MIRI: Curtin University has achieved its highest-ever rank in the prestigious QS World University Rankings (QSWUR), climbing nine places to 174th globally and securing the 13th spot in Australia.
According to the university in a statement, it also made significant gains in the 21st edition of the QSWUR, moving up 216 places in sustainability, 23 places in the international research network category, and five places in academic reputation.
“Additionally, Curtin is now ranked third in Australia for international faculty, highlighting its appeal to the world’s top educators and researchers,” it said.
Curtin University Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne attributed this success to the University’s strategic pillars of People, Planet, and Partnership.
“It takes a collective effort to achieve such outstanding results and they are testament to the dedication of our industry partners, researchers, and staff whose unwavering commitment has been instrumental in Curtin’s continued success,” she said.
She also emphasised the importance of Curtin’s leap in sustainability, reflecting the University’s commitment to social responsibility and support for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Meanwhile, Pro Vice-Chancellor, President and Chief Executive of Curtin Malaysia Professor Simon Leunig, expressed pride in the collective achievement.
“Curtin Malaysia is proud to be an integral part of this success story. Our campus has consistently contributed to Curtin’s global mission, fostering academic excellence and strong industry linkages.
“This recognition in the QS World University Rankings validates our efforts and commitment to providing world-class education and research opportunities in Malaysia,” he added.
The QS World University Rankings assess institutions based on key criteria, including research, employability, learning experience, global engagement, and sustainability.
The 2025 edition evaluated over 1,500 institutions worldwide, based on an extensive analysis of more than 17 million publications and almost 176 million citations.
These results, released annually by global higher education analysts Quacquarelli Symonds, offer a comprehensive overview of the world’s leading universities.
