Check out QS’s top-ranked student cities for 2025! The ranking highlights the best urban destinations for international students, evaluated based on a diverse range of indicators across six key categories: University Rankings, Student Mix, Desirability, Employer Activity, Affordability, and Student Views.
London (Rank #1)
London boasts the highest number of universities and university students in the UK. Additionally, it is one of the world’s most diverse cities, attracting citizens and students from around the globe.
Example of Universities in London:
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- Brunel University London
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- City, University of London
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- Middlesex University
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- Queens Mary University of London
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- Royal Holloway, University of London
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- University of Greenwich
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- University of Westminster
Melbourne (Rank #5)
Melbourne is a prime destination for international students, hosting one of the world’s most diverse student communities with approximately 94,000 students from around the globe.
Example of Universities in Melbourne:
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- Deakin University
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- La Trobe University
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- Monash University
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- RMIT University
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- Swinburne University of Technology
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- Victoria University
Sydney (Rank #6)
Sydney provides students with a fantastic climate, featuring mild winters and warm summers perfect for swimming and exploration. Known for its diversity and welcoming atmosphere, Sydney invites students from numerous countries to experience the Australian way of life. As Australia’s financial and economic hub, Sydney is renowned for its stunning harbour views, iconic opera house, numerous green spaces within the city, and proximity to beaches.
Example of Universities in Sydney:
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- Macquarie University
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- University of New South Wales
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- University of Sydney
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- University of Technology Sydney
Singapore (Rank #15)
Small but densely populated, Singapore has gained a strong reputation for educational excellence in recent years. As one of Asia’s primary business hubs, it is also known for its prosperity, low crime rates, and low unemployment. Additionally, Singapore is a highly multicultural society where locals are accustomed to interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and are respectful of different cultures.
Example of Universities / Institutes in Singapore:
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- Curtin University Singapore
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- James Cook University Singapore
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- PSB Academy
Kuala Lumpur (Rank #23)
Kuala Lumpur is a melting pot of cultures. In addition to its multicultural society, it is one of the world’s most affordable student cities, thanks to the ideal combination of low living costs and relatively low tuition fees.
Example of Universities in Kuala Lumpur:
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- HELP University
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- Monash University Malaysia
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- Sunway University
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- Taylor’s University