Five NWU subject groups earn global recognition in ShanghaiRanking
North-West University has secured global rankings for five subject groups in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
The North-West University (NWU) has achieved significant recognition in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, with five subject groups earning positions in the global assessment. Nursing has secured the highest ranking, placing in the 151–200 category, followed by Mathematics and Management and Business Administration in the 201–300 category, and Psychology in the 401–500 category.
Notably, Nursing and Management are new additions to NWU's ranked subject groups for 2026, indicating progress across a wider range of disciplines. The Global Ranking of Academic Subjects evaluates universities based on nine objective indicators across five categories, including world-class faculty, research output, research quality, impact, and international collaboration.
Nearly 20,000 subject units from around 2,000 universities in 100 countries and regions are included in the rankings. NWU's inclusion in the assessment demonstrates its commitment to research excellence, international collaboration, and meaningful impact, aligning with the university's strategic priorities outlined in 'Taking the NWU forward: 2024 and beyond.'
The rankings also highlight NWU's growing international reputation and the contributions of its researchers, academics, and institutional partners. Recent developments, such as the establishment of new schools and hubs, further illustrate the university's dedication to advancing knowledge and building academic fields capable of earning international recognition.
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