Studying abroad is a perfect opportunity to widen your academic horizons, develop an international outlook, immerse in a new culture, and do so much more. International experience can be an addition to your resume as well. While countries like the US, the UK, Canada, and Australia, to name a few, are some mainstream study abroad destinations, you will be amazed to know some hidden gems too. Let’s discover them together!

Key Highlights:

• 5 Offbeat and best countries to study abroad
• France
• Ireland
• Spain
• New Zealand
• Italy
• Other best study destinations for international students

5 Offbeat and best countries to study abroad

• France

  What comes to your mind when you think of France? Eiffel Tower, isn’t it? Well, among the student community, France is known for reasons beyond this iconic structure. The impeccable education provided by world-class universities draws 400,000 international students every year. If you want to study in an abroad university, then you must know that France is home to ~75 universities and colleges that focus on offering a blend of theoretical and practical subjects.

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Some of the best abroad universities in France

Sr. No.	Name of the universities	Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2024	Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024
1	Paris Sciences et Lettres University (PSL University)	1	1
2	Université Paris-Saclay (Paris-Saclay University)	4	2
3	Institut Polytechnique de Paris (The Polytechnic Institute of Paris)	2	3
4	Sorbonne Université (Sorbonne University)	3	4
5	Université Paris Cité (Paris Cité University)	7	5

• Ireland

  This Emerald Isle is known for hosting a safe and secure environment for international students. Several Irish varsities appear in the top 500 universities for offering exceptional education. The National Framework of Qualifications (NFF) is responsible for evaluating the quality of education provided by Irish universities. It is also home to 1,000 MNCs, which offer an easy transition from academics to careers.

Top study abroad universities in Ireland

Sr. No.	Name of the universities	QS World University Rankings 2024	THE World University Rankings 2024
1	Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin	1	1
2	University College Dublin	2	2
3	University of Galway	3	4
4	University College Cork	4	5
5	Dublin City University	6	6

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• Spain

  Studying in Spain will expose you to vibrant cultural experiences. Spanish universities often deliver top-tier higher education at budget-friendly tuition costs. Spain is home to ~75 universities offering courses in specializations such as Marketing, Finance, Hospitality Management, STEM, and Arts & Humanities. Some top cities to study in Spain are Seville, Valencia, Barcelona, and Madrid.

Best universities in one of the best study abroad destinations for Indian students: Spain

Sr. No.	Name of the universities	QS World University Rankings 2024	THE World University Rankings 2024
1	Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Autonomous University of Barcelona)	1	2
2	Universitat de Barcelona (University of Barcelona)	2	1
3	Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Pompeu Fabra University)	6	3
4	Universidad Complutense de Madrid (Complutense University of Madrid)	3	6
5	University of Navarra	5	4

• New Zealand

  You can expect to receive industry-focused learning when studying in New Zealand. Many varsities offer study programs that include internships and co-op programs to enable you to be career-ready. It is a haven for Engineering aspirants as it is famous for courses in Civil Engineering, Software Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering, to name a few. Programs across various specializations will encourage students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Best universities at popular study abroad destination: New Zealand

Sr. No.	Name of the universities	QS World University Rankings 2024	THE World University Rankings 2024
1	The University of Auckland	1	1
2	University of Otago	2	2
3	Auckland University of Technology (AUT)	8	3
4	Massey University	3	8
5	Victoria University of Wellington	4	5

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Italy

From study programs that attract promising career opportunities to exposure to a multicultural environment and home to some of the oldest universities in the world, Italy has it all. Some of the popular areas of specialization to pursue in this study destination are Arts, Architecture, and Fashion Design, among others. It has approximately 35 universities and colleges. You can choose from ~500 study programs offered at Italian educational institutions.

Some top universities in Italy

Sr. No.	Name of the universities	QS World University Rankings 2024	THE World University Rankings 2024
1	Politecnico di Milano (The Polytechnic University of Milan)	1	5
2	Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna (The University of Bologna)	3	1
3	Sapienza University of Rome	2	3
4	Università di Padova (The University of Padua)	4	4
5	University of Florence	9	12

Other best study destinations for international students

• Malaysia
• Portugal
• Chile
• Norway
• Poland
• Belgium
• Netherlands
• Dubai
• Finland
• Singapore
• Sweden
• Denmark

Now, you can get ready to pursue a master's abroad at any of these offbeat and promising destinations. If you are worried about finances, you can opt for a loan for studying abroad purposes. At Avanse Financial, we offer student loans with several benefits. So, if you want to apply for a student loan, contact us today!