North America

A Canadian education

In international comparison tests, Canada’s school students rank among the best in the world. Given that this is a bilingual country with no integrated national education system and no federal department of education, however, relocating parents will need to navigate different systems across the 13 jurisdictions. We take a look at considerations for families looking for a school.

How to make the most of an international school Open Day

Everything prospective parents, employers and relocation professionals need to know when researching and looking around global schools.

The rise of global student mobility

In recent years, the number of students enrolled in universities and higher-education institutions outside their countries of citizenship has risen dramatically. Gaining international experience has become a top priority for school-leavers. We explore this growing global trend, and look at the ramifications of Brexit.

Education in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

With a report by technology company, Dell estimating that 85 per cent of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t yet been invented, today’s school leavers are facing a future in an uncertain job market. Find out how schools are helping students to develop skills that will make them work-ready.

Canada's schooling options for expats

A look at the education options available to families relocating to Canada, from the IB to AP programmes.

Germany 'best country', UK top for education says global survey

Which country do people around the world regard as the planet's best? The answer, it seems, is Germany, with Canada and the UK in second and third places.

Universities – The best of the world's oldest

To mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, Times Higher Education (THE) has compiled a list of the world's top 25 universities more than 400 years old.

Curbs on postgrad work ‘putting students off coming to the UK’

The main reason international students are put off attending UK universities is the lack of post-study work opportunities, according to a new survey.

$15 million student awards programme announced by United World Colleges

UWC International has announced a $15,000,000 funding boost.