Included in the QS World University Rankings by Subject is a ranking of the world’s 200 top universities for politics degrees, based on a methodology which assesses each institution on academic and employer reputations among other factors.

With expensive study destinations like the US and the UK dominating the rankings, it can be difficult to find funding. Luckily, we’ve compiled a range of scholarships to study at the 10 top politics schools, which are revealed in reverse order below. You can browse more scholarships to study abroad here, and the full 2019 politics ranking table can be viewed here.  

10. Australian National University (ANU)

Ranked 10^th for its politics degrees, the Australian National University (ANU) is down slightly this year but is nonetheless consistently the highest-ranked Australian university for this subject, earning its best score for the academic reputation indicator (second in the world).

Annual international fees for its Bachelor of Political Science degree currently stand at AU$41,280 (~US$29,200). For domestic students, the course is a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), meaning that the government pays part of your fees, and you will only need to pay the student contribution amount (more info here).

While ANU doesn’t currently offer any scholarships specific to politics, it does offer a selection of scholarships, including those specific to studying at the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences (in which politics is housed). Notable scholarships include the Academic Excellence Masters Scholarship, aimed at international students from China, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong or Indonesia. You could also check our general list of scholarships to study in Australia.

9. Yale University

Heading to the US, Yale University is ranked ninth for politics and international studies in 2019, earning its best score in the citations per paper category, a measure of research impact.

Undergraduate tuition fees at Yale stand at US$55,500 for the 2019/20 academic year, and Yale estimates the total cost of studies per year (including room and board and other expenses) at a whopping $75,925. The university’s MA in International Relations/Global Affairs, offered at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs, had fees of $42,100 in 2018/19.

Fortunately, Yale is one of the five US universities to offer need-blind admission to all students, both domestic and international, meaning it won’t consider your ability to pay when deciding whether or not to offer you a place, and meets 100 percent of students’ demonstrated financial need, with an average of $52,800 awarded in 2018/19. Read more about financial aid at Yale here.

You can view a list of general scholarships to study in the US here.

8. University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

The University of California, Berkeley (UCB) is ranked eighth among the world’s top universities for politics degrees, again achieving its best score in the citations per faculty indicator.

As of the 2019/20 academic year, undergraduate fees at UCB are $14,184 for Californian residents and $43,176 for out of state students, including international students. At graduate level, fees are $14,132 for Californian students and $30,544 for all other students.

Scholarships on offer from the university’s Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science include the Travers Undergraduate Scholarship in Ethics and Politics, a merit-based scholarship awarding a stipend of $12,000 per year, aimed at all students planning to serve their country or community in a government capacity in the future. There are also numerous general scholarships and graduate fellowships available to study at UCB. 

7. Princeton University

Down from third place last year but nonetheless ranking as one of the top 10 political science schools, Princeton University boasts a perfect score for the citations per faculty indicator, making it first in the world for this indicator.

Princeton currently charges $51,870 in undergraduate tuition fees, and it estimates the total yearly cost of attendance at $73,450.

Like Yale, Princeton is need-blind to all students (both domestic and international), allowing all students, regardless of family income, to attend. Students with a family income of $65,000 or less receive full financial aid including tuition, room and board.

Those interested in pursuing predoctoral research might be interested in applying for the Emerging Scholars in Political Science (ESPS) program, which aims to increase the participation of students from underrepresented groups in political science PhD programs.

6. Stanford University

Stanford University climbed an impressive 11 spaces in this year’s politics ranking, now placing sixth in the world for this subject and the second-best institution in the US. The university’s department of Political Science pursues research in American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political methodology and political theory.  

Tuition fees are currently $52,857 for all undergraduates and $52,479 for graduate politics degree students. The university has a limited amount of financial aid available to international students – so if you think you’ll need aid at any point during your studies, you must state this within your application. As well as using financial aid, many students fund their studies with a loan or part-time job.

5. University of Cambridge

Heading to the UK, the University of Cambridge is ranked fifth in this year’s politics ranking, with a very high score for the employer reputation indicator.

