Introduction
Western Sydney University has been named number one in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings(opens in new window)Opens in a new window released today, topping the world’s leading university sustainability ranking for an unprecedented three years in a row.
Western Sydney University placed first overall in Australia and internationally for its social, economic and environmental impact in the prestigious annual rankings, competing against more than 1,900 higher education institutions from 125 countries.
This follows the University’s number one results in the 2022 and 2023 THE University Impact Rankings – the first time any University in the world has achieved such a triple feat.
The Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings is the main global ranking system that comprehensively assesses universities on their commitment to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Rankings are based on universities’ teaching, research, outreach and stewardship.