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How higher education can drive economic growth in France
The French higher education sector has a crucial role to play in driving economic growth France has a significant opportunity to enhance its economic landscape through focused efforts in four...
From China to the World
Chinese students are the top source market for universities all over the world – they are critical to the sustainability of international higher education. But what do they want from...
QS Arab Rankings 2025 Results Table (excel)
The QS World University Rankings® have been in existence for over 20 years. Since then, we have become the global market leader for student insights and guidance. Access the QS Arab...
From India to the World
Indian students make up a huge proportion of international students. What do they want from the higher education institutions they’re looking to study at? With the motivations, perspectives and views...
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QS Insight Magazine features essays by and interviews with higher education leaders and global employers, as well as in-depth analysis of the rankings and articles on the latest hot topics in higher education.
In the latest QS Insights Magazine, we explore how universities are able to maintain their commitment to uplifting the community in the face of anti-DEI sentiment. Other stories featured in the edition delve into the challenges of research funding, what Gen Alpha is looking for in their higher ed journey, as well as how universities are helping cities and regions transform into knowledge economies.
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