Nineteen NUS programmes are in the global top 10, according to the latest Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings (QS WUR) by Subject 2024 released on 10 April 2024.  Four of them have been ranked top five in the world. The programmes include courses in the fields of Business, Computing, Engineering, Science, as well as Humanities and Social Sciences – underscoring NUS’ excellent performance across broad faculty and subject fields.

Professor Aaron Thean, NUS Deputy President (Academic Affairs) and Provost, said, “We are delighted that NUS has achieved top 10 rankings globally for 19 subjects this year. Notably, this marks the highest number of subjects placing in global top 10 for NUS in the past five years. We are grateful for the recognition of the exceptional calibre of our international faculty, students, and alumni. It attests to the University’s commitment to academic excellence and serves as an encouragement for our dedication to interdisciplinary education, equipping our students for the challenges and opportunities of the future.”

The QS WUR by Subject are an independent comparative analysis on the performance of nearly 16,000 university programmes. These programmes are taken by students at 1,561 universities in 149 locations across the world and sit across 55 academic disciplines which, for the rankings, are then grouped into five broad subject areas.

“Singapore's universities have consistently performed well in global assessments. This prestigious position offers unique opportunities for growth," said Mr Ben Sowter, Senior Vice President at QS.

Acknowledging the nation’s commitment to strategic investments and planning for the tertiary education sector, Mr Sowter added, “Singapore stands to gain from these geopolitical shifts, attracting a growing share of international talent. As a recognised hub of academic excellence, Singapore also faces heightened competition from regional players, including emerging economies looking to replicate its successful model.”

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Preparing our graduates to be globally competitive has always been an integral part of NUS’ education. NUS’ unique education experience emphasises a flexible interdisciplinary approach and innovative pedagogy with opportunities for multiple pathways and specialisations, enabling students and alumni to be agile and adaptable in today’s volatile and complex economy. Armed with a broad range of market-relevant competencies, NUS graduates can confidently pivot to diverse sectors and areas of work, regardless of their major or specialisation.

This story first appeared in NUSNews on 10 April 2024.