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GMA Network
16 hours ago
- Business
- GMA Network
121 PH schools make it to Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025
Ateneo de Manila University ranked first among Philippine higher education institutions on the THE Impact Rankings 2025. File photo A record-breaking 121 higher education institutions (HEIs) from the Philippines made it to the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, released on June 18 (Manila time), reflecting the country's growing commitment to sustainable development in higher education. This is more than double the 56 Philippine institutions included in last year's edition and marks the highest number of ranked schools from any Southeast Asian country. Globally, the Philippines trails only India (147 institutions) and Pakistan (126) in the number of universities included. Now on its sixth year, THE Impact Rankings measure universities' contributions to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), assessing performance across research, stewardship, outreach, and teaching. Ateneo leads anew Ateneo de Manila University remains the top-ranked Philippine university, climbing to the 101–200 bracket globally, an improvement from its 201–300 placement last year. Tied for second place among local HEIs are Batangas State University, Isabela State University, and the University of the Philippines, all landing within the 401–600 global bracket. The University of Santo Tomas (UST) maintained its strong performance by staying in the 601–800 band for the fifth consecutive year. It shares this ranking with Caraga State University–Ampayon campus, Ifugao State University, Mariano Marcos State University, Leyte Normal University, and Saint Louis University. A total of 11 universities placed in the 801–1000 bracket, marking them as fourth among Philippine institutions. These include: Benguet State University (retained rank) Bukidnon State University Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (up from 1001–1500) Central Luzon State University (retained rank) De La Salle University (down from 401–600) Kalinga State University Mapúa University (retained rank) Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (up from 1001–1500) Mountain Province State Polytechnic College (retained rank) Southern Luzon State University Global leaders Western Sydney University in Australia topped the 2025 rankings, followed by the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom. A total of 2,526 universities from 130 countries and regions participated in this year's rankings. To be eligible for the THE Impact Rankings, an institution must submit data on SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) and at least three other SDGs. The final score is calculated with SDG 17 weighted at 22%, while the institution's three highest-scoring SDGs each carry a 26% weight. Driving sustainable education The unprecedented number of Philippine universities in the rankings is seen as a major milestone for the country's higher education sector. It underscores not only the increasing participation of HEIs in global sustainability efforts but also their growing capability to align academic goals with the global development agenda. —KG, GMA Integrated News
Malaysian Reserve
18 hours ago
- Science
- Malaysian Reserve
Queen's ranks 6th globally and 1st in Canada in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
KINGSTON, ON, June 17, 2025 /CNW/ – Queen's University has once again earned a place among the top universities in the world for its contributions to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, Queen's ranks 6th globally out of more than 2,500 institutions from 130 countries, and is the top-ranked Canadian university. This marks the fifth straight year that Queen's has placed in the global top 10 – a milestone unmatched by any other Canadian institution since the rankings began in 2019. 'Progress toward the UN's Sustainable Development Goals depends on collaboration across every part of the university. This recognition reflects the dedication of faculty, staff, students, and partners who are finding practical and creative ways to contribute. Their work continues to expand what is possible,' says Queen's Principal and Vice-Chancellor Patrick Deane. Now in its seventh year, the THE Impact Rankings evaluate how universities are performing against the UN's 17 SDGs, which represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all. Sustained leadership across the SDGsThe university earned global top 10 placements in five categories, highlighting research, teaching and outreach strengths in areas such as food security, urban development, water sustainability, biodiversity, and global justice: 1st in the world for SDG 2: Zero Hunger 2nd in the world for SDG 14: Life Below Water 2nd in the world for SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions 4th in the world for SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities 6th in the world for SDG 15: Life on Land Collaborative impactThe Impact Rankings assess universities using a blend of qualitative and quantitative metrics, including research outputs, teaching practices, partnerships, and community-based initiatives. Queen's leadership in the rankings is supported by long-standing research priorities in sustainability, equity, health, and technological innovation – including work in green supercomputing, materials science, and clean energy. Ongoing commitment'Participating in the Impact Rankings has helped Queen's articulate and expand the ways we contribute to the global common good,' says Principal Deane. 'This rankings recognition is not just about where we place, but also about highlighting and expanding the work being done across our university community to support people and the planet, and solve some of our most pressing challenges.' Read the full article on the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and Queen's performance. About Queen's UniversityFounded in 1841, Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada is a leading research-intensive institution with more than 31,000 students and 5,000 faculty and staff. Queen's is known for its research in cancer, geoengineering, AI, data analytics, mental health, and physics (2015 Nobel Prize). Queen's fosters a diverse and inclusive community and is a destination for individuals who want to build a better future for people and the planet.
