The 10 most-read student articles of 2020
We reveal the most read articles on THE Student in 2020, including top universities for graduate employability, new student work visa announcements for the UK and how to study from home efficiently
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As with everything in 2020, the world of higher education has been forced to adapt to the impact of Covid-19.
Students the world over have had their studies and university applications interrupted and transformed, as classes and admissions interviews went online for the first time.
While students have had to adapt to a new model of online learning and adjust the ways that they socialise, THE Student has shared as many tips as possible on how to make the switch, as well as publishing blogs from students around the world to ensure you know that you aren’t alone.
Below are the top 10 most read articles and student guides this year but be sure to check out the rest of the THE Student site for further advice on everything to do with university.
10. What does the new post-study work visa mean for international students?
There was some good news this year: the announcement of the Graduate Immigration Route. This is a new visa category to allow international students studying at UK universities to stay and work in the country for up to two years post-graduation, as of autumn 2020.
This piece explains everything you need to know about the changing visa process as an international student coming to the UK, and how it might benefit your future career options.
9. Tips for studying online and at home for university students
Since Covid-19 made face-to-face teaching impossible for so much of 2020, students have unsurprisingly sought advice on how to work efficiently from home and avoid screen fatigue.
From setting up group calls to study together to creating a productive workspace, this handy article outlines our top tips for managing remote working and all the new challenges that have come with it.
8. 10 common college interview questions (and how to answer them)
Many international students taking online university interviews will be trying to figure what they will be asked and the best ways to prepare.
This piece breaks down 10 of the most common interview questions and how to go about answering them. Working your way through these questions and identifying a few strong talking points for each of them is a great way to prepare for the big day.
7. The cost of studying at a university in the UK
From fees and accommodation to living and travel costs, getting a clear picture of how much it will realistically cost to study in another country can be a daunting task. Our essential guides break down the cost of every aspect of university life to help international students make sure everything is covered.
Our most popular guide this year was on the cost of studying in the UK, but we also have guides covering the costs of studying in Canada, the United States, Australia and many more.
6. Most international universities in the world
When looking into studying abroad, students want reassurance that their chosen university has an established, active and supportive international student body ready to welcome them.
Using data from the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020, this piece highlights the top five most international universities in the world, measured by international student and staff numbers, international collaboration and global reputation.
5. Best universities for graduate jobs: Global University Employability Ranking 2020
Employment prospects shouldn’t be the only reason you choose a university, but it is a factor to consider. This ranking reveals which universities recruiters at leading companies think are best at preparing students to be a successful fit in their workplace.
This year, our global ranking was the most popular, but you can also browse our rankings of top universities for employability for the UK, the United States, and many more countries.
4. Top 50 universities by reputation 2020
Each year, Times Higher Education reveals the institutions with the best reputations, as measured by academics around the world.
Although these rankings are based on academics’ views, they offer students a helpful picture of how different institutions measure up in terms of teaching and research.
Notably, this year, the University of Tokyo moved up a spot to join the top 10, which is usually dominated by the Ivy League and Oxbridge.
3. Which subject should you study at university?
Decisions, decisions! Your journey into higher education will require a lot of big choices, and your choice of subject is one of the most important things to get right. After all, this is what you’ll be studying all day, so you need to make sure you pick something you will find rewarding.
This article provides links to our comprehensive subject guides, and the career options that they could lead you to. If you’re thinking about careers, or you are at the beginning of your university search, this is a perfect place to start.
The Times Higher Education subject rankings offer a more detailed insight into the best universities in 11 different subject areas.
2020’s most popular piece in this series was the best universities for medicine, but you can browse through the best universities for a range of subjects, such as life sciences, law, psychology and many more.
THE’s “best universities in” guides remain the biggest hit for student readers. These articles use data from the Times Higher Education World University Rankings to give you an overview of the top five universities in each country, as well as a table of every university that we rank in that country.
This year, our best universities in the UK piece was the most popular but be sure to check out our pages outlining the best universities in Australia, the United States, Canada and many more.
