Study Destination Guide: Asia

In our increasingly interconnected world, the traditional limits of where people may acquire new knowledge have expanded substantially. As a result, Asia has become a popular destination for overseas students in this context. The unique combination of Asia's cultural heritage, economic vitality, and educational excellence makes the region an attractive study abroad option.

To begin with, some Asian schools and universities have achieved worldwide reputation for maintaining high academic standards. Universities in China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia regularly score in the top tiers of global university rankings due to their tough curriculum and focus on research and innovation. These nations excel in disciplines such as technology, engineering, medicine, and business, offering foreign students world-class educational options that will prepare them for successful careers.

In addition to academic merit, many students may find studying in Asia to be a more cost-effective alternative. Although tuition costs may differ among universities, they remain comparatively affordable in comparison to Western nations. A considerable reduction in the cost of living in numerous Asian countries renders the total expense of earning a degree more economically feasible. A multitude of scholarships are additionally accessible to international pupils, thereby augmenting the economic allure of Asia.

Beyond scholastic pursuits, studying in Asia offers an immersive experience in languages and cultures. Students are exposed to a diverse array of cultures, dialects, traditions, and cuisines in this region, which offers them intriguing experiences beyond the confines of the classroom. In addition, acquiring proficiency in an Asian language—be it Korean, Mandarin, or Japanese—could confer a significant competitive advantage in an era of expanding Asian influence on a global scale.

As home to a number of the most rapidly expanding economies globally, Asia presents a plethora of internship and employment prospects. Asia is host to a significant number of multinational corporations, startups, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) representing a wide range of industries. These companies may consider international pupils who study in Asia for employment, thereby enhancing their competitiveness on the global labor market. Students studying in Asia have the opportunity to establish connections with peers from various countries, thereby establishing a global networking platform. Students at universities in Asia frequently represent a variety of nationalities, providing them with the opportunity to network internationally, which can prove beneficial for their future careers and academic pursuits.

International students may benefit much from attending an Asian institution, from affordable education and academic excellence to work opportunities and cultural immersion. The advantages are immense, even if there could be some challenges, such getting beyond language barriers and adapting to new cultural norms. A degree from an Asian university may provide students the knowledge, views, and experiences needed for both professional and personal growth in a world where comprehending and adapting to global dynamics is becoming more and more important.

More than 900 Asian universities are included in the global university rankings released by different organizations. Quacquarelli Symonds and THE have two of the most extensive lists of global university rankings, which we will compare.

Mainland China

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
Tsinghua University	25	16
Peking University	17	17
Fudan University	50	51
Shanghai Jiao Tong University	51	52
Zhejiang University	44	67
University of Science and Technology of China	137	74
Nanjing University	141	95
Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech)	301	166
Wuhan University	194	173
Huazhong University of Science and Technology	275	176
Sichuan University	355	196

Hong Kong SAR

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
The University of Hong Kong	26	31
Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)	47	45
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology	60	58
Hong Kong Polytechnic University	65	79
City University of Hong Kong	70	99

Japan

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
The University of Tokyo	28	39
Kyoto University	46	68
Osaka University	80	251-300
Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech)	91	301-350
Tohoku University	113	201-250
Kyushu University	164	501-600
Nagoya University	176	301-350
Hokkaido University	196	501-600
Waseda University	199	1001-1200

South Korea

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
Seoul National University	41	56
KAIST - Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology	56	91
Yonsei University	76	78
Korea University	79	201-250
Pohang University of Science And Technology (POSTECH)	100	163
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)	145	170
Hanyang University	164	401-500
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)	266	174

Singapore

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
National University of Singapore (NUS)	8	19
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore)	26	36
Singapore University of Technology and Design	429	N/A
Singapore Management University	545	N/A

Malaysia

UNIVERSITY	QSWUR	THEWUR
Universiti Malaya (UM)	65	351-400
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)	137	601-800
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)	158	601-800
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)	159	601-800
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia	188	601-800