UNSW Tops Australia In 2027 QS World University Rankings

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) has been ranked Australia's top university for the first time in the 2027 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, placing 19th globally and becoming the only Australian institution to feature in the world's top 20.

The ranking, compiled from an evaluation of 8,808 institutions worldwide, with 1,504 universities included in the published results. It was also the first university from New South Wales to claim the top national position in the rankings.

UNSW Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Attila Brungs, in a statement said the result reflected the university's commitment to education, research and societal impact.

He added that the recognition would create greater opportunities for students and staff while enhancing the institution's global influence and reach.

UNSW ranked first among 37 Australian universities for employment outcomes and sustainability, scoring 97.4 out of 100 and 98, respectively. It also placed third nationally for employer reputation and international research partnerships, achieving scores above 94 per cent in eight of the nine assessment categories.

The university has climbed 30 places since 2017 and has now remained within the global top 20 for four consecutive years.

Prof Brungs said the performance highlighted the strength of Australia's higher education sector and its contribution to talent development, innovation and national competitiveness.

The QS World University Rankings evaluate universities on their strengths and performance using several indicators across research and discovery, employability and outcomes, learning experience, global engagement and sustainability.

-- BERNAMA