Those wishing to study politics at Cambridge at undergraduate level can expect to pay £9,250 (~€10,700) per year (if they’re a UK/EU student), or £19,197 (~US$25,200) per year (for overseas students). The university’s MPhil in International Relations and Politics costs £16,320 (€18,900) for UK/EU students and £29,220 (~US$38,300) for overseas students, while its PhD in Politics and International Studies costs £8,337 (~€9,660) for UK/EU students and £23,361 (~US$30,700) for overseas students.

Funding is available from sources such as the Cambridge Trust, which awards approximately 500 scholarships every year, and the Gates Cambridge program, which grants awards to outstanding postgraduate applicants from outside the UK. And for PhD students, the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) recently announced that five new merit-based PhD studentships are available, funding a full-time three-year doctoral degree in Politics and International Studies.

More scholarships to study in the UK can be found here.

4. London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

A frequent feature at the top of ranking tables for social science subjects, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is ranked fourth among the world’s top universities for politics in 2019.

LSE charges the regular UK/EU fee for its BSc in Politics (£9,250), while the overseas fee was £19,152 (~US$25,150) for the first year in 2018. For its MSc in Global Politics, the 2019/20 will be the same for UK, EU and international students, at £23,328 (~US$30,600). However, the amount of financial aid you’re eligible for varies depending on what fee status you’re classified as.

LSE offers generous financial support in the form of bursaries and scholarships, such as the Kadas Scholarship (aimed at undergraduates from specific European countries), the ICAP Undergraduate Scholarship (which covers the full tuition fees of a student from sub-Saharan Africa), and the LSE Master's Awards (awards ranging from £5,000 to a full award, with preference given to students from low and middle-income families).

3. Sciences Po Paris

Heading to France, Sciences Po is the highest-ranked institution for politics in mainland Europe, earning a perfect score for the academic reputation indicator. This university might be ideal for those looking for an international experience - Sciences Po’s three-year bachelor’s degrees conclude with a year abroad at one of its partner universities, and more than half of students are international.

Tuition fees for undergraduate students in the European Economic Area (EEA) vary from €0 to €10,540 (~US$11,940) depending on your household income, while non-EEA fees are €10,540 per year at undergraduate level and €14,500 (~US$16,400) for master’s programs.

To enable all students to pursue their studies at Sciences Po, the university offers substantial financial aid including the Emile-Boutmy scholarship, open to undergraduate or master’s students from outside the EEA, and the Sciences Po Europe bursary, open to all first-year EU/EEA/Swiss students.

2. University of Oxford

The University of Oxford retains its position of second, and is first among the top universities for politics and international studies in Europe, achieving a perfect score in the ‘H-index’ indicator (which measures the productivity and impact of the publication of a scientist or scholar).

Oxford’s BA in History and Politics degree costs £9,250 per year for UK/EU students and £26,235 (~US$34,450) for overseas students, while the university’s MPhil in Politics costs £17,745 (~€20,600) for UK/EU students and £26,960 (~US$35,400) for overseas students.

Oxford recently announced its intention to increase the bursaries available to students from low-income backgrounds in 2020. You can search for scholarships based on your fee status, study level and year of entry here – many of Oxford’s scholarships will not require a separate application.

1. Harvard University

Concluding our look at the top universities for politics and international studies, Harvard University retains its position of first in the world, receiving a perfect score for the employer reputation indicator. At Harvard, politics degrees are available as government degrees through the Department of Government, and the university also offers a PhD in Political Economy & Government.

For 2018, tuition fees for all undergraduate students were $46,340, and the university estimated yearly total expenses of at least $71,650. Luckily, as with fellow Ivy League schools Yale and Stanford, Harvard is need-blind to all students, both domestic and international. 55 percent of undergraduates therefore receive need-based scholarships, and families with household incomes of $65,000 or less are not expected to contribute anything. International students are eligible for the same amount of financial aid as US students.

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As the universities in Buenos Aires continue to climb the QS Latin America University Rankings 2018, more international students are looking to study in the Argentinian capital. And although living costs and tuition fees are considerably lower in Latin America compared to elsewhere in the world, a little extra financial help never goes unwanted!

