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The QS World University Rankings 2024 Unveiled

2024-04-11

 

 

 

The QS World University Ranking 2024 have unveiled the latest trends in global higher education, emphasising Sustainability, Employment Outcomes, and International Research Network. This year’s rankings feature a record-breaking 1,500 institutions, reflecting the involving priorities of students and universities.  

 

 

Top 10 Universities and Their Stellar Programs

 

  1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - Renowned for its cutting-edge engineering and technology programs.
  2. University of Cambridge - A global leader in humanities and biological sciences.
  3. University of Oxford - Offers unparalleled law and medicine courses.
  4. Harvard University - Known for its business and management studies.
  5. Stanford University - Excels in computer science and engineering.
  6. Imperial College London - Specializes in science and medicine.
  7. ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, famous for architecture and engineering.
  8. National University of Singapore (NUS) - Asia’s top contender, leading in engineering and technology.
  9. University College London (UCL) - Offers a broad range of programs with a focus on social sciences.
  10. University of California, Berkeley (UCB) - Stands out for its commitment to sustainability and social sciences.

 

 

Trends and Highlights

 

  • Sustainability: UCB earned a perfect score in the new “Sustainability” metric, a testament to the growing importance of environmental stewardship in education.

 

  • Employment Outcomes: the rankings now place even greater emphasis on graduate employability, ensuring that students are well-equipped for the job market.

 

  • International Research Network: International research collaboration is a new metric, highlighting the necessity for global partnership in tackling pressing challenges.

 

 

Regional Insights

 

  • The UK and the US: dominate the top 10, with institutions like Cambridge and Harvard maintaining their legacy of excellence. ETH Zurich in Switzerland maintains its ranking as the only European institution in the Top 10.

 

  • Asia: is represented by the National University of Singapore (NUS), reflecting the institution’s increasing competitive edge among other institutions in this region. 

 

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