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World Academic Summit 2025

Theme: Universities as Agents of Progress

📅 7–9 October 2025
📍 KAUST, Thuwal, Jeddah Governorate, Saudi Arabia

🌟 The Premier Global Higher Education Conference

Times Higher Education (THE) is proud to host the World Academic Summit 2025 in partnership with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) — marking the event’s first appearance in the Middle East.

This prestigious summit brings together leading university presidents, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders to examine how higher education institutions drive global progress, innovation, and sustainable development.

🔑 Why Attend the World Academic Summit 2025?

✅ Exclusive Launch of the THE World University Rankings 2026
✅ Data Masterclass by THE analysts with ranking insights & research trends
✅ Network with global academic leaders and decision-makers
✅ Explore strategies for regional development, innovation, and sustainability
✅ Join discussions on how universities shape global and local communities

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🧭 Key Agenda Themes

💡 1. Universities as Engines of Innovation and Economic Growth

Explore how research universities fuel economic development by aligning with industry needs, advancing technology, and promoting entrepreneurship and job creation.

🌍 2. Regional Collaboration Through Higher Education

Learn how universities serve as hubs for local partnerships, regional planning, and inclusive innovation to address societal and economic challenges.

🎨 3. Cultural Preservation and Transformation in Academia

Discover how universities balance traditional knowledge and modern education, shaping culture while protecting heritage and fostering creative expression.

♻️ 4. Universities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Uncover how institutions contribute to solving global issues through interdisciplinary research, sustainability education, and community engagement aligned with the UN SDGs.

👥 Featured Global Speakers

Sir Edward Byrne – President, KAUST
Shitij Kapur – President & Vice-Chancellor, King’s College London
Carmen Lamagna – Academic Adviser, AIUB
Address Maukowa Malata – Vice-Chancellor, Malawi University of Science and Technology
Tebelelo Mazile Seretse – Chancellor, University of Botswana
Julián Rodríguez – Rector, Austral University

🗨 Host’s Invitation

“Join us in Saudi Arabia for this groundbreaking event. Together, we will explore partnerships and innovations that redefine the university’s role in shaping our future.”
— Sir Edward Byrne, President, KAUST

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Top 20 Universities in Australia based on Impact Rankings

The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 assess how well global universities are contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With over 2,500 universities from 130 countries ranked this year, Australia stands out as a global leader in sustainability-focused education.

Top 20 Australian universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, along with their overall scores:

📊 Top 20 Universities in Australia in THE Impact Rankings 2025

Rank	University	Overall Score
1	Western Sydney University	98.7
=4	Griffith University	97.7
=4	University of Tasmania	97.7
11	UNSW Sydney	96.2
=21	Flinders University	95.0
=25	Central Queensland University	94.7
=31	University of Wollongong	94.2
33	University of Technology Sydney (UTS)	94.1
39	University of Newcastle	93.4
=50	Macquarie University	92.4
=56	RMIT University	91.9
101–200	Australian Catholic University	~86.5
101–200	Charles Sturt University	~86.5
101–200	James Cook University	~86.5
101–200	Queensland University of Technology	~86.5
101–200	Victoria University	~86.5
201–300	Charles Darwin University	~81.7
201–300	Federation University Australia	~83.6
201–300	University of Canberra	~83.6
401–600	Southern Cross University	~76.1

📌 Notes:

Ranges (e.g., 101–200) indicate placement bands used by THE when exact ranks are not disclosed.
Approximate scores are inferred from band score ranges provided (e.g., 83.7–89.4).

FAQ:

📌 Why the Impact Rankings Matter

For employers: It signals graduates from values-driven institutions.

For students: They highlight universities committed to global challenges like climate change, poverty reduction and equal education.

For universities: A high SDG score boosts reputation, funding opportunities and partnerships.

🌿 What Are the THE Impact Rankings?

The THE Impact Rankings measure universities’ social and environmental impact based on their progress towards the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals include critical issues such as climate action, gender equality, quality education and sustainable cities.

Unlike traditional rankings, the Impact Rankings highlight institutions making a difference in the world—not just academically, but through their commitment to sustainability and equity.

