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April 10, 2024
QS Announces World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- QS reveals Top universities in 55 subjects.
LONDON, April 10, 2024 — Global higher education analyst QS Quacquarelli Symonds released the fourteenth edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject: an independent comparative analysis of academic excellence featuring 1500+ universities in 96 countries and territories across 55 disciplines.
• Global Highlights
US universities lead in 32 subjects, with Harvard University being the world’s strongest-performing institution, ranking first in 19 disciplines. Following Harvard closely is MIT, which leads in 11 subjects.
On the other hand, UK institutions lead in 16 subjects, with the University of Oxford topping in four, followed by the University of Cambridge, UCL, Royal College of Art, and Royal College of Music with two each.
Switzerland boasts the highest concentration of #1 entries (4) proportionally to its ranked universities, with ETH Zurich leading in three subjects, making it the most vital institution in Continental Europe.
Australia’s universities in Melbourne and Sydney have 53 and 52 of the world’s top 100 subjects, respectively.
France is the most internationally collaborative research hub, with 23 entries among the top 10 for the International Research Network.
Japan has reversed its five-year decline, with 26% of its previously ranked entries climbing, 21% dropping, and 42% remaining stable—an overall improvement of 5%.
China is the third most represented country, ranking in the top 10 for eight subjects. Tsinghua University achieves its three highest ranks, including the top performer, History of Art (5th).
India’s ranked entries and overall performance have soared by 19% and 17%, respectively.
Brazil is the most represented country in Latin America and among the top 100. Meanwhile, Mexico boasts the region’s most top-20 entries (4).
Saudi Arabia’s KFUPM offers the Arab Region’s highest-ranked programs: Petroleum Engineering (5th) and Mineral and Mining Engineering (8th).
Cape Town University leads Africa and ranks 15th globally in Development Studies.
QS Senior Vice President Ben Sowter said: With rising global inflation, geo-political instability, and general elections in 50+ countries, supporting higher education and international student mobility has never been more critical as it drives innovation and societal advancement. QS’s extensive university comparative analysis highlights the importance of diversity, research partnerships, investment, and cross-border academic and industry collaborations.”
• INDIA
From India, 69 universities, with 424 entries, have made it to the QS World University Rankings by Subject. IIM-Ahmedabad is among the top 25 globally for Business and Management Studies, while IIM-Bangalore and IIM-Calcutta are among the top 50. Jawaharlal Nehru University is ranked 20th globally for Development Studies. The University of Delhi, IIT Bombay, and IIT Kharagpur are most represented, with 30, 28, and 27 entries, respectively.
Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds
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UNCTAD rebrands to "UN Trade and Development"; Convenes a Global Leaders Forum.
UNCTAD has rebranded as “UN Trade and Development” and will host a Global Leaders Forum in June 2024. The Forum will feature the UN Secretary-General, Heads of State, leading economists, and Nobel Laureates.
UN Trade and Development’s Secretary-General, Rebeca Grynspan, emphasized the organization’s transformative approach and commitment to supporting developing countries in an increasingly polarized world.
Photo: UNCTAD rebrands to “UN Trade and Development” with a new logo. Image provided by & copyright © “UN Trade and Development.”
Photo: UNCTAD Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan speaks on April 9, 2024, at a press conference in Geneva, Switzerland, announcing the organization’s landmark rebranding as “UN Trade and Development,” commemorating its 60th anniversary. Image provided by and copyright © UNCTAD “UN Trade and Development.”
Geneva, Switzerland. April 9, 2024 — The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has announced its rebranding as “UN Trade and Development” on its 60th anniversary this year. This strategic move highlights the organization’s commitment to making a more significant impact. The new, more precise visual identity will better reflect its work and values and amplify its global voice advocating for developing countries.
• Charting a New Course
UNCTAD, under the leadership of Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, has been working on adapting to the rapidly changing global trade landscape. The organization has been implementing initiatives that enhance its capacity to analyze new challenges quickly and support developing nations’ efforts.
The organization has undergone a rebranding, which marks a pivotal moment. It was the first-ever comprehensive review of UNCTAD’s global communication footprint. Additionally, it is a bold, forward-looking strategy to effectively communicate the organization’s work and values.
The organization will rebrand with a new name and logo in the six official languages of the UN. It marks the first rebranding in sixty years.
• 60th Anniversary Celebration: Global Leaders Forum
The Forum on Trade and Development, led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, will feature participation from Heads of State and Government, civil society organizations, private sector representatives, and some of the world’s foremost economists. The Forum will highlight the organization’s comprehensive approach to trade and development under the theme “Charting a New Development Course in a Changing World.” The event will focus on the needs of developing countries, addressing topics such as finance, technology, investment, and sustainable development. The Forum will allow policymakers and thought leaders to discuss innovative approaches and solutions.
Source: UNCTAD (UN Trade and Development)
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