There’s a wide range of scholarships available for international students who want to study in Buenos Aires. Whilst most scholarships are based on academic merits, there are a handful of specialized scholarships that are targeted at students from particular backgrounds, interests, skills and ambitions.

Even though it can be difficult to find the right one straight away, it’s important to find the scholarship that suits you. So make sure you do your own research and apply in good time – competition for scholarships, especially international scholarships, can be fierce.

To help make the scholarship search a little easier, we’ve already found some of the best scholarships you can study in Buenos Aires.

Mente Argentina Scholarships 

Students who are planning to study at graduate level in Buenos Aires can apply for various international scholarships from Mente Argentina. The Academic Merit Scholarship, Financial Need Scholarship and Short & ELAP Program Scholarship are just some of the scholarships offered by Mente Argentina. Successful candidates may be awarded between $250 to $2500 depending on the scholarship.

To apply for one of Mente Argentina’s scholarships, you’ll need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 for the Financial Need Scholarship, and a GPA of at least 3.7 for the Academic Merit Scholarship and the Short & ELAP Program Scholarship. You’ll also need to write an original essay, provide a personal statement and complete the scholarship application form.  

Roberto Rocca Education Program 

Students from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, China, Ghana, Guatemala, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Romania, UK, US, Uruguay and Venezuela are eligible to apply for the prestigious Roberto Rocca Education Program scholarship.

The three scholarships listed below are applicable in Buenos Aires, and students must enroll in an undergraduate program, such as engineering, geosciences and material sciences to be considered.

• Scholarship for New Engineering and Geosciences students. There are 40 scholarships offered each year throughout 13 public universities for students who start their studies in engineering and geosciences.
• Scholarships for New Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering students at the Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires. Only five scholarships are awarded to students every year at the Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires.
• Scholarships for Advanced Engineering and Geosciences students. There are 20 scholarships awarded to fourth and fifth-year students across 13 public universities, who specialize in engineering and geosciences.

The scholarships are awarded on academic merit, professional achievements, leadership potential and commitment to the economic and industrial advancements in their home country.

Universidad de Buenos Aires scholarships

The University of Buenos Aires offers various scholarships for international postgraduate students, such as the Financial Aid scholarships.

There are also specific internationals scholarships for postgraduate students from China, Mexico and Italy.

Merit Assistance Fund at IAE Business School

Created by IAE Alumni, the Merit Assistance Fund (FAM) allows current full-time MBA students to apply for tuition grants of up to 40 percent at IAE Business School, including:

• Admission Scholarship for Foreign Students,
• Best GPA Scholarship,
• Public Sector Scholarship,
• Third Sector Scholarship,
• Entrepreneurial Spirit Scholarship,
• Honor Loans.

For more information about the scholarships available at IAE Business School and how you can apply, visit their website.

Margaret McNamara Education Grants

This scholarship is available at Austral University, and is specifically for women aged 25 or over who are from a “lower, or middle-income developing member country.” In your application, you must also be able to successfully demonstrate your commitment to improving the lives of women and children.

QS Scholarships

QS Leadership Scholarship

The QS Leadership Scholarship is an exclusive international scholarship for postgraduate students who attend one of the QS World Grad School Tours. Worth $10,000 to help with the costs of a graduate program (excluding MBAs) anywhere in the world, those who apply for the scholarship must be able to demonstrate strong leadership qualities and capabilities.

QS Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Worth $10,000, the QS Scholarship for Academic Excellence can be used to help subsidize fees for a master’s or PhD. To win this scholarship, you must attend one of the QS World Grad School Tours, and be able to demonstrate strong academic potential with the capacity to make a significant contribution to your field of study.

QS Undergraduate Scholarship

Launched only two years ago in 2016, the QS Undergraduate Scholarship goes towards tuition fees for a bachelor’s degree at a university featured in any of the QS rankings. For more information about the application process, click here.

Feeling inspired?

For more advice about scholarships, visit our Scholarship Applications FAQ which will include the answers to some of the most common questions, such as:

• How do I apply for international scholarships?
• How do I know if I’m eligible to apply?
• Where do I find scholarship opportunities?