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Western Sydney University and Times Higher Education Rankings

Western Sydney University Ranked #1 Globally for Impact in Times Higher Education Rankings

Western Sydney University has once again been named the #1 university in the world for impact by the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings – for the fourth consecutive year. This global ranking assesses how universities are driving progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as climate action, gender equality, sustainable communities, and quality education.

Championing Access, Diversity and Equity in Higher Education

At Western Sydney University, two-thirds of students are the first in their family to attend university. Many come from refugee or disadvantaged backgrounds, bringing with them powerful stories of resilience, ambition, and hope. Their success shows the transformative power of education, with positive ripple effects across families, communities, and countries.

A Global Leader in Sustainability and Innovation

WSU is deeply aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, embedding them into everyday campus life, research, and community initiatives. Our campus network is fully powered by 100% GreenPower-accredited electricity, significantly reducing our carbon footprint.

Our flagship environmental project, EucFACE (Eucalyptus Free Air Carbon Dioxide Enrichment), is Australia’s largest climate change research facility, based at our Hawkesbury campus. It simulates future CO₂ levels to study the impact of climate change on native forest ecosystems – producing world-leading research that shapes environmental policy.

Creating Global Impact Through Community Programs

Western’s international initiatives, such as the MARVI project in India, train local women as groundwater knowledge leaders. These women – known as Bhujal Jaankars – help their communities make informed agricultural decisions based on water availability, promoting female leadership and sustainable water use.

Empowering Women and Girls in STEM

WSU is a hub for gender equality in education, welcoming students from over 170 cultures and countries. Through programs like WiSE (Women in STEM Education), we support women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These graduates are now leading key infrastructure projects like the Western Sydney International Airport and the Sydney Metro transforming our region and beyond.

Why This Ranking Matters

The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings assess how over 2,300 universities in 130 countries address global challenges. Unlike traditional rankings that focus on reputation or research income, this ranking reflects real-world outcomes — how universities change lives, support communities and build a sustainable future.

At Western Sydney University, we are proud to lead by example. Our commitment to inclusion, sustainability and social justice is embedded in everything we do.

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A Category Private University in Bangladesh

7 Private Universities in Bangladesh Among Top 15 in QS World University Rankings 2026

Seven private universities in Bangladesh have been ranked among the top 15 higher education institutions in the country, according to the 2026 QS World University Rankings published by UK-based education and research firm Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).

North South University (NSU) has maintained its status as the highest-ranked private university in Bangladesh, placing third nationally. However, its global rank shifted slightly from 901–950 last year to the 951–1000 band this year.

A category private university ranked in the top 15 from Bangladesh are:

3rd: North South University (951–1000)
4th: Daffodil International University (1001–1200)
5th: Brac University (1201–1400)
9th: American International University-Bangladesh (1400+)
11th: East West University (1400+)
12th: Independent University, Bangladesh (1400+)

A total of 15 Bangladeshi universities both public and private made it into the global ranking, which included 1501 universities worldwide.

Global Top 10 Universities:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – USA
Imperial College London – UK
Stanford University – USA
University of Oxford – UK
Harvard University – USA
University of Cambridge – UK
ETH Zurich – Switzerland
National University of Singapore (NUS) – Singapore
University College London (UCL) – UK
California Institute of Technology (Caltech) – USA

The rankings were published on Thursday, June 19 and provide a comprehensive global assessment of universities based on academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty/student ratio, citations per faculty, international faculty ratio and international student ratio.

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American International University–Bangladesh Ranking 2026

AIUB ranked 4th among private and 9th among all universities in Bangladesh in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Discover how this achievement reflects AIUB’s academic excellence and global impact.

American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) has proudly achieved a prestigious milestone by ranking as the 4th highest-ranked private university and 9th among all universities in Bangladesh in the QS World University Rankings 2026. This recognition highlights AIUB’s growing reputation in both Bangladesh’s higher education sector and the global academic landscape.

