular destination for international students in Sweden. Sweden is a highly affordable place for visiting students since higher education till Ph.D. is free for students from abroad. The Ph.D. position at many of the top universities is paid, which means that on top of studying for free, you also start earning a salary while finishing your research. Another advantage that you will have in Sweden is that most of the courses are taught in English. Even if you don’t know Swedish as a language, you can still manage to pursue and attain a degree from a reputed university. The scholarship opportunity is also a lot better as they recognize English as a medium for their test.

4. Norway
   The cost of living in Norway is a little bit higher than what it is in most other European countries. But the inclusion of an almost crime-free neighborhood, friendly locals, and the breathtaking beauty of the place makes it worth it. To top it all off, the cost of education in Norway is free if you attend a public university. The only exception is in certain technical courses. Being home to some of the top universities of Europe, Norway receives a lot of international students from even outside Europe. The vibrant atmosphere makes it a viable destination for those who are looking to make a home outside their home country. Language is not a barrier for those looking to expand their options.

5. France
   As one of the academic powerhouses of Europe, France boasts of more than ten universities in the QS world rankings. As with most of the other countries on this list, the cost of education in the country is low and you don’t have to spend a lot in keeping up with your education. The money that you save can be spent on exploring the country and learning from the culture. Although the majority of courses available in the country are taught in French, there are still approximately a thousand courses that are available in English. As French is also a popular language, it is fairly easy to pick up. Affordable living can be easily found in the country.