Or, you can download our complete guide on How To Find Scholarships to Study Abroad where you’ll be able to:

• Find where to search for scholarships to study abroad,
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Living in the city

If you want to find out more about studying and living in Buenos Aires, you can find tons of helpful information from the Study Buenos Aires website.

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From the World Cup to the Olympics, the Superbowl to the Six Nations, nothing unites a group of people quicker than the thrills of live sport. Even people with little interest in sport can often be swept up by the hysteria, cheering on their country or local team as they bid for victory. It’s no wonder, given the passion it inspires, that sport is one of the world’s most dominating industries with an estimated value of $700bn.

As the sports industry evolves and adapts to novel technological developments, lifestyle amenities and cultural changes, there’s an increasing demand for those who have the skills and knowledge to work in the industry and its international market dynamics.

It’s an industry all of its own which offers a plethora of opportunities from running a sports club behind the scenes, to working on the digital marketing of a sports brand or investigating the data analytics of merchandise sold in the club shop.

Emlyon business school’s specialized MSc in Sports Industry Management is a great starting point for those looking to get ahead in an industry that’s currently dominating the management landscape. Students can study several electives covering topics ranging from marketing to entrepreneurship.

We spoke to Antoine Haincourt, head of the MSc in Sports Industry Management at emlyon business school to find out more about the program, and why it’s a necessary subject.

What makes the MSc in Sports Industry Management at emlyon business school stand out?

To understand the big changes, one needs to look at them from above. The MSc in Sports Industry Management is global, and is also taught in English. We’re based in Paris, but we run our observations and connect with industries in the UK and Germany as well.

We also spend one full semester at the emlyon business school campus in Shanghai, China, which is a country where the pace of innovation and change accelerates, and where every individual in the industry looks for innovation at every level.

Why should people choose to study the MSc in Sports Industry Management at emlyon business school?

Almost half the cohort is international, with students coming from India, China, the USA, Canada, Russia, Africa, South America and, of course, Europe and France, meaning part of the success lies within this diversity.

Another reason is because of our learning activities. We like to consider ourselves as makers, people who learn by doing, who look into innovation and entrepreneurship first. But what probably makes us different, is the way we look at sport – we don’t look at sport as an end, but as a starting point. Students learn and experiment through sport, but should also be able to use their experiences in other industries.

How do students learn in this master’s program?

“Hands on” is really how we do it! We work with companies within the industry, whether they’re global or just start-ups. From day one, students focus on innovative projects with industry professionals, asking questions such as, “What could destroy my business in the near future?”, or “How can new technologies change the rules of the game?”.

We don’t censor either – students are taught to try, experiment and learn the theory from doing. In the end, we evaluate the ability of the students who can work with others, as well as learn from others. We also help them take the lead, and help them understand what holding responsibilities really mean, such as coordinating and managing a project team.

What specific skills and knowledge can students take away from studying the MSc in Sports Industry Management?

We develop soft skills in individuals with a hard skill mindset. At the start of the program, students study business analytics, data science and statistics for market research as well as anthropology. We look into sport as a lifestyle, and design thinking is a starting point when it comes to looking at a project.

We like to play the business game, but we like to also question the sustainability of our models. We don’t just want to be different as one thing is for certain: passion is no longer enough!

34 different universities from Australia are included in this year’s QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019. Covering 48 different subjects, this year’s subject rankings are the easiest way to see which top Australian universities are considered to be the best for your chosen area of study.

Need inspiration to help you choose where to study in Australia? Here’s a breakdown of which university is the best in Australia for each of the 48 subjects in this year’s rankings.

Accounting & Finance

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is Australia’s highest-ranked university for accounting and finance this year, down slightly at 15^th. 18 other top Australian universities are featured in this ranking.

Agriculture & Forestry

21 Australian universities feature in this year’s agriculture ranking and the University of Queensland (UQ) has overtaken the Australian National University (ANU) to be number one in Australia, up eight places to rank 17^th. 

Anatomy & Physiology

Ranked ninth in the world, the University of Melbourne continues to be the best university in Australia for studying anatomy & physiology. Six other Australian institutions are included this year.

