Study in Europe: Countries
Europe by Charles Clegg, CC BY-SA 2.0, modified
Austria
22 universities, 182 study programmes in English
There are many compelling reasons to study abroad in Austria: World-class teaching at renowned universities, a high quality of life at cheap cost of living, and very low tuition fees for international students. With many universities and hundreds of English-taught courses to choose from, the central European country is not just something for mountain enthusiasts - there is something to be found for everybody.
Belgium
11 universities, 127 study programmes in English
Belgium is a multilingual nation in Western Europe, where French, Flemish/Dutch and German are spoken - and countless other languages, because its capital Brussels is also the de-facto capital of the European Union.
Denmark
32 universities, 592 study programmes in English
Studies repeatedly show that people in Denmark are the happiest in the world. And international students couldn’t agree more: Universities in Denmark offer high-quality education with a modern approach to teaching, there are no tuition fees for Europeans, and you can choose from hundreds of Bachelors or Masters in English.
Estonia
10 universities, 237 study programmes in English
Estonia is the northernmost of the Baltic countries, and a small, proud nation of 1.3 million. Many of its universities offer English-taught study programmes in a vibrant, modern setting.
Faroe Islands
1 university, 1 study programme in English
Located in the Atlantic, halfway between Iceland and Scotland, the stunningly beautiful Faroe Islands are a small island nation with only one university - and only one degree programme taught in English.
Finland
39 universities, 557 study programmes in English
Finland is a great place to study abroad: The small Northern European nation is home to some world-class universities that offer high-quality teaching, you get to enjoy a remarkable quality of life in a safe environment, the locals are welcoming - and everyone speaks English. Better yet: Students from Europe study for free at Finnish universities.
France
60 universities, 296 study programmes in English
Thanks to world-leading universities and tuition-free education at public institutions, France is one of the most popular student host countries in the world. Many French universities have increased the number of English-taught degree programmes in recent years. Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Social Studies - in France, you can study virtually any subject in English.
Germany
158 universities, 675 study programmes in English
For many international students, Germany is the ideal country to study abroad: World-leading universities, many English-language study options especially at the postgraduate level, and no tuition fees at public universities. For these reasons and more, every year around 100,000 students from around the world choose to come to Germany for their university education.
Hungary
2 universities, 3 study programmes in English
From its glorious capital Budapest to its beautiful nature, Hungary offers a wealth of experiences to international students. Dozens of universities offer degree programmes in English at reasonable tuition fees.
Ireland
11 universities, 73 study programmes in English
As an international student in Ireland, you’re guaranteed the warmest of welcomes in an inviting and multicultural setting. Although just a small country, its dozens of universities and colleges offer many thousand study programmes, catering to every academic or professional path.
Italy
54 universities, 40 study programmes in English
Italy offers the perfect combination of stunning history, academic tradition, and innovative research and education. In the birthplace of Europe’s first university, many of Italy’s institutions are today among the best in the world. International students are flocking to the Southern European country to receive world-class education and enjoy la dolce vita - “the sweet life”.
Latvia
25 universities, 248 study programmes in English
Although a small nation, there are many universities in Latvia, with a broad range of study programmes in English - and especially many at the Bachelor’s level.
Lithuania
35 universities, 362 study programmes in English
Lithuania, located on the Baltic Sea, is the bustling connecting hub between Western and Eastern Europe. Many Lithuanian universities offer a broad variety of Bachelors and Masters degrees in English.
Malta
3 universities, 19 study programmes in English
Malta is a popular place to study abroad, as English is its second official language, together with Maltese. A handful of universities offer study programmes in a range of various academic subjects.
Netherlands
25 universities, 377 study programmes in English
The Netherlands, also known as Holland, has long been a popular country for students seeking top-quality education. Universities in Holland offer more Bachelors and Masters in English than those in any other continental European country - so whatever subject you want to study, you will find it in the Netherlands! Tuition fees are modest for students from the EU/EEA, and on par with the UK for students from outside Europe.
Norway
23 universities, 271 study programmes in English
Known for its stunningly beautiful coastlines, Norway is known as one of the countries with the highest quality of life. Norway’s universities offer high-quality education, and there are hundreds of English-taught study programmes in this small country. And although the cost of living is probably higher than anywhere else in Europe, tuition is free.
Portugal
4 universities, 5 study programmes in English
Portugal looks back at 800 years of university tradition. Today, many of the universities in this Western European country are among the best in Europe, and offer first-rate study programmes in English at very low tuition fees.
Russia
32 universities, 162 study programmes in English
Plenty of exciting study options await international students in the largest country on earth: Russia offers high-quality education at world-renowned institutions, and is rapidly internationalising its university sector. Dozens of Russian universities offer a variety of study programmes in English.
Spain
4 universities, 33 study programmes in English
It's not just the great weather and the beautiful beaches: Spain attracts students with world-class universities and offers high-quality education at modest tuition fees.
Sweden
38 universities, 762 study programmes in English
Sweden is a popular country for international students: Its universities are among the best in the world, its people known to be friendly and welcoming, and students from the EU/EEA can study tuition-free. Swedish universities offer around 1,000 degree programmes taught entirely in English.
Switzerland
13 universities, 210 study programmes in English
Switzerland is a small country located at the heart of Europe, with a multilingual population of just over 8 million. While the cost of living is very high, the tuition fees are comparably low, and with some of the world’s best universies, the country attracts a growing number of foreign students every year.
United Kingdom
123 universities, 1960 study programmes in English
The UK is Europe’s most popular country for international students. At more than 100 universities, you can choose from literally tens of thousands of study programmes. British universities enjoy a reputation for cutting-edge research and world-class education. And there are plenty of exciting career opportunities for international graduates.