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NDTV
3 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Planning To Study In Germany? Here Are Top Cities For International Students
QS Best Student Cities 2026: Munich ranks fourth globally in the the rankings. Germany has emerged as a preferred study-abroad destination, especially for Indian students. As per recent data, international students make up about 13% of the total student population in Germany. Of these, Indian students lead the pack with 42,578 enrolments, followed by China with 39,137. What draws students to Germany is not just the globally ranked universities but also factors like affordability, quality of life, career prospects, and a diverse student environment. For those exploring their options, the QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026 can be a helpful guide in identifying ideal cities for studying in Germany. Top German Cities in QS Best Student Cities 2026 Munich (Global Rank: 4) Munich ranks fourth globally in the QS Best Student Cities 2026. It scores highly for desirability, employer activity, and overall affordability. Leading universities: Technical University of Munich (QS rank: 22) Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (QS rank: 58) While living costs in Munich are on the higher side compared to cities like Berlin or even London, its excellent infrastructure and high standard of living make it an attractive choice. The city is also a major economic hub, home to global giants such as BMW, Allianz, Deloitte, and Accenture-making it ideal for career growth. In employer activity, Munich ranks 90 in the QS index. Berlin (Global Rank: 7) Berlin is another top performer, placed seventh globally in the rankings. It is home to three universities featured in the QS World University Rankings: Freie Universität Berlin (QS rank: 88) Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (QS rank: 130) Technische Universität Berlin (QS rank: 145) Berlin's QS Performance Highlights: Student View: 100 Student Mix: 77.6 Employer Activity: 85.5 Desirability: 84.2 Affordability: 53.7 The city scores the highest in the "Student View" category, indicating strong satisfaction levels among students. Its thriving cultural life, affordable education, and rich academic legacy make Berlin a top choice for international students. Stuttgart (Global Rank: 119) Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg, is also gaining popularity among international students. About 17% of its student population is from outside Germany. Key universities: Universität Stuttgart (QS rank: 355) University of Hohenheim (QS range: 801-1000) In QS rankings, Stuttgart stands out particularly for desirability (ranked 26th globally) and student experience. With a strong industrial presence and academic resources, it offers a balanced student lifestyle. No Tuition Fees At Public Universities One major benefit for international students in Germany is that most public universities do not charge tuition fees at the undergraduate level-regardless of the student's nationality.
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Business Standard
15-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
QS2026 rankings: Delhi, Mumbai, B'luru among top global cities for students
Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai are among the top 130 cities worldwide for students, as per the QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026 announced on July 9. While Mumbai leads the Indian pack by rank, Delhi has been recognised as the most affordable city in the world for students. All four major Indian cities have improved their positions in the rankings, indicating the growing appeal of India's higher education system. The QS Best Student Cities Ranking is compiled by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a global higher education consultancy that evaluates 150 cities worldwide to arrive at its rankings. Mumbai has re-entered the global top 100, climbing 15 spots to 98th place. Delhi has moved up seven ranks to reach 104th, while Bengaluru has made the biggest leap among Indian cities, jumping 22 places to 108th. Chennai has also shown strong progress, rising 12 spots to stand at 128th. High scores for affordability and employment Mumbai and Bengaluru have performed particularly well in the affordability category, both securing positions within the top 15 globally. In terms of employer activity, which reflects graduate employment opportunities, Delhi and Mumbai have both entered the global top 50. Bengaluru has surged 41 places in this category to rank 59th, while Chennai has risen by 29 positions, highlighting increased recognition of its graduates. NEP 2020 driving progress 'India's rising presence in the 2026 QS Best Student Cities Rankings is more than a statistical bump – it reflects a structural shift in the country's higher education landscape. As we approach the fifth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, its focus on global engagement, quality enhancement and student-centric learning is starting to bear fruit on the international stage,' said Jessica Turner, CEO of QS. This year, Seoul has overtaken London to become the world's top student city. London, which had held the number one spot for six years in a row, has fallen to third place, mainly due to a sharp fall in its affordability score, where it dropped 11 places to 137th. To be considered, cities must have a population of at least 250,000 and contain at least two universities featured in the QS World University Rankings. The assessment also includes insights from 100,000 survey responses, split between prospective students (desirability) and former students (student voice), with both factors carrying equal weight in the final score. Global rankings: Highlights Seoul has topped the QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking for the first time, earning a perfect overall score of 100 Tokyo holds second place with a score of 99.9, driven by strong employer engagement and student satisfaction Munich and Melbourne retain their top 10 positions, ranking fourth and fifth respectively Asia-Pacific gains and affordability trends Increases in Affordability scores have been widespread in the Asia-Pacific region, with notable improvements across Taipei, Hong Kong (SAR), Tokyo and Seoul, each gaining over 10 points. Ten out of the top 20 ranked cities are now in Asia-Pacific, underlining the region's rising status in global higher education. Safety, inclusivity and lifestyle preferences Seventy-nine per cent of students cited safety and inclusivity as their top priority when selecting a study destination, followed by 57 per cent who prioritised lifestyle and leisure opportunities.
