Top 10 Universities in Australia According to QS Rankings 2022

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Australia is a melting pot for international students worldwide. This is no surprise, because Australia has some of the world’s top universities providing students from all over the world with top quality education. 

Australian universities have once again made it to the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings 2022 giving a tough competition to universities all around the world. 

Below, we have provided for you the universities that made it to the top of the list of best universities in Australia. 

What is the QS Ranking System?

Before we get started with the list, let’s look at what a QS Ranking System is. 

The QS( Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Rankings is a list of the leading universities globally. It is, in fact, the most widely recognized university ranking list in the world. 

Now you might wonder how the universities are evaluated to give them rankings. The QS Rankings System evaluates universities based on academic reputation, research quality, teaching quality, the university’s international outlook, and graduate employment readiness

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Top 10 Universities in Australia According to QS Rankings 2022

1. The Australian National University (ANU)

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The Australia National University, also known as ANU, is ranked the top university in Australia and the 27th in the world, according to QS Rankings 2022. 

ANU is an Australian public university located in Canberra, the capital of Australia. It was in fact, the first research-based university in Australia. Today, ANU had a wide range of courses ranging from undergraduate courses to post-graduate courses. Through ANU, you are given the opportunity to apply to a multitude of scholarships offered especially for international students. ANU also provides its students with global opportunities, as you will be able to travel, and experience diverse cultures. 

This university might prove to be extra appealing to nature loving students, as they will be able to appreciate the vibrant and beautiful campus and campus life in addition to the university’s deep connection to sustainability. 

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The subjects offered at ANU have some of the highest subject rankings according to the QS Ranking by Subject 2021. 

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Anthropology
  • Philosophy
  • Geography
  • Politics 

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2. The University of Melbourne

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The University of Melbourne, located in Melbourne, Australia, takes the second place in top universities in Australia and the 37th in the world, according to QS Rankings 2022. 

The University of Melbourne is an Australian public university with at least 160 years of experience in providing high quality education to students and is today known to be one of the leaders in research and innovation in Australia. The University of Melbourne offers a diverse and inclusive study environment for its students, with 44% international students from more than 130 countries worldwide. 

You might also like to know that University of Melbourne is ranked 7th in the world for graduate employability by QS Graduate Employability 202. 

Recommended Programs at The University of Melbourne

QS World Rankings has placed the University of Melbourne in the top 20 internationally in 14 subject areas. 

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Economics  
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Arts and Humanities 
  • Business Management 

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3. The University of Sydney

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After taking the second place in the top universities of Australia list in 2021, the University of Sydney ranks at the 3rd place in top universities in Australia and 38th place in the top universities worldwide, according to the QS Rankings 2022. 

The University of Sydney is Australia’s very first and oldest university with a history stretching back to the 1850’s. It has been reputed as a university with one of the most beautiful campuses in the world, with a multitude of facilities catered especially for its students. 

The university of Sydney is also the 1st in Australia and 4th in the world for graduate employability. 

Recommended Programs The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney offers a wide range of programs ranking among the top internationally in several subject areas. 

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Engineering –  Civil and Structural
  • Architecture and Built Environment
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Communication and Media Studies

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4. The University of New South Wales (UNSW)

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The University of New South Wales, also known as UNSW, takes the 4th place in the top universities in Australia and the 43rd place globally, according to QS Rankings 2022. 

UNSW is an Australian public research based university located in Sydney, Australia. It is one of the founding members of the Group of Eight, which is a coalition of Australian Research Institutions. It is reputed as one of the best universities for business and entrepreneurship and was awarded the top provider of MBA programs according to Financial Times 2014. 

Recommended Programs at UNSW

UNSW had six subjects ranked among the top 20 subjects internationally in the QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Mineral and Mining Engineering
  • Civil and Structural Engineering 
  • Law
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Accounting and Finance 
  • Environment Science

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5. The University of Queensland

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The University of Queensland takes the fifth place in the top universities in Australia list and ranks 47th globally in the QS Rankings 2022. 