Anthropology

The Australian National University (ANU) maintains its position of seventh in this year’s anthropology ranking, with five more Australian universities featured among the world’s best for this subject.

Archaeology

The Australian National University (ANU) is the best place to study archaeology in Australia again this year, despite falling three places globally to 17^th this year. ANU is one of nine Australian universities to be included in this year’s ranking, with the University of Sydney also featuring in the world’s top 50.

Architecture

The University of Sydney is one of four Australian universities to be ranked among the top 50 in the world for architecture this year, in 15^th place. 15 Australian institutions are included in total.

Art & Design

RMIT University continues to be the highest ranked Australian institution for art and design, ranked 12^th this year, with 14 more universities joining it in this year’s ranking.

Biological Sciences

The University of Melbourne is ranked ahead of 23 other Australian universities in this year’s biological sciences ranking, down slightly at joint 29^th. Also in the top 50 are the University of Queensland and the Australian National University.

Business & Management Studies

The University of Melbourne is the best university in Australia for studying business & management studies. Ranked 20^th in the world, it comes ahead of 23 other Australian universities.

Chemical Engineering

Monash University claims the top spot for Australia in the chemical engineering ranking at joint 29^th place, with nine other Australian institutions featured.

Chemistry

Of the 22 Australian universities ranked for chemistry this year, Monash University is top of the pile this year, overtaking the University of Melbourne and ranking joint 35^th. 

Civil & Structural Engineering

Up three places to rank 12^th in the world, the University of New South Wales (UNSW) is the best university in Australia for civil engineering. 13 other Australian institutions are also ranked.

Classics & Ancient History

No Australian universities were ranked this year for classics & ancient history. View the full table here.

Communication & Media Studies

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has climbed an impressive 15 places and overtaken two other institutions to be the top Australian university for communication & media studies. Now ranked joint 16^th in the world, QUT is one of 17 universities to be included in this year’s ranking.

Computer Science & Information Systems

23 Australian institutions are ranked in the world’s top 500 universities for computer science this year. The University of Melbourne can proudly boast of being the best of the bunch, although it went down 18 places to rank 32^nd.

Dentistry

Only two Australian universities are ranked for dentistry this year: the University of Melbourne in 30^th place, and the University of Adelaide at 31^st.

Development Studies

Down three places to rank 12^th this year, the Australian National University (ANU) remains the best place in Australia for studying development studies. Eight Australian universities are ranked in total.

Earth & Marine Sciences

The Australian National University (ANU) is the best university in Australia for earth & marine sciences, and is also the ninth best university in the world for this subject. 12 other Australian universities are ranked this year, including another six in the top 50.

Economics & Econometrics

Of the 22 Australian universities ranked for economics, the University of Melbourne is the best. Ranked 24^th globally this year, Melbourne is one place ahead of the Australian National University (ANU).

Education & Training

Four Australian universities are within the world’s top 20 universities for education, meaning you’re spoilt for choice. 29 institutions are ranked in total, but the University of Sydney is the pick of the bunch, ranked 12^th in the world.

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Although there are 21 Australian universities in this year’s electrical & electronic engineering ranking, only two of these are included in the world’s top 50: the University of Melbourne at 34^th, and the University of Sydney at 35^th.

English Language & Literature

As you’d expect from an English-speaking location, there are plenty of Australian universities included in this year’s English language & literature ranking. The University of Melbourne is the highest-ranked of these in 17^th place, up two places from last year.

Environmental Sciences

Two Australian universities are in the top 20 in the world for environmental sciences, with the University of Queensland (UQ) ranked joint 11^th, ahead of 21 other top universities in Australia.

Geography

The Australian National University (ANU) climbed two places to rank 10^th in this year’s geography ranking. 15 more top universities in Australia are featured, including four more in the top 50.

History

The Australian National University (ANU) retains its title as the best place in Australia to study history, continuing to rank 12^th this year. It’s one of eight universities from Australia in this year’s ranking, four of which are in the world’s top 50.

