UK, Germany, France Dominate QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024

Updated on 20 September, 2024

Sachin Pundir

Sachin Pundir

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Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings has unveiled its inaugural list of the top universities in Europe for 2024. This comprehensive evaluation encompasses 688 prestigious institutions from across the continent, providing a unique insight into the educational landscape of Europe. 

Topping the list is the University of Oxford, reinforcing its global reputation for academic excellence, followed by ETH Zurich and the University of Cambridge, securing the second and third positions, respectively. In the latest report, the United Kingdom boasts an impressive presence, with seven of its institutions securing positions within the top 10. 

Top 10 in QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024

Rankings University Country
1 University of Oxford United Kingdom
2 ETH Zurich Switzerland
3 University of Cambridge United Kingdom
4 Imperial College London United Kingdom
5 UCL United Kingdom
6 The University of Edinburgh United Kingdom
7 Université PSL France
8 The University of Manchester United Kingdom
9 EPFL Switzerland
10 King's College London United Kingdom

QS Europe Ranking Metrics 

These comprehensive rankings evaluate universities across 12 distinct categories, with the introduction of 'International student diversity' parameter. 

  • Academic Reputation
  • Employer Reputation
  • Citations per Paper
  • Papers per Faculty
  • International Research Network
  • Employment Outcomes
  • Faculty Student Ratio
  • International Student Diversity 
  • International Faculty Ratio
  • Inbound Exchange Student Ratio
  • Outbound Exchange Student Ratio
  • Sustainability Score
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