º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has retained its position as the best university in the world to study sports related subjects in the global 2021 QS higher education league table - cementing our position as the world-leader for sport for five years in a row!
The University has taken the title ever since it was launched by QS in 2017, a testament to its outstanding regard among the world’s academic community.
The QS World University Rankings by Subject are based upon research impact, academic and employer reputation.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ was ranked 1st for sport-related subjects after receiving perfect scores for both academic and employer reputation, while the impact and quality of our research secured a score of 96.2%.
Professor Mark Lewis, Dean of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences said: “To be crowned best in the world for sports-related subjects for five years running is a truly incredible achievement. It is again down the hard-work and talent of our internationally-leading academic community that we continue to be the very best in the world and I am immensely proud.”
Jack Moran, QS Spokesperson, added: “Once again, the QS World University Rankings by Subject indicates that º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ offers the world’s best educational program for those wishing to work in the sporting industry.
“With perfect scores among academics and employers alike, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s education in Sports-related Subjects receives the seal of approval for both its academic standards and its graduate employees. We also find clear strengths in other areas, including outstanding offerings for Art & Design, Mechanical Engineering, and Communication & Media. After a challenging year for all in the sector, we congratulate all at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ for their efforts to cultivate outstanding educational programs.”
The full QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021 tables can be found here.