Hospitality & Leisure Management

Only four Australian universities are ranked this year for hospitality & leisure management. New entrant Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS), ranked 18^th, replaces Griffith University as the highest ranked Australian institution for this subject.

Law

Of the 19 universities ranked for law in Australia this year, the University of Melbourne is the only one in the global top 10. Ranked sixth, Melbourne has climbed two places this year.

Library & Information Management

Only three universities from Australia are ranked for library & information management, with RMIT University coming out on top, having been ranked 25^th in the world.

Linguistics

The Australian National University (ANU) is ranked the best in Australia for studying linguistics, overtaking the University of Melbourne and climbing 14 places to rank 13^th. 13 more Australian universities are in this year’s ranking.

Materials Science

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) and Monash University both feature in the top 50 of the materials science ranking, ranked 35^th and 42^nd respectively. Eight other Australian universities are also ranked.

Mathematics

Of the 17 Australian universities ranked for mathematics this year, the Australian National University (ANU) comes out on top again this year in 31^st place, with two more institutions in the global top 50.

Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering

Of the 18 top universities in Australia in the mechanical engineering ranking, four are ranked 51-100, making them joint first in Australia for this subject: Monash University, the University of Melbourne, the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the University of Sydney.

Medicine

Aspiring doctors have 20 Australian universities to choose between from in this year’s ranking of top medical schools, with the University of Melbourne leading the way in 17^th place globally. One place lower is the University of Sydney.

Mineral & Mining Engineering

Curtin University is the best university in Australia for mineral & mining engineering and is also the second-best university in the world for this subject. Three more Australian institutions are included in the world’s top 10 and a further four are within the top 30.

Modern Languages

This year’s modern languages ranking sees the University of Melbourne climb nine places to rank joint 23^rd for this subject and number one in Australia, overtaking last year’s leader the University of Sydney, which is three places behind. Seven other Australian universities are also ranked.

Nursing

Despite falling three places this year, the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) remains in the world’s top 10 for nursing and is also the best university in Australia for this subject. 15 other Australian universities are included in this year’s ranking, including the University of Wollongong, which is a new entrant this year.

Performing Arts

The University of Melbourne has climbed nine places in this year’s performing arts ranking, making it the top university in Australia for this subject at 15^th. Monash University also improved its position and is just one place behind Melbourne at 16^th, and 10 Australian universities are featured in total.

Pharmacy & Pharmacology

Ranked third in the world this year, it’s no surprise Monash University is also the best university in Australia for pharmacy & pharmacology. 14 other Australian universities are ranked too, three of which are also in the world’s top 50.

Philosophy

The Australian National University (ANU) made an impressive leap in this year’s philosophy ranking, climbing 15 places to now rank fifth in the world for this subject. Also improving its position this year is the University of Sydney, up 24 places to rank joint 25^th. Nine more top universities in Australia are featured among the world’s best for this subject.

Physics & Astronomy

Ranked 42^nd for physics & astronomy this year, the Australian National University (ANU) continues to be the highest ranked Australian university for this subject. 18 top universities in Australia are ranked in total this year, including several new entries.

Politics & International Studies

Despite falling two places to 10^th in the world this year, the Australian National University (ANU) remains the best place in Australia to study politics. 12 universities from Australia are included in this year’s ranking, including two new entrants: La Trobe University and Murdoch University.

Psychology

Down three places to rank joint 18^th in the world, the University of Melbourne is the best place to study psychology in Australia this year. 19 other Australian universities are ranked beneath Melbourne, six of which are also in the top 50 in the world.

Social Policy & Administration

One of six Australian universities to be ranked for social policy & administration this year, the Australian National University (ANU) climbed seven places to rank 10^th in the world for this subject.

Sociology

Ranked joint 10^th in the world, the Australian National University (ANU) has climbed three places in this year’s sociology ranking and retains its title as the best university in Australia for studying sociology. 22 Australian institutions are ranked in total.

Sports-related Subjects

Two top universities in Australia feature within the global top five for this subject: the University of Queensland (UQ) and the University of Sydney, ranked second and fourth respectively, with 11 other Australian institutions ranked beneath those two.