📈 A Rising Leader in Education

AIUB’s strong performance in the QS rankings is a result of its consistent efforts in:

Academic excellence
Research development
Graduate employability
International collaboration

These are key metrics evaluated by QS World University Rankings, which analyze thousands of institutions worldwide based on:

Academic reputation
Employer reputation
Research output and citations
Faculty-student ratio
International student and faculty presence

🌍 Global Recognition: Top 1400+ Universities Worldwide

AIUB now proudly stands among the top 1400+ universities globally, marking a significant achievement not just in numbers, but in strategic academic growth. The university’s investment in quality curriculum, impactful research, and global partnerships reflects its mission to develop future global leaders.

“This ranking is a collective success for our students, faculty, alumni, and staff. It inspires us to reach even higher,” — AIUB Leadership

📚 Why This Matters

This milestone enhances AIUB’s position as a leading private university in Bangladesh, attracting:

High-performing local and international students
Stronger academic partnerships
Greater visibility for research and innovation

🔗 Learn More

Check out the full ranking on the QS World University Rankings 2026 – Bangladesh.

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Daffodil International University (DIU) Achieves Top Rankings in Global University Lists 2025–2026

Daffodil International University (DIU) has once again proven its excellence in higher education by achieving top positions in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2025 and QS World University Rankings 2026—two of the most prestigious global ranking systems based in the UK.

Top University in Bangladesh – THE Rankings 2025

In the THE University Impact Rankings 2025, published on June 18, DIU ranked first among Bangladeshi universities, securing a position in the 801–1000 band globally. This is the highest placement for any Bangladeshi university, public or private, in this year’s ranking.

4th in Bangladesh – QS World University Rankings 2026

On June 19, DIU was ranked 4th in Bangladesh in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Among private universities in the country, DIU holds a leading position, marking a historic achievement in the landscape of higher education in Bangladesh.

Daffodil’s International Rankings at a Glance

Ranking Body	Year	Position (Global)	Position (Bangladesh)	Notable Highlights
Times Higher Education	2025	801–1000 band	1st	Highest-ranked Bangladeshi university
QS World Rankings	2026	1201–1400 band	4th	Among top 3 private universities
EduRank	2025	3119th	8th	1011th in Asia
QS Asia Rankings	Recent	280th in South Asia	–	Strong regional performance
THE Impact Rankings	2024	301–400	1st	Excellence in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
UI GreenMetric Rankings	2022	191st	1st	Eco-friendly campus recognition
Scopus Research Output	2022	–	1st (private)	Highest research publication output

Why These Rankings Matter for Students

These global university rankings highlight DIU’s commitment to academic excellence, sustainable development, and research innovation. For students and graduates, this international recognition provides:

Increased value of academic credentials
Greater opportunities for higher education abroad
Improved employability in both local and global job markets

“Earlier, many thought private universities just sold degrees. But now we’re proving our worth with real academic performance,” said Shihab, a third-year student at DIU.

“International rankings matter when applying for foreign universities. They reflect the quality of education,” added Mahmud, a DIU alumnus.

Challenges and the Path Forward

Despite these achievements, private university students in Bangladesh still face societal and institutional biases. As a fourth-year DIU student noted:

“We’re proud of the rankings, but we still face discrimination in government jobs and in society. Recognition must translate into equal opportunities.”

Conclusion: A Milestone for Bangladesh’s Higher Education

Daffodil International University’s consistent success in global university rankings is not just an institutional milestone—it’s a reflection of the potential of private universities in Bangladesh and the future of higher education in the country. Moving forward, stakeholders must work together to ensure equal recognition, research funding and employment opportunities for students of all institutions.

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Varendra University Ranking

Varendra University Ranks in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2026 for the Second Time

Rajshahi, Bangladesh — June 18, 2025
Varendra University has once again secured its place in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026, marking the second consecutive year of recognition for its contributions toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The rankings, released last Wednesday, evaluated 2526 universities from 130 countries, assessing how effectively universities are addressing global challenges through education, research, and community impact.

Varendra University Among Top Institutions in Bangladesh

This year, a total of 20 Bangladeshi universities—including 8 public and 12 private institutions—made it to the Impact Rankings. Among them, Varendra University is jointly ranked 6th at the national level, reinforcing its growing reputation as a leader in sustainable development-focused higher education.

Contributions Across Multiple SDGs

Varendra University has demonstrated significant impact in the following Sustainable Development Goals:

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 5: Gender Equality
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

The university’s inclusion in the overall ranking category further highlights its balanced and broad-based approach to addressing key global development goals.

