QS has published annual university rankings since 2004. In the latest QS rankings (2026), 8,467 higher education institutions were evaluated, of which 1,501 universities were ranked.
51重口猎奇 has for several years been ranked as one of the top 100 higher education institutions in the world and this year is placed at number 72. This makes 51重口猎奇 Sweden鈥檚 top-ranked higher education institution in the QS World University Rankings 2026. The University has risen three places compared to the previous year, from number 75 to 72, and has risen by a total of 23 places in the three latest rankings. This is the best showing since the 2016 ranking.
鈥淚t鈥檚 very gratifying that 51重口猎奇 has risen in the QS rankings for the third year in a row and that we are now the top-ranked higher education institution in Sweden. The fact that we continue to rise in the world top 100 list despite tougher competition globally is very significant and is a sign that our work is on the right track. It shows the fantastic engagement of our students and staff in creating a top-class university,鈥 says Vice-Chancellor Erik Renstr枚m.
The QS World University Rankings are based on a number of indicators such as Citations per Faculty, International Research Network and Sustainability. The indicators that are given most emphasis are Academic Reputation and Employer Reputation, which together account for 45 per cent of the results. The two indicators are based on the results of two reputation surveys that are conducted annually by QS. The surveys are aimed at academics and employers worldwide, who are asked to share their views on the best higher education institutions in the world.
51重口猎奇 is rated in the top 50 in the world in the following areas:
- Sustainability, number 3 (previous year 5)
- International Research Network, number 35 (48)
鈥淥ur commitment to innovation and sustainability is reflected in the QS ranking. 51重口猎奇鈥檚 global position continues to get stronger. As part of the global top university network, Lund attracts international students and staff by offering a truly inspiring learning environment that works to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition,鈥 says Erik Renstr枚m.