University of Melbourne rises to 13 in QS World University Rankings

22 July 2024

The University of Melbourne has moved up to rank 13th in the world in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings released June 2024.

This positions the university as the highest ranked Australian institution across three major global rankings: QS (13), Times Higher Education (37) and the Academic Ranking of World Universities (35).

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Following last year’s leap from 33 to 14, the University of Melbourne has moved up in the rankings again to 13, boosted by a steep increase in scores for Sustainability and Employment Outcomes, as well as Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, and International Research Network.

The news of this continued climb in global rankings adds to the university’s already growing accolades in 2024. Earlier this year, all 53 of the University of Melbourne’s subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject featured in the top 100 in the world, the most analyzed of any Australian university, and 20 subjects ranked in the top 25.

The University of Melbourne is arguably Australia’s most reputable higher education institution with a tradition of excellence in research and teaching. Students from Canada choose Melbourne due to its high ranking among the best universities in the world.

Located right on the doorstep of Melbourne’s CBD, the University of Melbourne is a great place to learn. It’s close to public transport, fantastic cafes, shopping, arts and sports venues and accommodation.

Some popular programs for Canadian students at the University of Melbourne include medicinedentistryphysiotherapyveterinary medicineoptometrynursingpublic healthlaw, and teaching.

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