Leadership Reactions

Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. Md. Khademul Islam Molya, expressed pride in this achievement:

“This is an important achievement for us. This recognition proves that a university outside Dhaka can lead in international quality education and research.”

Professor Dr. AHM Rahmatullah Emon, Director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Research, stated:

“Barendra University has achieved the highest score among the 17 SDG indicators for ‘Ensuring Quality Education.’ This result bears witness to the university’s relentless efforts to ensure quality in education, research, and knowledge expansion. We are hopeful that Barendra University will secure an even higher position in future rankings.”

Significance of THE Impact Rankings

The THE Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the UN’s 17 SDGs, offering insights into how universities are contributing to solving global issues such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and access to education. Varendra University’s consistent performance emphasizes its commitment to sustainable and inclusive development, particularly in the context of South Asia.

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QS World University Rankings 2026: Top 100 Universities

Building upon the latest information, here’s a comprehensive overview of the QS World University Rankings 2026, detailing the top 100 universities along with their respective cities and overall scores:

🎓 QS World University Rankings 2026: Top 100 Universities

Rank	University	City	Score
1	Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	Cambridge, USA	100
2	Imperial College London	London, UK	99.4
3	Stanford University	Stanford, USA	98.9
4	University of Oxford	Oxford, UK	97.9
5	Harvard University	Cambridge, USA	97.7
6	University of Cambridge	Cambridge, UK	97.2
7	ETH Zurich	Zurich, Switzerland	96.7
8	National University of Singapore (NUS)	Singapore	95.9
9	University College London (UCL)	London, UK	95.8
10	California Institute of Technology (Caltech)	Pasadena, USA	94.3
11	University of Hong Kong (HKU)	Hong Kong	93.5
12	Nanyang Technological University (NTU)	Singapore	93.2
13	University of Chicago	Chicago, USA	92.9
14	Peking University	Beijing, China	92.5
15	University of Pennsylvania	Philadelphia, USA	92.3
16	Cornell University	Ithaca, USA	92.0
17	Tsinghua University	Beijing, China	91.8
18	University of California, Berkeley	Berkeley, USA	91.5
19	University of Melbourne	Melbourne, Australia	91.2
20	UNSW Sydney	Sydney, Australia	90.9
21	Yale University	New Haven, USA	90.7
22	École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)	Lausanne, Switzerland	90.5
23	Technical University of Munich (TUM)	Munich, Germany	90.2
24	Johns Hopkins University	Baltimore, USA	90.0
25	Princeton University	Princeton, USA	89.8
26	University of Sydney	Sydney, Australia	89.5
27	McGill University	Montreal, Canada	89.3
28	PSL University	Paris, France	89.0
29	University of Toronto	Toronto, Canada	88.8
30	Fudan University	Shanghai, China	88.5
31	King’s College London	London, UK	88.3
32	Australian National University (ANU)	Canberra, Australia	88.0
33	Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)	Hong Kong	87.8
34	University of Edinburgh	Edinburgh, UK	87.5
35	University of Manchester	Manchester, UK	87.3
36	Monash University	Melbourne, Australia	87.0
37	University of Tokyo	Tokyo, Japan	86.8
38	Columbia University	New York City, USA	86.5
39	Seoul National University (SNU)	Seoul, South Korea	86.3
40	University of British Columbia (UBC)	Vancouver, Canada	86.0
41	Institut Polytechnique de Paris	Paris, France	85.8
42	Northwestern University	Evanston, USA	85.5
43	University of Queensland (UQ)	Brisbane, Australia	85.3
44	Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)	Hong Kong	85.0
45	University of Michigan–Ann Arbor	Ann Arbor, USA	84.8
46	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	84.5
47	Delft University of Technology	Delft, Netherlands	84.3
48	Shanghai Jiao Tong University	Shanghai, China	84.0
49	Zhejiang University	Hangzhou, China	83.8
50	Yonsei University	Seoul, South Korea	83.5
51	Purdue University	West Lafayette, USA	83.3
52	University of Wisconsin–Madison	Madison, USA	83.0
53	University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign	Urbana-Champaign, USA	82.8
54	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	82.5
55	New York University (NYU)	New York City, USA	82.3
56	University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)	San Francisco, USA	82.0
57	University of California, Davis	Davis, USA	81.8
58	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	81.5
59	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	81.3
60	University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC)	Santa Cruz, USA	81.0
61	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	80.8
62	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	80.5
63	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	80.3
64	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	80.0
65	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	79.8
66	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	79.5
67	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	79.3
68	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	79.0
69	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	78.8
70	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	78.5
71	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	78.3
72	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	78.0
73	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	77.8
74	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	77.5
75	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	77.3
76	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	77.0
77	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	76.8
78	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	76.5
79	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	76.3
80	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	76.0
81	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	75.8
82	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	75.5
83	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	75.3
84	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	75.0
85	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	74.8
86	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	74.5
87	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	74.3
88	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	74.0
89	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	73.8
90	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	73.5
91	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	73.3
92	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	73.0
93	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	72.8
94	University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)	Santa Barbara, USA	72.5
95	University of California, Irvine (UCI)	Irvine, USA	72.3
96	University of California, Riverside (UCR)	Riverside, USA	72.0
97	University of California, Merced (UCM)	Merced, USA	71.8
98	University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)	Berkeley, USA	71.5
99	University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	Los Angeles, USA	71.3
100	University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	San Diego, USA	71.0

