World University Rankings
Global research collaboration is on the rise but faces a fundamental shift amid an increasingly unstable geopolitical landscape, says Meric Gertler
To find solutions to pressing problems, we must foster diverse voices by making the university a place to which anyone can belong, says Teruo Fujii
From the information that we gather from institutions across the globe, we rigorously compile our World University Rankings. This is how we assess data on about 1,800 institutions to produce the tables
Quality, ethics, good governance and impact monitoring must all be safeguarded from the outset, says Zeblon Vilakazi
Entrepreneurs are the new kings, but academics doing basic research are key to our future – and they need proper funding, says Brian Schmidt
Prepare for the rankings launch of the year
The World University Rankings performance indicators are the heart of the Latin America University Rankings, but we make some adjustments to take account of the region’s unique characteristics
We will measure outbound student exchange and take into account the population size of a country to more fairly judge internationalisation, says Duncan Ross
Mahidol University is focusing on nurturing academic talent and introducing more flexible education in a bid to attract a wider pool of students, says its president Banchong Mahaisavariya
Our data-led report reveals the extent to which higher education institutions across the globe are contributing to gender equality and provides recommendations on the next steps universities can take to continue making progress
THE research highlights that over-representation of women in some STEM fields and under-representation of men in care-oriented disciplines are often overlooked in gender equality debates
International universities decline during Covid-19 in teaching-focused league table
We have appointed nine board members across four continents to improve transparency and help us further develop the league table, says Duncan Ross
Our Japan rankings are constructed on four pillars that demonstrate the broad strength of a university
As campaigners fight to ensure that progress on women’s advancement does not move backwards, our data-led report marking International Women’s Day examines whether higher education is setting a leading example for other industries
Share of female vice-chancellors at high-ranking institutions surpasses 20 per cent for first time based on THE World University Rankings data
As the UK’s plate-glass institutions hit middle age, which regions are home to the new upstarts in global higher education? And where has reached saturation?
Newer institutions in almost all regions of the world are making progress, while Africa has the highest share of youngsters
The average age of universities in the THE World University Rankings has dropped by 30 years since 2016
For young universities, it’s not about where they’re from but where they’re going, says Ellie Bothwell
The teaching philosophy at the long-awaited institution is based on interdisciplinary programmes and experiential instruction, says its president Pierre Ouellette
Higher education reform and public reinvestment are needed to realise the imagined goal of the university, argues Roopika Risam
Even institutions that are engaging with the SDGs as a whole are ignoring their responsibilities to promote sustainable agriculture, argue Wayne Nelles and Supawan Visetnoi
Russia and Taiwan improve in list of the world’s most international universities, while UK and Canada backslide
Universities can now participate in the next edition of our global league table
A look at the most-read Times Higher Education university rankings articles from the past 12 months
Survey will be run in-house for first time, providing most thorough assessment of university prestige to date
We answer your questions about the next framework for the rankings
The World University Rankings will be released in October
Humanistic fields are vital to solving the world’s most urgent problems; they also help students shape successful careers and meaningful lives, argue Agustín Rayo and Hashim Sarkis
Universities known for their focus on technology are improving in the arts and humanities
THE research finds that high share of institutions that have specified goal are not counting indirect emissions such as travel
As the world looks to COP26 to accelerate nations’ progress towards a low-carbon future, how is the higher education sector performing?
Humanities academics in Asia are more likely to vote for international universities than their science peers, but the trend differs by region
Universities can still participate in the next edition of our sustainability-focused league table
Governments and the public exhibited newfound appreciation for universities during the pandemic, but will institutions be able to keep building on their prestige? Ellie Bothwell reports
International scholars in arts, humanities and social sciences are recognising universities in China, sometimes more than their local academics
Rising to pandemic challenges won institutions a significant boost in profile. It remains to be seen if they can consolidate their gains, writes Ellie Bothwell
Reputation-building is more important than ever, but higher education is uniquely placed to meet future challenges, says Mark Scott
University leadership is in crisis, with some institutions facing significant reputational damage, but higher education can become a model of compassion, says Michael West
Two years ago, India published a draft of its most ambitious higher education reforms in decades. Then the pandemic hit. Experts reflect on the future of the NEP, which was approved last year, and what the country’s university sector might look like in a decade
Transformational nationwide changes are reflected in a dynamic landscape
Russia overtakes Taiwan to possess the joint second highest number of institutions in the top 200, after China
The Emerging Economies University Rankings provide insight into the developing regions that are most likely to produce challenger institutions that will compete with more established players
Tackling global problems requires visionary leadership and fast, proactive and flexible decision-making, says Getachew Engida
US and UK lose dominance in law, while social sciences, business and economics and education results also released
Emerging economies are still maturing, as are their institutions. The Emerging Economies University Rankings recognises this, and we recalibrate performance indicators in our World University Rankings to assess them fairly
We are looking for people who are passionately committed to higher education and can be ‘critical friends’ to the rankings
Australian universities make strong progress in both subjects, while Californian institutions are on the rise in computer science
We have appointed 10 board members to suggest how we can improve the rankings and ensure that we act responsibly, says Duncan Ross
The pandemic is still demanding accurate and rapid communication at every twist and turn. Johanna Lowe lists four lessons learned from 18 months of unrelenting pressure
THE survey finds strong support for Covid-19 vaccine passports among international students, who are keen to study in-person
Harvard leads student-focused ranking for fifth consecutive year
UK reinforces its lead in clinical table and tops psychology for first time, while US dominates physical sciences and is on the up in life sciences
Ranking of US universities and colleges puts student success and learning at its heart
Update includes more references on support for immigrants and refugees, while institutions with dedicated courses on sustainability or the SDGs will be rewarded
THE data reveal the areas where China’s top universities are ahead of their global peers and where they have the most ground to make up
University presidents say the crisis has made clear the essential aspects of higher education and the best way to deliver them, but concerns over the future remain, reports Ellie Bothwell
High-rising regions have reason to be heartened, but even in areas facing grave threats leaders keep their spirits up and carry on, says Ellie Bothwell
Universities that published high-impact research on Covid-19 have soared up the league table, with China reaping the most rewards
