United Kingdom
Living in London: A city guide for international students
Planning to live in London? Discover the cost of living, rent, transport, and daily life in London to decide if the city is right for you.
- 10 min
- Published: 20 May 2022
- Updated: 14 June 2026
United Kingdom
Living in Newcastle: Costs, housing and lifestyle guide
Planning to study in Newcastle? Discover living costs, student areas, accommodation, transport, and lifestyle in this complete city guide.
- 10 min
- Published: 20 May 2022
- Updated: 11 June 2026
Malaysia, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, Canada, United Kingdom
Why students like you still want the real study abroad experience in 2026
Despite the rise of online learning, find out how studying abroad offers much more than a degree and why international education remains a valuable investment for your future.
- 10 min
- Published: 11 June 2026
- Updated: 10 June 2026
United Kingdom
Living in Edinburgh: Costs, Housing and Lifestyle Guide
Planning to live in Edinburgh? Learn about living costs, rent, transport, and lifestyle in this complete Edinburgh city guide.
- 10 min
- Published: 20 May 2022
- Updated: 9 June 2026
New Zealand
Living in Hamilton: A city guide for international students
Planning to move to Hamilton? Learn about the cost of living, rent, best areas, lifestyle, and student life in Hamilton, New Zealand.
- 10 min
- Published: 19 May 2022
- Updated: 8 June 2026
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- 5 min
- Published: 5 June 2026
- Updated: 4 June 2026
New Zealand
Living in Auckland: A city guide for international students
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and a place where you can experience a big city lifestyle as well as the peace and quiet the country is famous for.
- 10 min
- Published: 23 May 2022
- Updated: 4 June 2026
United States
Living in Wellington: A City Guide for International Students
Wellington City (or Welly as it's fondly called by the locals) is the capital of New Zealand. The city is well known as 'the windy city', in addition to being a cultural hub of art, food and music and the home of New Zealand's government.
- 5 min
- Published: 23 May 2022
- Updated: 3 June 2026
Biggest mistakes you can make while studying abroad - real lessons from real students
Learn common mistakes international students make when applying abroad and how the IDP Live App helps avoid delays, errors, and missed opportunities.
- 10 min
- Published: 4 June 2026
- Updated: 3 June 2026
New Zealand
Living in Christchurch: A city guide for international students
Thinking about living in Christchurch? Learn about living costs, rent, transport, and lifestyle in this complete Christchurch city guide.
- 10 min
- Published: 19 May 2022
- Updated: 1 June 2026
Canada
How to Choose Between a Certificate, Diploma, and Degree
What are the differences between a certificate, diploma, and degree in Canada? This blog also lists the top certificates for international students.
- 5 min
- Published: 7 May 2026
- Updated: 7 May 2026
Canada
What are the Differences Between College and University Programs in Canada?
Get access to scholarships from Canadian institutions with IDP Education.
- 5 min
- Published: 7 May 2026
- Updated: 7 May 2026
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