Choosing a university

Best universities in the world

Best universities in the world 2025

Find the world’s top universities in 2025 using the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings data

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Campus versus city universities

How do you decide between city universities and campus universities? Each has its own benefits so we have highlighted the differences so you can decide which is best for you

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How to find your perfect university match

International students and alumni share their stories on they found their perfect university match and the factors that helped them to decide

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A guide to university rankings for international students

A look at the different international university rankings and why students would want to use each, including the World University Rankings, Subject Rankings, Impact Ranking and regional rankings.

What are the THE World University Rankings?

How are the results of the World University Rankings and Subject Rankings calculated? Read an explanation of the methodology and what the results mean.

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How to use the World University Rankings: frequently asked questions

How do you use university rankings? What are university rankings? Practical advice on how to use the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and how you can use them to find the right university for you. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings are measured using a robust methodology scoring universities on teaching, research and international outlook. 

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How to choose a sustainable university: tips for students

For many students, sustainability is an important factor when choosing a university – but how do you know exactly how sustainable a university is? A sustainability professor shares her tips 

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