The number of programs in English at universities has increased by 22% over the past three years, and in ten years there have been 3 times more of them — there are more than 40 thousand English-language programs in various universities around the world. This opens up excellent opportunities for students regardless of their country of origin, especially due to the difficulties of obtaining visas to native speakers.
Where are the most programs in English?
Which countries are the most generous with programs in English? The clear favorites are Germany, Ireland and the Netherlands. These countries provide a wide range of opportunities for students who want to get an international specialty.
But what about those that are gaining momentum quickly? Turkey, Italy and Portugal are showing the fastest growth in English-language courses, and this is good news! It is also worth mentioning China and Singapore, which are becoming increasingly popular among students seeking to receive education in English. And here's a surprise: South Africa has outrun China itself in this aspect – there are more programs there!
What can be studied in English?
Let's now see which areas are the most popular. It's no surprise that computer science and IT top the list: the world is changing, technology is becoming a part of our daily lives, and the demand for IT specialists is only growing. But science is not far behind: natural sciences, mathematics, agriculture and forestry — these areas also strive to attract students from all over the world. Let's add ecology, earth science, humanities, medicine, engineering and technology, as well as pedagogical areas to the list.