Statistics & Operational Research

Of the 10 Australian universities ranked for statistics in this year’s subject ranking, four are within the top 50 in the world. The best of these is the University of Melbourne, which climbed one place to rank 24^th.

Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies

Only four Australian universities are included in this year’s theology ranking, with Monash University the highest-ranked of these at 43^rd.

Veterinary Science

Four Australian universities are included in this year’s veterinary science ranking, with the University of Sydney retaining the honor of being the best, climbing two places to rank joint ninth in the world.

This article was originally published in March 2018. It was updated in March 2019 with the latest subject ranking results.

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The debate around whether entrepreneurship can or cannot be taught is always slightly misleading. We can’t teach drive, passion or curiosity, but we can teach skills and ways of thinking. We can also create experiences that can kindle both in the pursuit of making a positive impact.

This is why entrepreneurship isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept – it’s flexible and incredibly adaptable. So, whether you plan to set up your own business, or help drive your company’s own initiatives, there are a handful of valuable skills which you should bear in mind when it comes to thinking like an entrepreneur.

We spoke to the University of Bath to find out how the city itself has inspired the university’s dedicated online MSc in Entrepreneurship Management and Innovation program which aims to perfect your entrepreneurial mindset.

Lead and learn – don’t ‘boss’

There’s a big difference between leading a team and bossing a team. Although you should be confident in your delegating skills, it’s important to foster commitment and sense of ownership in others. Building and maintaining positive network connections will only ever benefit your ability to pitch propositions and ideas, as well as help you gather backing for your ideas.

To assist with this, the University of Bath’s online MSc in Entrepreneurship Management and Innovation offers modules such as entrepreneurial strategy, ideation, incubation and acceleration, as well as entrepreneurship, innovation and organizations. This is done with the aim of guiding students along the entrepreneurial journey from start (initial idea) to finish (viable venture).

Embrace failure…

… but don’t let it hold you back from trying again. Seeing failure or setbacks as an opportunity to learn and having the resilience to improve are key entrepreneurial traits. Many entrepreneurial startups fail because of relatively straight-forward reasons, such as a lack of market demand, or cash flow issues.

It’s important to realize some decisions you make won’t necessarily pay off, but it’s about how you handle the pushback that’s more important.

Take (calculated) risks

This goes hand in hand with being able to embrace failure. Risks can, and do, pay off, but you’ll need to learn very quickly how to assess them, as well as be prepared to react quickly.

The University of Bath’s program teaches you how to evaluate risks and how to adapt to challenging environments and situations. You’ll also learn to develop particular strategies to mitigate said risks.

Find internal drive

As a self-starter, you should be prepared to work for what you want. Having a meaningful goal in mind can prevent burn outs, as well as help you re-charge and maintain a broader perspective.

Stay one step ahead

Considering the influx of innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs that are making an impact all around the world, it’s not just about keeping up, but also staying one step ahead of the competitive game.

As an entrepreneur, you’re hungry for success, and so it’s critical you’re always able to adapt to whatever comes your way, whether it’s a new business proposition or a decline in market demand.

Be innovative

Understanding the principles of innovation management is key to entrepreneurial success, and possessing a creative flair is also critical.

It’s important you aren’t bound by your own mindset and habits, or afraid to experiment. As an entrepreneur you should possess unconventional thinking tools and seek out every opportunity, working with many ideas, exploring possibilities and creating strategies.

Be analytical

As an entrepreneur, you’ll be constantly anticipating changes and challenges that could come your way. When they do, you should be confident in overcoming them.

Entrepreneurs are critical thinkers, and the online MSc in Entrepreneurship Management and Innovation at the University of Bath shows you how to use particular data and key information when making those important business decisions.

Where to start…

The University of Bath is ranked 25th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings® 2019. Its online MSc in Entrepreneurship Management and Innovation is a flexible, adaptable and engaging learning program that allows you to work on real-life case studies and engage with first-class video content.

Equipped with the latest digital resources, you’ll also have access to an extensive network where you can collaborate with your class colleagues, lecturers and professors, wherever and whenever you need.