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Read more articles about studying science, engineering, computing and technology around the world by clicking on the titles below. For all the latest international news stories affecting higher education, please click here.

DENMARK IS INTO GREEN TECHNOLOGY

Denmark is a great place to study sciences related to the environment and green technology, with its commitment to being independent of fossil energy by 2050

STUDYING IN OTTAWA: A CAPITAL, A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY

With great ties to industry and impressive higher education options, Ottawa could be the study destination for you

STUDYING FOR THE 'INFORMATION AGE' - ICT IN THE USA

ICT and telecommunications subjects provide the technology needed for today’s information based society, and the USA offers plenty of opportunities

CLIMATE CHANGE SCIENCE AND POLICY

Climate change is an important issue, and studying climate change science and policy can equip you with the expertise and understanding needed to tackle it

MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO THE WORLD AROUND YOU: CHOOSE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Whether you want to manage and monitor natural resources or protect wildlife in a range of ecosystems, consider studying environmental science for an opportunity to truly make a difference

AN INTERVIEW WITH A SCIENTIST

Aarathi Prasad is Science Advisor to the British Council. She’s also written a book and been involved in TV and radio programmes. Here, she tells about 
her career in science

STUDYING A MASTER’S SCIENCE PROGRAMME IN SWEDEN

Study a master’s science programme in Sweden is a way to get the best out of many aspects of life

BECOMING AN ENGINEER IN CANADA

Learn how to become a professional engineer in the Canadian province of Ontario

ENGINEERS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

Find out what makes a good engineer, what disciplines there are and more about studying engineering in Ireland

COMPUTATIONAL LINGUISTICS IN NORTH AMERICA

A brief guide provided by the North American Association for 
Computational Linguistics

ENGINEERS UNDERSTAND FORWARD THINKING

The European Federation of National Engineering Associations represents engineering in Europe and promotes professional mobility

STUDY ENGINEERING IN NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand has a number of institutions offering top-quality IPENZ-accredited engineering degree programmes

STUDYING FOOD TECHNOLOGY IN THE UK

If you love science and love food, why not consider studying to be a food scientist or food technologist in the UK?

ENGINEERING IN IRELAND

Learn about the academic and career benefits of studying Engineering 
in Ireland

CHEMISTRY IN CANADA: NOW AND IN THE FUTURE

Canada is a multicultural nation with a high-quality education system and a focus on encouraging more students to choose chemistry

NEW ZEALAND ENCOURAGES INNOVATION AND ENTERPRISE

New Zealand is leading the way in bio-sciences; a country where innovation rules and accessibility is key

WHAT TYPES OF ENGINEERING ARE THERE?

Learn all about the different types of engineering with this guide to the main disciplines

WANT A CAREER IN GENETIC SCIENCE?

Genetic scientist Aoife McLysaght tells us about her career in genetics and how she got there

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Find out the difference between Environmental Science and Environmental Management, and why Western Australia is a great place to study either

WHY STUDY A SECT SUBJECT IF YOU'RE FEMALE... WHY NOT?

The UKRC encourages women to study and work within the SECT areas - read examples of women in successful SECT careers here

NEW ZEALAND: THE PERFECT PLACE TO STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

New Zealand is perfectly placed as a centre for research in science, especially environmental and earth sciences, says Dr James Renwick

THE DIFFERENCES IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Here, two professors explain what is involved in some different areas of environmental study

A VIEW FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DESK: A CHEMISTRY TEACHER’S PERSPECTIVE

Higher level chemistry teacher, Associate Professor Emily Parker, tells us how she aims to make chemistry accessible to all

GREEN MOBILITY: COOL ENGINEERS NEEDED

Why not think ‘outside of the box’ and consider studying automotive engineering? The possibilities are endless...

BECOMING A GEOLOGIST IN THE UNITED STATES

Opportunities for geologists are increasing and the USA offers a great environment to learn

STUDYING SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE IN AUSTRALIA

Turn your passion for the environment into a career and study Sustainability Science in Australia

GREEN, TECHNO AND TRADITIONAL SCIENCE IN NEW ZEALAND

Science is a diverse subject area and New Zealand offers the chance to study in many of the different areas available, from traditional to techno sciences

EXPLORING THE OCEANS IN SCOTLAND

Scotland is the perfect place to study marine sciences, with its long coastline and diverse marine environments

THE BENEFITS OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIPS

You can gain invaluable research and experiences by doing internships in the scientific and technical industries

IRELAND'S STUDENTS EXCEL IN THE GAMING INDUSTRY

With several global software companies based in Ireland it is no surprise that Irish institutions are at the forefront of computing education. Here are two success stories of students in Ireland who have developed their own award-winning software

AN INTERVIEW WITH... AN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST IN AUSTRALIA

Read an interview with a professor about the benefits of studying environmental science in Australia

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WIND ANALYST

Graduate scientists in Ireland have a wealth of career possibilities after their studies. Paul Hughes, a Wind Analyst, describes a typical day’s work