The Star
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
KL ranks 12th globally in QS Best Student Cities 2026
PETALING JAYA: Kuala Lumpur breaks into the global top 15 best student cities for the first time, rising 11 spots to a record 12th place. The city also stands in the fourth position in Asia, just behind Seoul, Tokyo and Singapore. In the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Best Student Cities Rankings 2026, the city has improved across four of the six key metrics used in the rankings, including a strong performance in Employer Activity and substantial gains in Student Mix and Desirability. Since its debut in 2016 at 53rd place, the city has shown consistent upward momentum, with the only exception being a slight dip in 2022. However, Shah Alam dropped 21 places to the 144th position, as it declined across five of the six metrics used to compile the rankings. Kuala Lumpur has also climbed 10 positions in the QS World University Rankings indicator, placing 10th globally and sixth-best in Asia. This indicator is based on the performance of the local universities in QS' flagship global rankings. The city performs excellently in the Employer Activity category, placing 15th globally and fourth in Asia. This metric is based on responses from over 82,000 international employers surveyed by QS, as well as a 'youth employment bonus' derived from World Bank data, which adjusts scores based on youth employment levels to reward cities offering strong employment prospects for young graduates. In the Student Mix category, which captures the diversity and scale of the student population, Kuala Lumpur jumped 25 places to rank 47th globally, tied with Hong Kong.. In the Desirability metric, which combines QS's global survey of prospective students with a wide range of data sources—including pollution levels, safety, TripAdvisor ratings, and corruption indices—Kuala Lumpur climbs eight ranks to place 81st, representing its weakest performance across the indicators. According to a press release on Tuesday (July 15), QS said affordability remains a key factor for prospective students when choosing where to study and live. The rankings show that 25 of the 30 most affordable student cities are located in Asia, highlighting the region's relative cost advantage. Kuala Lumpur places 33rd globally in this indicator, dropping nine positions year-on-year. In the Student Voice category—based on over 49,000 student opinions about inclusivity, friendliness, transport, culture, and more—Kuala Lumpur placed 69th globally, a slight dip of two spots from last year. QS chief executive officer Jessica Turner said Kuala Lumpur's 'continuous ascent', having improved almost every year since 2016, underscores the city's dedicated efforts to establish itself as a premier global study destination. The newly released 2026 rankings, which feature 150 cities and districts, also reveal a notable shift in the global landscape, with Seoul overtaking London to become the world's best student city for the first time. Tokyo retains its second place, while London, which held the number-one position for six consecutive years, falls to third place, largely due to a significant drop in the Affordability indicator, where it slipped 11 places to rank 137th globally. Rounding out the global top ten are Munich (4th), Melbourne (5th), Sydney (6th), Berlin and Paris (joint 7th), Zurich (9th), and Vienna (10th). Notably, Asian cities continue to rise in prominence. This year, 39 cities from the Asia-Pacific region (excluding Australia and New Zealand) are featured, including three newcomers. Kyoto and Osaka make their debut as individually ranked cities, having previously been grouped under the Kyoto–Osaka–Kobe metropolitan label. Among the 34 Asian cities ranked last year, 26 have improved their positions, one remains unchanged, and only seven have declined, with just four falling by more than three places. Several Asian cities have achieved their highest-ever rankings since the list's inception, including Seoul (1st), Kuala Lumpur (12th), Beijing (13th), and Taipei (14th), underscoring Asia's growing prominence as a global hub for higher education. QS ranks cities with a population of at least 250,000 and with at least two universities placing in the QS World University Rankings. The ranking offers a powerful lens into the sentiments of both prospective and former students, with 100,000 survey responses contributing to the Desirability (prospective students) and Student Voice (former students) indexes. Each category carries equal weight. The full 11th edition of the rankings, released today, can be found at
