World University Rankings

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

South American universities catching up with rest of the world on homeworking practices, according to THE data

Institutions from over 100 countries offer dedicated courses on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, THE data show

Building a sustainable society has been a mission of the Japanese institution for almost 150 years, but the task is not yet done. Atsushi Yokota explores its progress to date

Australian university tops fourth edition of global ranking measuring institutions’ social and economic impact

A core principle of the SDGs is to ‘leave no one behind’. Joseph Wong explains how a global alliance based at Toronto is empowering students to lead the charge

All institutions should set science-based goals. A new project to establish an agreed methodology for higher education globally will help, says Iain Patton

The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings measure global universities’ success in delivering the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Here, we explain how we arrived at the results

We hope small language changes will make a big difference to displaced communities, says Duncan Ross

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

THE research finds that high share of global institutions fail to provide relevant documentation, despite claiming to have numerous measures aimed at supporting women

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 

Institutions across a record 110 territories take part, with Pakistan and Thailand among those significantly increasing the number of submissions

For young universities, it’s not about where they’re from but where they’re going, says Ellie Bothwell

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

French institution tops table for first time as country’s consolidation strategy appears to pay off 

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

The shares of female students and academics at global universities have barely changed in five years, according to THE data

Why are university rankings so important? They help institutions build global brand visibility, forge strategic partnerships and recruit international talent

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

We answer your questions about the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

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

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