WATERLOO: A CITY OF IDEAS

One of the top cities in Canada, Waterloo is located in the middle of Canada's technology triangle and has an important role to play in the country's future

SCIENCE IN THE UK

Learn what the UK has to offer all budding scientists

INSTITUTES OF TECHNOLOGY: WORLD CLASS EDUCATION

Ireland’s fourteen institutes of technology offer students a vast range of academic and practical programmes. This article explores why Ireland’s institutes offer a great starting point for careers in science and technology

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING: ENGINEERING WITH A DIFFERENCE

Combine engineering with the life sciences for an exciting career in biomedical engineering

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: INTERNING WITH ECO-UNESCO

For any student, direct experience is vital to securing a first job after graduation. ECO-UNESCO offer a variety of internships for students looking to learn more about the environment and gain experience

TENNESSEE: A WORLD LEADER IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Tennessee, in southeastern USA, provides great opportunities for students studying science

WHAT DOES ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY IN AUSTRALIA INVOLVE?

Interested in the state of the environment? Want to understand how it works? If so, then Environmental Science could be the degree for you

MASTERING MARINE BIOLOGY IN THE UK

Find out about the opportunities available in marine science; UK student Hannah Towner tells us about her experiences

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A METEOROLOGIST

An insight into the behind-the-scenes work that goes into producing the daily weather report from Meteorologist Sarah O’Reilly

CORK: WHERE EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY MEET

Ireland is a country of entrepreneurial thinkers and a hub for the science and technology industries. Michael Loftus, from Cork Institute of Technology, discusses the opportunities for science and technology students in Cork

STUDYING THE ENVIRONMENT IN AUSTRALIA: A FIRST CHOICE LOCATION

Find out what makes Australia such a great location for studying 
the environment

TIPS FOR STUDENTS PREPARING THEMSELVES FOR A CAREER IN IT

The UK’s largest IT graduate employer, FDM Group, offers students advice on preparing themselves for breaking into the IT industry

INSPIRING PEOPLE WITH SCIENCE IN THE UK

Innovation at the UK’s Science and Discovery Centres makes this a great place to discover, and study, science

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GAMES DEVELOPER

Ireland offers plenty of careers in computing for graduates. Here Games Developer Hugh Grimley guides you through a typical working day

READING THE SKIES: WEATHER FORECASTING IN THE UK

The UK experiences some of the most changeable weather in the world, so where better to learn how to forecast it?

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING STUDY IN IRELAND

Ireland has plenty to offer international students looking to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering and maths

NEW JERSEY: WHERE THE ACTION IS

When choosing where to study a science programme it is important to consider the scientific advances that have come out of that area. This article explores New Jersey’s reputation for scientific excellence

CHEMISTRY: A VITAL SCIENCE FOR THE FUTURE

Chemistry-based jobs are being recognised more than ever as vital to the future, and the UK offers some of the best chemistry university departments in the world

ENGINEERING CAREERS IN THE UNITED STATES

An overview of the various types of engineering programmes in the United States and the career opportunities that follow

DELAWARE: SMALL SIZE, BIG OPPORTUNITIES

Delaware is the second smallest state in the USA, though it has a long history of scientific and technological advancements, making it the ideal location to pursue a scientific education in a friendly setting

SELECTING A TECHNICAL PROGRAMME IN THE UNITED STATES

With such a wealth of science and technology programmes available in the USA, how can you be sure you’re picking the right course? Keryl Cryer of ABET explains how choosing an accredited course can help guarantee a high standard of education

WHAT IS CHEMISTRY?

Chemistry is an exciting and complex discipline, incorporating both discovery and creation. But what actually is Chemistry?

THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE IN BRITAIN

As a world leader in science, Great Britain has a rich history of scientific development to explore

STUDYING NANOTECHNOLOGY IN AUSTRALIA

Nanotechnology is a specialised degree that leads to a variety of careers. This article explains what nanotechnology involves and explores the huge opportunities for nanotechnologists in Australia

STUDYING CHEMISTRY IN AUSTRALIA

High-standard institutions, a variation of courses and a wide range of future employment possibilities: study chemistry in Australia

INFORMATION SECURITY: THE NEW EMERGING THREAT

As information security becomes an ever more prominent threat to society, the need for experts in computer science, computer security and information technology has increased, and courses are developing to better protect the public from identity fraud and computer thieves

CHEMISTRY WITH A DIFFERENCE

For a career that combines chemistry, biology, technology and many more disciplines, choose medicinal chemistry

CHEMISTRY: MOLECULAR ENGINEERING FOR THE FUTURE

This article explores the importance of chemists to the advancement of society and discusses how Australian chemistry programmes prepare students to work in this pivotal field

MATHEMATICS IN AUSTRALIA: IT ALL ADDS UP

President of the Australian Mathematical Society, Nalini Joshi, discusses the opportunities for maths enthusiasts in Australia

CHEMISTRY DEGREES IN THE UK

Dr Sean McWhinnie from the Royal Society of Chemistry introduces chemistry courses in the UK