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European universities with world-class reputation
Europe is one of the top places for education. There are millions of people around the world wishing to study abroad. Many of them are drawn to Europe, largely due to the fact that it offers a wide range of top-class study programs, many of which are taught in English.
With some of the world’s best and most prestigious universities that are located in different European countries, the Old continent has a lot to offer to everyone interested in gaining international experience and high-quality education. Cross-border cooperation within Europe has shaped a strong international academic community that conducts cutting-edge researches.
Many people also choose to study throughout Europe because it offers a chance to explore many different cultures and countries which are all well connected and easily accessible with trains and buses within relatively short travel time.
Some of the oldest and highest-ranked universities in the world can be found on the European continent. For instance, the University of Bologna founded in 1088 proudly holds the title of the oldest university in the world. In numerous global university rankings, the collegiate universities of Oxford and Cambridge in the United Kingdom are often found among the Top 10 best academic institutions in the world.
According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022, the best three European universities are located in the UK which makes the country a very popular destination for international students.
In this respectable publication of university rankings, the University of Oxford has been ranked in the first place for the sixth year running, marking an incredible success. As a modern, research-driven university, Oxford was also ranked first in the Times Higher Education’s 2021 subject rankings in the ‘clinical and health’ category, as well as computer science. Furthermore, Oxford University also ranked within the Top 5 for social sciences, life sciences, engineering and technology, business and economics, arts and humanities, law, and education.
The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and the world’s second-oldest surviving university. Located around Oxford’s mediaeval city centre, the worldwide-famous university comprises 44 colleges and halls. With more than 100 libraries, it is also the largest library system in the United Kingdom.
UK’s University of Cambridge was ranked 5th best university globally by the Times Higher Education’s 2022 rankings, which also makes it Europe’s second highest-ranked university. It is home to over 23,000 students from more than 140 countries and is considered one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Students who attain qualifications from Cambridge are most sought after by employers in almost every field.
Located some 90 kilometres north of London, Cambridge is well known for its picturesque streets, gardens, architecture, and surrounding countryside, which makes it the perfect place to sit back and relax, or to explore the great outdoors. In addition to offering top-notch education, international students in Cambridge are also able to enjoy beautiful nature and greenery, making this city a very attractive destination for international students.
Imperial College London is ranked just below Cambridge University when looking into universities located in Europe. It is known for innovation, excellence, and employability around the globe which is why it has been ranked 12th best university in the world.
ETH Zurich is the highest-ranked university outside the UK, placing 4th in Europe and 14th globally. Another two universities which placed remarkably high on this prestigious annual university rankings are University College London (UCL) and London School of Economics and Political Science. The two London-based academic institutions were ranked 5th and 6th among European universities respectably, as well as 18th and 27th globally. (photo credit: Sidharth Bhatia/Unsplash)
