University Updates

Estonia Named World's Best Country to Relocate to in 2026
Estonia has ranked first in the 2026 Global Relocation Index, which assesses countries on factors including affordability, safety, political stability, air quality, housing, banking infrastructure and overall living conditions. The Baltic nation performed particularly strongly for its banking infrastructure, business…
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Japan and Russia resume youth exchanges
Japan and Russia are set to restart a youth exchange programme after a seven-year suspension, with around 15 Japanese university students travelling to St Petersburg in August 2026. Participants will undertake Russian-language lessons and interact with local students, marking the…
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How international doctoral education could do better
Europe’s long-standing Doctor Europaeus (European Doctorate) label is being highlighted as an opportunity to strengthen the international dimension of doctoral education. Introduced in 1991, the supplementary certificate recognises PhD candidates who meet specific international criteria, including completing a research stay…
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Europe Continues Expanding International Student Mobility Through Erasmus+
The Erasmus+ programme continues to strengthen international student mobility across Europe, with ongoing initiatives aimed at improving collaboration between higher education institutions and making future student exchanges more efficient through enhanced digital systems. These developments will benefit future international students…
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Iceland to Introduce Full Tuition Fees for Non-EEA Students from 2027
Iceland has approved new legislation requiring students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) to pay full tuition fees at its public universities starting from the 2027–2028 academic year. The move makes Iceland the last Nordic country to introduce tuition…
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