Ranking of countries in the world by level of education, Education Index

In just a couple of decades, the countries of the world will be ruled by modern youth. Their thoughts and actions will depend on what they know and can do. Therefore, the quality of education is one of the best predictors of a country's future success.

Based on U.S. News & World Report, Times Higher Education Ranking of the Best Universities and the Newest Education Index - a combined indicator of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), calculated as the adult literacy index, we compiled ranking of countries in the world by education level 2019.

Education Index 2019

10 most educated countries in the world

10. Netherlands

For such a small country, having eight top 100 universities in the world is an impressive achievement! Prospective students can choose from over 2,000 university programs taught in English and enjoy an interactive and youth-friendly learning style.

Many international students choose to study in the Netherlands and stay in the country after graduating from higher education. This is facilitated by various government initiatives. For example, Orientation Year is a graduate employment program.

9. Japan

The Japanese nation is one of the most literate and technically advanced in the world. This is facilitated by a developed education system with long-standing traditions and very strict quality standards. Tokyo and Kyoto Universities Are in the Top 100 the best universities in the world.

A good education is a guarantee that a young Japanese man will be able to take a worthy place in society. Therefore, the competition for the most prestigious Japanese universities is so great that journalists even came up with an expression for it - "examination hell".

However, the Japanese education system is often criticized for being focused on nurturing obedient performers who do not contradict the collective in anything. This approach inhibits students' ability to think independently.

8. Sweden

You may have heard of Sweden as a great holiday destination, but this country offers much more than clean air and picturesque Scandinavian landscapes.

The Swedish educational system is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the most progressive in Europe. Educators encourage creative thinking in students, and there is close collaboration between educational institutions and cutting-edge businesses in different industries. This allows future specialists to gain valuable practical experience while still students.

The largest university in the country is Stockholm University, with more than 50 thousand students. Once Sofia Kovalevskaya taught at the department of mathematics at this university. Diplomas from this, as well as all other Swedish universities, are highly regarded all over the world.

An interesting fact: several Nobel Prize winners (Karl Hjalmar Branting, Nathan Söderblum, Dag Hammarskjold, etc.) are graduates of Swedish universities.

7.Switzerland

One of the happiest countries in the world very responsible approach to the issue of quality and accessibility of education. Therefore, there are many prestigious universities in it. For example, the Swiss Higher Technical School of Zurich is ranked 11th among the best universities in the world.

In Swiss educational institutions, critical thinking is encouraged, interactive learning and active discussion are conducted.

And during your study break, you can ski in the splendor of the Swiss Alps and enjoy the tastiest chocolate you can find!

6. Australia

The Home of Kangaroos and Koalas boasts six universities ranked in the Times Higher Education Top 100 in the World. Students have the opportunity to form their own curriculum. It usually includes 4-8 academic disciplines and takes at least 40 hours a week.

Due to the difference in the length of study in secondary school, Russians cannot enroll in Australian universities right after school. You must first study the preparatory courses for a year. They work at most universities in Australia.

5. France

Boasting the breathtaking French Riviera and the charming Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, the land-legislator is in the top ten in most 2019 rankings - from leading economies of the world before the most powerful armies on Earth. Here are the U.S. experts. News & World Report has ranked France in the Top 10 Best Countries for Study Abroad.

France has a prestigious education system and more than 3,500 institutions of higher education, which means that more and more students see this country as a promising place to study.

4. Germany

In 2018, Germany topped the ranking of countries in the world according to the Education Index. For comparison: Russia took 32nd place out of 189, being located between Greece and Singapore.

The Index measures the achievements of various countries in two dimensions:

• Adult literacy index.
• Index of the cumulative share of people in primary, secondary and tertiary education.

And even if by the number of the most "reputable" universities Germany is behind the USA (12th place in the Index) and England (7th place), but by the number of literate people it surpasses these countries.

The German educational system is distinguished by a large number of universities (250 in total). For foreigners, admission does not require any special knowledge or privileges. In universities in Germany, scientific research is carried out, which is funded from the federal budget, and from enterprises and states. Young Germans are provided with an interest-free study loan, and especially gifted students (and other categories of students) are given scholarships from various foundations.

3. Canada

A country renowned for its high quality of life and inclusive values, encourages students to be active and curious as they learn. In the classroom, discussions are held on a specific topic, which may be new to Russian students. And participation in seminars and activity during classes are evaluated and affect the assessment of progress.

Practical group projects are often carried out. For example, students may be asked to prepare a presentation and give it to real business people who will comment on the work and give marks. As a result, with such an approach to teaching, students receive practical knowledge that will not be "dead weight".

2. USA

Seven of the top ten universities in the world are located in the United States. It:

1. Stanford University.
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
3. California Institute of Technology.
4. Harvard University.
5. Princeton University.
6. Yale university.
7. University of Chicago.

Education in one of them is expensive, but incredibly prestigious, which attracts many students from abroad to America. A year of study costs, on average, 40 thousand dollars a year, excluding living in a hostel and household expenses. However, private universities often provide financial assistance (scholarships) to foreign students. It allows you to cover up to 70% of training costs.

An interesting fact: some US universities allow postponing the choice of a faculty by 1-2 courses. This allows the student to approach the choice of a specialty as thoughtfully as possible. Also, students have the opportunity to make their own schedule, choose subjects, and sometimes teachers.

1. United Kingdom

England is considered to be the country with the highest level of education. On its territory are located some of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe - Oxford University, Cambridge University, and Imperial College London.

In the English education system, there are no indulgences or special difficulties for international students. But there are many benefits, including:

• diplomas from English universities are highly rated all over the world;
• a huge selection of training programs;
• the opportunity for foreign students to officially work up to 20 hours a week during studies and indefinitely during holidays;
• the opportunity to make useful contacts with students from different countries and get acquainted with international culture;
• studying in the UK is cheaper than in the USA.

Considering all of the above, it should not be surprising that many children of Russian officials are sent to study in England.