In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the rankings QS has implemented the largest methodological enhancement since its inception, introducing three new metrics: sustainability, employment outcomes and international research network.
This year’s rankings is the largest ever with 1,500 universities included. Only the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is ahead of Cambridge in the table. Acting Vice-Chancellor Dr Anthony Freeling said: “It is a source of enormous pride to see the University of Cambridge retain its position in the QS global rankings. This is a reflection of the hard work by colleagues across the university, ensuring that Cambridge continues to deliver world-leading research and education. It’s also very gratifying to see four UK institutions in the top ten list – a testimony to the strength of the UK’s higher education sector.”
Earlier this year an assessment by London Economics discovered that Cambridge contributed nearly £30bn a year to the UK economy and that for every £1 the University spends it creates £11.70 of economic impact.
This is a reflection of the hard work by colleagues across the university
Dr Anthony Freeling
Image credit: Senate House, University photo library
Reproduced courtesy of the University of Cambridge