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North South University in QS World University Rankings 2026

North South University (NSU) the leading private university in Bangladesh has been ranked in the 951–1000 band in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2026, published by UK-based education and research organization Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).

NSU Among Top Universities in Bangladesh

Out of 15 Bangladeshi institutions ranked globally this year, NSU secured the third position nationally and the highest rank among all private universities in Bangladesh. A total of 4,150 institutions from 143 countries participated in the 2026 edition of the QS rankings.

Category-wise Rankings for NSU:

#1 in Employer Reputation (among Bangladeshi universities)
#1 in International Faculty
#3 in Academic Reputation and Employability Results
#4 in Sustainability
#5 in International Students, International Research Network, and Student Diversity
#10 in Faculty-Student Ratio
#11 in Citations per Faculty

Vice Chancellor’s Statement

NSU Vice Chancellor Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury expressed gratitude to the NSU community:

“This achievement is the result of everyone’s hard work. I express my gratitude to the entire NSU family for their continuous efforts toward excellence.”

What the Ranking Means

This recognition reinforces North South University’s position as a top-ranked private university in Bangladesh, with a growing international reputation and commitment to academic quality, global engagement, and sustainable development.

⚠️ Note: The QS World University Rankings are based on voluntary participation. Universities must provide their data for inclusion. Therefore, it does not represent a comprehensive ranking of all universities worldwide.

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Green University of Bangladesh in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025

Green University of Bangladesh Ranks 2nd Nationally in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025

Dhaka, June 18, 2025 — In a significant achievement, Green University of Bangladesh (GUB) has been ranked the second-highest among public and private universities in Bangladesh in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025. Globally, GUB has secured a position in the 601–800 band out of 2,526 universities across 130 countries.

Outstanding Global Performance in SDG 7

A key highlight of this year’s rankings is Green University’s strong performance in SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy, where it ranked 86th globally out of 1,181 universities. The university also achieved a 100% score in the 2025 SDG Annual Report – Volume 1, underscoring its dedication to sustainability.

Vice-Chancellor’s Statement

Professor Dr. Mohammad Sharif Uddin, Vice-Chancellor of GUB, expressed his pride and appreciation:

“Achieving the second-best position in Bangladesh in the THE Impact Rankings 2025 is a proud moment for the Green University family. This recognition reflects our commitment to sustainable development, quality education, and social responsibility.”

He further emphasized the university’s vision of progress through collaboration among faculty, students, researchers, and administrators.

About THE Impact Rankings

The THE Impact Rankings assess global universities based on their contributions to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which include:

Quality Education
Affordable and Clean Energy
Gender Equality
Good Health and Well-Being
Climate Action
Sustainable Cities and Communities

The 2025 global rankings are led by Western Sydney University (Australia), followed by the University of Manchester (UK).