University of Birmingham rises seven places in global rankings

The University of Birmingham has improved its position amongst the world's top universities. The University of Birmingham has improved its position amongst the best performing research-intensive universities in the world - rising seven places in the QS World University Rankings. Now ranked at 84 in the prestigious global ranking, which is unveiled today (27 Jun), the University has performed particularly well in new QS categories introduced this year Birmingham is ranked 41 in International Research Network - a measure of the global scope and distribution of the University's international research partnerships. Employer reputation has also improved with the University ranking at 81 (up 5 places on last year). Our global research partnerships create solutions to some of the world's biggest issues and our rise in this year's QS World University Rankings recognises the Birmingham as one of the world's leading universities; highlighting the importance and impact of our research, the international experience and outlook of our students, and our global footprint. Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor & Principal - University of Birmingham - Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor & Principal at the University of Birmingham, commented: "Our global research partnerships create solutions to some of the world's biggest issues and our rise in this year's QS World University Rankings recognises the Birmingham as one of the world's leading universities; highlighting the importance and impact of our research, the international experience and outlook of our students, and our global footprint." The QS World University Rankings are the most used global rankings and are a measure of a university's global reputation.