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The Star
a day ago
- Business
- The Star
China universities on the rise in Global 2000 rankings
BEIJING: The global higher education landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, as China shows consistent improvement in academic output while universities in the United States face downward pressure in global rankings amid recent student visa policies, experts said. China has surpassed the US for the first time in the number of universities listed in the latest Global 2000 university rankings. Chinese institutions now account for 17 per cent of the list, up from 324 last year to 346 this year, while the number of ranked US universities dropped from 329 to 319. The World University Rankings 2025, released on Monday (June 2) by the Center for World University Rankings, revealed that 98 per cent of Chinese universities improved their positions — a surge attributed to enhanced research performance and sustained government investment in higher education. Tsinghua University rose six places to rank 37th, excelling in employability and research. Peking University advanced three places to the 44th, while the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences jumped four places to 46th — surpassing Shanghai Jiao Tong University in the 61st place and Zhejiang University in the 68th position. Nadim Mahassen, president of the Center for World University Rankings, said that China is well represented among the world's top universities, and further financial backing from the government will allow the country to be more competitive in the rapidly evolving global academic landscape. Although the US still has eight of the world's top 10 universities — led by Harvard, MIT and Stanford — 83 per cent of its listed institutions declined in rank. The United Kingdom's Cambridge and Oxford secured the fourth and fifth places, respectively. Mahassen said that while the US still boasts the top universities in the world, the decline in ranking of the vast majority of its higher education institutions on the list is concerning. "At a time when Chinese universities are reaping the rewards of years of generous financial support from their government, American institutions are grappling with slashed federal funding and disputes over academic freedom and free speech," he said. Recent controversies, such as the Trump administration's move to revoke enrollment of international students at Harvard, later blocked by a federal judge, highlight the challenges facing US higher education. "For many years, American universities were able to attract a large number of international students, particularly from China. But with China's extraordinary ascent in the rankings, coupled with the recent visa policies of the US, the situation may change soon," Mahassen said. Liu Wei, senior vice-president of New Channel International Education Group and CEO of its overseas study division, said that China has been gaining ground in multiple international ranking systems — including QS, Times Higher Education and the Academic Ranking of World Universities — showing consistent improvement in academic output and global research influence. He emphasized that recent US visa policies toward Chinese students, such as the announcement of revoking the visas of some of those studying in "critical fields", are also influencing the global higher education landscape and may affect the future rankings of US and Chinese institutions. "Stricter visa policies have introduced uncertainty for Chinese students seeking to study in the US, prompting many to consider alternatives," Liu said. Countries such as the UK, Canada, Australia and Singapore, as well as some European countries, have ramped up efforts to attract international students, particularly those diverting from the US. Universities in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region also moved quickly to offer assistance when Harvard's ability to admit international students was curtailed. Chen Zhiwen, a member of the Chinese Society of Educational Development Strategy, said that Chinese students contribute significantly to research productivity and academic exchanges on US campuses, especially in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, as well as among postgraduate students. A decline in the number of Chinese students due to visa policies could have an impact on academic output in US higher education, Chen said. Chinese universities could benefit from this in the long term, as students who planned to study in the US may instead enrol in top domestic institutions, boosting China's academic and research environment, he added. "Since 2018, the proportion of Tsinghua University graduates pursuing overseas studies has shown a declining trend," he said, adding that the trend could usher in a more multipolar higher education system, reducing the US' historical dominance. - China Daily/ANN
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
CBSE Top Performers To Get Full-Ride Scholarships At University Of Hong Kong
The University of Hong Kong (HKU), ranked 17th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025, has announced full-ride scholarships for top-performing students from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The initiative aims to support outstanding CBSE students seeking undergraduate admission at HKU, particularly in fields aligned with innovation, technology, and interdisciplinary studies. The university's decision comes in light of CBSE's emphasis on competency-based education under the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which has enhanced student performance across disciplines, including STEM and the humanities. HKU is offering a range of cutting-edge courses eligible under this scholarship scheme, such as: BA in Humanities and Digital Technologies (HDT) BBA (Business Analytics) BScs in Marketing Analytics and Technology (MAT) BSc in Quantitative Finance (QFin) BA in Global Creative Industries (GCIN) BBA BEng - Global Engineering and Business Programme (GEBP) BEng Elite Programme BEng X+ MScEng - Master of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence in Engineering (AIE) BSocSc (Major in Computational Social Science) BASc in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AppliedAI) BASc in Financial Technology (FinTech) BSc in Actuarial Science (ActuarSc) Bachelor of Statistics (BStat): (1) Decision Analytics, (2) Risk Management, and (3) Statistics BEng in Computer Science (CompSc) BEng in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DataSc) BSc in Innovation and Technology BEng in Biomedical Engineering (BME) In addition to providing a strong foundation in core academic areas, the university offers access to over 420 global exchange partnerships in 49 countries and regions. Students will also benefit from dual degree and collaborative programmes with prestigious institutions including the University of Cambridge, University of British Columbia, and Sciences Po. For detailed information on eligibility, application process, and course offerings, students are advised to visit the official University of Hong Kong website.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Mohan Babu University, QS Top 100 Penn State University join hands to launch maiden joint degree program in India