The University of Queensland is an Australian public research based university located in Brisbane, Australia. Past students or alumni from University Queensland include a Nobel laureate, an Academy Award winner, and leaders in government, law, science, public service and the arts. 

The high ranking of the University of Queensland is thanks to its strong research efforts in fields such as science, technology and medicine. 

Recommended Programs at The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland was ranked as the top university in Australia for Agriculture and Forestry along with other important subject areas in the QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Sports Related Subjects 
  • Engineering – Mineral & Mining
  • Environmental Science
  • Education

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6. Monash University

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Monash University ranks at the 6th place among the top universities in Australia and the 58th place in the world, according to QS Rankings 2022.

Monash University, located in Melbourne (main campus), is the largest university in Australia with a student body size of 60,000. In addition to campuses in different cities of Australia, it also has campuses in countries across different parts of the world such as Malaysia, China, South Africa, India and Italy. Students of Monash University have the opportunity to transfer between campuses for one or more semesters, providing them with an enriching global experience. 

Monash University has been awarded best in Australia for engineering and technology as well as chemistry by awarding bodies such as TIMES and Academic Ranking of World Universities. 

Recommended Programs at Monash University

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021. 

  • Pharmacy and Pharmacology
  • Engineering – Mineral & Mining 
  • Nursing
  • Education

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7. The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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University Western Australia ranks at the 7th place among the top universities of Australia and 93rd place globally, on the QS Rankings 2022 list. 

University Western Australia is famous for excelling in fields such as life and agriculture sciences, education, psychology, and earth and marine sciences. Apart from its main campus in Perth, the university also has another campus in Albany. Students from both campuses are allowed to use the facilities provided in the two campuses, such as theatres, museums, laboratories, and medical centres. 

Recommended Programs at UWA

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021.

  • Engineering – Mineral & Mining 
  • Anatomy and Physiology 
  • Sports Related Subjects 
  • Geology 
  • Earth and Marine Sciences

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8. The University of Adelaide

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The University of Adelaide takes the 8th place in the top universities in Australia list and 108th place globally, according to QS Rankings 2022. 

University of Adelaide, located in Adelaide, Australia, is one of Australia’s and the world’s most research intensive universities. It is the third oldest university in Australia with its strengths being study areas such as engineering, environment sciences, physical, chemical and earth sciences, as well as computer sciences and mathematics. 

In addition to the few campuses it has across Australia, University of Adelaide also has a campus in Singapore. 

Recommended Programs The University of Adelaide

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021.

  • Petroleum Engineering 
  • Engineering – Mineral & Mining 
  • Dentistry
  • Veterinary Science

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9. University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

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University of Technology Sydney, also known as UTS, makes it to the 9th of this list and the 113rd place of the top universities in the world list by QS Rankings 2022. 

UTS is one of the youngest top universities in Australia. UTS highly focuses on research-based teaching and allows students to advance through their partnerships with various industries and professions all over the world.

UTS is 7th in Australia and 69th in the world for Graduate Employability according to QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020. 

Recommended Programs at UTS

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021.

  • Nursing 
  • Art & Design
  • Sports Related Subjects
  • Law
  • Accounting and Finance 
  • Computer Science and Information Systems

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10. University of Wollongong (UOW)

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University of Wollongong (UOW), takes the 10th position in this year’s top universities in Australia and 193rd place in the top universities of the world according to QS Rankings 2022. 

An interesting fact about Wollongong is that it was built from the donations given by local people back in 1975. Ever since, the university has been actively making an impact on the region by addressing economic, social, environmental and medical challenges facing the region. 

In addition to campuses in several locations across Australia, it has campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai, China and Hongkong. 

Recommended Programs at UOW

Below, we have provided for you programs in the university with the highest subject ranking in QS Rankings by Subject 2021.

  • Engineering – Mineral & Mining
  • Nursing
  • Materials Science
  • Engineering – Electrical & Electronic 

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