Institutions in developing economies are disadvantaged on key rankings criteria. We need to rethink the defining characteristics of the future world-class university, says Ihron Rensburg
This year, the number of universities included in the BRICS & Emerging Economies University Rankings is expanded considerably, using our rigorous performance indicators
The creation of a vibrant and tolerant community is fundamental to the university and may even be its raison d’être, writes Drew Faust, president of Harvard University
As the UK prepares to exit the EU, we must urge policymakers not to drain the talent pool of international academics and students, writes Michael Arthur, president of University College London
Times Higher Education’s biggest analysis ever sees 980 institutions jostling for position in the most competitive world ranking to date. Ellie Bothwell reports
To remain relevant in a rapidly changing world, the global university sector must work harder to convey its value to policymakers and the wider public, says Hamish Coates, professor of higher education, University of Melbourne
An increasing drive to compare university offerings worldwide is hampered by the particular nature of teaching and learning, writes Paul Ashwin, professor of higher education, Lancaster University