Mohan Babu University (MBU) has joined hands with Pennsylvania State University (Penn State), USA, to launch India's first-ever Joint Degree Program with a QS Top 100 Ranked Global University. The move is aimed at redefining higher education opportunities for Indian students. The Penn State University is ranked 89th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, and touted to be one of the most prestigious public research universities in the world. Through the partnership, students from India will get the global exposure and a top-ranked U.S. degree at nearly half the cost, along with access to world-class academics, research, and career opportunities, a press released informed. Also read: Lovely Professional University suspends MoUs with Türkiye and Azerbaijan, says national security a top priority The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between the two institutions was signed at the MBU campus in Tirupati in presence of Dr. M. Mohan Babu, Chancellor, MBU, Vishnu Manchu, Pro-Chancellor, and Vinay Maheshwari, Executive Director. Representing Penn State were its Chancellor Dr. David M. Callejo Pérez, and Dr. Vahid Motevalli, Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Also read: Govt approves IIFT's proposal to open first offshore campus in Dubai Also read: After Jamia & JNU, IIT Roorkee cancels MoU with Turkish university, here's what the institute said Vishnu Manchu, Pro-Chancellor of MBU, pointed out that the collaboration empowers students by providing access to exceptional global education at a fraction of the typical cost. 'It brings the best of international academic practices to Tirupati while opening up life-changing career possibilities for Indian students,' he added. Dr. David M. Callejo Pérez, chacellor of Penn State University, expressed delight over the collaboration with MBU, and said that the joint degree is not just a partnership, but a shared mission to prepare globally aware and professionally agile graduates. Vinay Maheshwari, MBU's executive director, highlighted that the partnership with Penn State ensures that the institute's students gain a truly global academic experience, access to cutting-edge research, and an international degree—without the typical financial barriers. 'It's a giant leap toward our vision of redefining education in India,' he said.
The Herald Scotland
09-05-2025
- Science
- The Herald Scotland
University of Glasgow news, interviews and updates
Read on for all the latest University of Glasgow news, interviews and updates. Latest University of Glasgow news As reported by The Herald, here is a selection of the latest University of Glasgow news stories. Researchers call for changes to Scotland's care system Mosquitoes found as far north as Shetland in new study Evidence of one of Scotland's earliest human populations uncovered University of Glasgow location and students Located in Glasgow, the university has 43,000 students from more than 140 countries, according to its website. University of Glasgow world ranking It is ranked 87th in the World University Rankings 2025. It was also named Scottish University of the Year 2024 by The Times & Sunday Times, and is a six-time winner of the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize. (Image: Newsquest) University of Glasgow term dates The 2025-2026 academic year will run from September 15, 2025 until September 11, 2026. University of Glasgow library The university library is open to visitors, school pupils, and users from other universities across the UK. It is one of the oldest and largest university libraries in Europe. Subjects at the University of Glasgow The university has ranked in the world's top 100 in three out of five broad subject areas in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. The rankings, released on March 12, revealed that the university's 'Life Sciences & Medicine' subject area placed 42nd globally, while 'Arts & Humanities' improved its ranking to 61st, and 'Social Sciences & Management' placed 95th. However, the university placed 150th and 152nd in 'Natural Sciences' and 'Engineering & Technology' respectively.
Economic Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Canada's top universities hold strong in global rankings, led by University of Toronto
The University of Toronto remains Canada's top university in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. Canadian institutions maintain a strong global presence, with three universities in the top 50 worldwide. The rankings reflect Canada's ongoing investment in research, teaching quality, and international engagement, highlighting stable performance among its leading universities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads National Rank University 1 University of Toronto 2 University of British Columbia 3 McGill University =4 McMaster University =4 University of Alberta 6 Université de Montréal 7 University of Waterloo 8 University of Ottawa =9 University of Calgary =9 Western University Also Read: UAE simplifies recognition of foreign degrees to support international students Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The University of Toronto has retained its position as the top-ranked university in Canada, according to a report by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025. The rankings assess universities worldwide based on 18 performance indicators grouped into five categories: teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry 2025 rankings highlight Canada's continued presence in the global academic landscape, with three institutions placing in the top 50 worldwide. The University of Toronto ranked 21st globally, followed by the University of British Columbia at 41st and McGill University at 45th. McMaster University and the University of Alberta both ranked 116th in the global University of Toronto maintained its leading position due to consistent performance across all five ranking categories. Its strong global research output and international reputation contributed to its high global standing. The University of British Columbia and McGill University followed closely, each demonstrating strengths in research and international University and the University of Alberta, both tied at fourth nationally and 116th globally, received perfect scores in the industry engagement category. This score reflects their strong ties with industry partners and effective transfer of research into practical de Montréal ranked sixth in Canada and performed well in research and international outlook. The University of Waterloo , known for its co-op programs and innovation-focused approach, placed seventh. The University of Ottawa, Canada's largest bilingual university, was ranked eighth nationally, as per THE World Rankings University of Calgary and Western University shared the ninth position. Both institutions showed stable performance compared to last year's 2025 rankings show only minor changes among Canada's top universities, with McGill University being the only institution in the top three to improve its global rank. Overall, Canadian universities maintained strong positions in global higher education, reflecting ongoing investment in research, teaching quality, and international University of Calgary and Western University shared the ninth position, both institutions showed stable performance compared to last year's rankings. The 2025 rankings show only minor changes among Canada's top universities, with McGill University being the only institution in the top three to improve its global rankings. Overall, Canadian universities maintained maintained strong positions in global higher education, reflecting ongoing investment in research, teaching quality and international engagement.
