Leeds climbs to 91st in QS World Ranking 2021

The University has moved up two places in the latest QS World University Rankings, consolidating its place in the top 100.

In a year that sees three quarters of UK universities in the influential global ranking move down the table, Leeds continues to move up and is now positioned at 91.

We have a world-class academic reputation, attracting the very best minds, and this has been recognised by our peers across the world in this year's QS ranking.

PROFESSOR HAI-SUI YU, DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: INTERNATIONAL

The University’s international strategy is led by Professor Hai-Sui Yu, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: International. He said:

“At Leeds we continue to build on our global partnerships with universities, researchers and business to provide our students with a world-class education, and to conduct research that makes a global impact.  

“We have a world-class academic reputation, attracting the very best minds, and this has been recognised by our peers across the world in this year’s QS.

“The higher education community continues to be hugely challenged by the covid-19 pandemic, and we stand with our colleagues across the world in working hard to secure the best possible higher education experience for current and prospective students.”  

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