Norway offers a host of undergraduate and graduate study abroad programs taught in English, and as such, has become a firm favourite for international students. Country overview The Land of the Midnight Sun earns its title from northern Norway's

Study abroad in Norway and you'll be surrounded by some of the most spectacular natural scenery the planet has to offer. From the ethereal tranquillity of the fjords, to the spectacular snow-peaked mountains of Jotunheimen National Park, and to the

The Netherlands is a country where stereotypes are the norm, but this makes for a beautiful and very characteristic nation to study abroad in. Country overview Dykes, windmills, canals and tulips will be seen wherever you are, and you can expect to

The Netherlands is a country of fascinating contradictions: it retains a traditional and quaint feel, but its people are forward-thinking and sophisticated; it's one of the world's most densely populated countries but has a serene and relaxed pace

For domestic students, Japan presents a bewildering variety of postgraduate study options. The country is home to almost 700 universities and a total of over 2000 graduate degree programs covering every conceivable area of academic pursuit. However,

Carrie Bee Hao tells Top Universities about student life in Japan. Name: Carrie Bee Hao Degree:Masters of Business Law University:Hitotsubashi University Nationality:Tokyo, Japan "Japan is a challenging country to take up further studies

In no other place will you find the mix of a bustling fast-paced metropolis with the calm tranquillity that hangs over the zen gardens and temples of Japan. Country overview Situated between the North Pacific and the Sea of Japan, this country of

Samurai, sumo, kimono, geisha, judo, jujitsu: words that are synonymous with Japan's ancient and exotic cultural heritage. Known as the 'land of the rising sun', today Japan merges this traditional character with the high-tech and bustling modernity

In recent years Ireland has become an extremely attractive destination for international students at all levels: it boasts high quality universities and colleges with established international reputations, it is renowned as a friendly and easy

It's famous for St Patrick's Day, Guinness and boy bands but Ireland is fast becoming a place known for the quality of its undergraduate and postgraduate education. QS Top Universities looks at the pros and cons of studying abroad in Ireland.