Gaokao - the toughest exam in the world

Find out more about the dreaded exam that millions of Chinese youngsters have to sit for every year.

University of British Columbia: a globally influential university

Arvind Gupta, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of British Columbia (UBC) spoke to braingainmag.com in New Delhi about UBC’s international outlook and community engagement initiatives which make it an ideal place for international students wanting high quality education.

Episode 2 of Trust Lucky Get Lucky

Rocky meets Lucky Lakhanpal for a shady deal which can "guarantee" him admission in an American university. But should Rocky #Trust Lucky?

BrainGain Magazine - Harjiv Singh

BrainGain Magazine - Harjiv Singh : BrainGain Magazine is the leading online source of information for students interested in studying abroad.

Are the Arts losing to the Sciences?

BrainGain Magazine spoke with Dr. Zafeena Suresh, Education USA Adviser (USIEF), about the anti-Arts bias in the Indian education system. She discussed how the preference for Science is now deeply ingrained in the Indian mindset. And how this translates into the attraction of STEM fields even when students head abroad for further studies. She also shares how there is scope for change, and the attractions of a Liberal Arts degree.

How to Make the Most of Studying Abroad: Q&A with Dr. Panchanathan

Dr. Sethuraman "Panch" Panchanathan, Executive Vice President and Chief Research and Innovation Officer at Arizona State University, chatted with Uma Asher, editor of BrainGain magazine, about how to make the most of studying abroad in a Facebook live session held on 22nd September 2016. He talked about the importance of inter-disciplinary studies, financial planning and his own experience as a PhD student. Watch the video to find out more.

Q&A with Jon Beard: 4 Great Tips from the University of Cambridge

Are you considering applying to the University of Cambridge? Or another university abroad? Jon Beard, Director - Cambridge Admissions Office, spoke to BrainGain Magazine earlier this year. He answers key questions that international students have and gives some great advice. To find out, watch the video.

University of Melbourne's Vice-Chancellor on Approaching Education

The University of Melbourne's Vice-Chancellor Professor Glyn Davis spoke with braingainmag.com about how the university approaches the educational experience, and what a student should keep in mind when heading off to study. The University of Melbourne is a research-intensive comprehensive institution, founded in 1853.

Paneer, Cottage Cheese, and Cultural Diversity

Indian cookbooks sometimes translate 'paneer' as 'cottage cheese', but is that correct? If so, how would one translate the hundreds of kinds of European cheese in a way that reflects the diversity of other cultures? Sometimes, it's better not to translate – understanding another culture in its own terms is a good way to broaden one's horizons.

Finance Your Study Abroad - Tips from Experts at BrainGain Magazine's Study Abroad Info Session

How can you pay for the college of your dreams without drowning in debt? Experts in higher education and recruitment, Andrew G. White IV and Dr. Bennet McClellan share tips to create and find affordable education opportunities abroad. Learn how to juggle work and school and not violate the restrictions of your student visa with remote and digital jobs, as well as work study options. Understand the difference between need-based and merit-based financial aid, and how to fill in your FAFSA forms. Dispel your fear of debt by discovering ways to pay it off in a committed and steady way. Check out this video for more information.