The University Guys
Episodes
99 episodes
Episode 99: Korea
From K-Pop and K-Makeup to world-class STEM programs, South Korea is rapidly becoming a top-tier destination for international students. But while the "K-Wave" is exciting, the university admissions process is notoriously complex, paper-heavy, ...
Episode 98: A Zest of Spain
In this episode, David Hawkins explores the rising popularity of Spain as a premier destination for international students. Joining him is Oliver Rodriguez-Pearson, a Madrid-based educational consultant with
Episode 97: Gap Years
Richard Doring from CIEE joins David to discuss gap year opportunities.
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Episode 96: Updates from Italy
David is joined by Roberto Valdo Cortese of Valdo Academics to discuss the current landscape of Italian university admissions.
Episode 95: The Bocconi Story
How did a specialised university in Milan transform itself from a national secret into one of the most selective and international higher education institutions in the world?In the early 2000s, the idea of studying in English in Italy wa...
Episode 94: in conversation with Sandy Furth
David is joined by Sandy Furth, a globally travelled international university advisor, who discusses her areas of specialisation, including "twice exceptional" students and her work at World Student Su...
Episode 93: Medicine in Ireland
Our guest this week is Claire O'Connor from RCSI, exploring medical studies in the Republic of Ireland.
Episode 92: The UAE
Find out about a university pathway in the United Arab Emirates, with Ango Mwakisu from NYU Abu Dhabi.
Episode 91: Study in Prague
Explore the wonderful world of higher education in Prague! David is joined by Caleb House from Charles University. To find out more, visit www.studycharles.cz and ht...
Episode 90: Medicine in Europe
Ben Ambrose of Medical Doorway joins David to explore options to study medicine in Europe, taught in English.
Episode 89: Why Australia and New Zealand, with Stefan Watts
In this episode, we explore universities Down Under. Our guest is Stefan Watts, Founder & Director of Study Options.
Episode 88: Business in Asia
Come and learn about a truly global experience, including lots of time in Asia, for students interested in an international business education. In this episode, David explores the opportunities at Tetr College of Bus...
Episode 87: Reverse Admissions
David is joined by Julie Maloney from Meto to discuss a new way to apply to universities - reverse admissions.
Episode 86: New York City... and beyond
Join David as he speaks with Adam Wu of Stevens Institute of Technology about the student experience in the New York metro area.
Episode 85: US College Tours
Why should students visit US campuses before deciding where to apply? How is it best to spend time on campus? What key things do you need to know? Join David and Dr. Elizabeth Stone from Campanile College ...
Episode 84: The Claremont Colleges
This episode explores the nuances of the Claremont Colleges in California, a distinctive offering within the US higher education landscape. Our guest is Jennifer Hirsch, Senior Associate Dean of International Admission at
Episode 83: US Summer Programmes
Ben Hsu of Venture Camp helps David unpack the purpose and variety of US summer programs for high school students.
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Episode 82: Updates from the Netherlands
Denise Nijuis, the Coordinator of Student Recruitment and Admission at University College Roosevelt is our guest to provide updates on the current landscape of Dutch higher education admissions.
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Episode 81: US Early Decision
David is joined by Anne Corriveau, the Director of International Admissions at Boston University, to discuss the ins and outs of US Early Decision applications.
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Episode 80: Canadian University Updates, with Dan Seneker
Dan Seneker, Associate Vice-President of Enrolment Management & Registrar of St Mary's University, joins us to discuss the current situation in Canadian higher education.
Episode 79: Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Join David as he explores the 'HBCUs' with colleagues from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia,Find out more about Spellman and the HBCUs at these links:https://www.spelman.edu/
Episode 78: Intellectual Curiosity
David discussed the concept of intellectual curiosity and its role in US college admissions with Matthew Jaskol and Brett Fuller from Pioneer Academics.From the conversation, the following web...
Episode 77: Rugby at universities in the USA
David is joined by Brendan McGroarty from Elite Rugby Scholars to discuss opportunities to explore rugby at US universities.
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