Western Sydney University is a globally recognized research-oriented institution, ranked among top 2% universities in the world. As per the National Report of Australian Research Council’s Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) 2018, 85% of the University's assessed research has been ranked at 'world standard or above'.

Located in Australia’s third largest economic state, Western Sydney University is home to over 48,000 students including international students immigrating to Australia in 2021. Ranked #36 in Young University Rankings 2020 by THE, the university offers a variety of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programs along with pathway programs for international students planning to study in Australia.

Western Sydney University Ranking Highlights

The highlights of the latest rankings for Western Sydney University are given below:

  • #251-300 in World University Rankings 2021 by THE
  • #474 in World University Rankings by QS 2021
  • #274 in Best Global Universities by US News & World Report 2021

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Western Sydney University World Rankings by QS

Western Sydney University ranked among the top 500 universities globally by QS WUR 2021. QS placed Western Sydney at #61-70 among universities under 50 years old. The university got the highest score for international faculty ratio indicator along with maintaining an overall score of 25. Its academic reputation is recognized worldwide and the easy admission process of Western Sydney University makes it a best choice for international students.

Analysis of Western Sydney University across parameters used by QS World University Ranking:

Parameter Score Weights
Academic Reputation 19 40%
Employer Reputation 24.4 10%
Faculty/Student Ratio 7.7 20%
Citations Per Faculty 26.4 20%
International Faculty Ratio 100 5%
International Student Ratio 59.1 5%

QS Graduate Employability Ranking 

QS Graduate Employability Ranking is based on the capability of the University in producing the most employable graduates. As per the latest QS Graduate Employability Ranking, Western Sydney University ranked between #301-500 for providing its graduates with the best job opportunities in Australia and around the world. Western Sydney University MBA graduates are one of the most highly paid graduates, earning an average salary of 130,000 AUD.

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Western Sydney University World Rankings by Times Higher Education 

Western Sydney University is ranked among top 300 universities in the world by THE 2021 Rankings. Western Sydney University teaching scores raised from 23.5 in 2020 to 24.4 in 2021 demonstrating its improved teaching methods through work-integrated learning.

The scores for Western Sydney University across various indicators by Times Higher Education:

Parameters Score Weights
Teaching 24.4 30%
Research 30.9 30%
Citations 88.0 30%
Industry Income 41.6 7.5%
International Outlook 86.7 2.5%

THE University Impact Rankings 2021 

Western Sydney University campus is recognized for reducing inequalities and maintaining gender equality for all its students and staff members. Rankings of Western Sydney University across various SDGs is given below:

SDGs Ranks
Partnerships for the goals 5
Peace, justice and strong institutions 26
Life on land 24
Life below water 48
Responsible consumption and production 10
Sustainable cities and communities 56
Reducing inequalities 4
Climate action 17
Decent work and economic growth 77
Affordable and clean energy 49
Clean water and sanitation 18
Gender equality 3
Quality education 27
Good health and well-being 56
Zero Hunger 69
No Poverty 93

Western Sydney University World Rankings by US News & World 

The University has been ranked #274 in the best global Universities as per US News & World Report 2021. US News placed it at 25th place for regional research reputation supported by student reviews for Western Sydney University. The university ranked among top 500 for most of the indicators used by US News including publications, citations and cited papers.

Performance of Western Sydney University against the 13 indicators used by US News & World Report:

Ranking Indicators Ranks Weights
Global research reputation #506 12.5%
Regional research reputation #25 12.5%
Publications #480 10%
Books #201 2.5%
Conferences #746 2.5%
Normalized citation impact #221 10%
Total citations #383 7.5%
Number of publications that are among the 10% most cited #409 12.5%
Percentage of total publications that are among the 10% most cited #387 10%
International collaboration - relative to country #833 5%
International collaboration #486 5%
Number of highly cited papers that are among the top 1% most cited #363 5%
Percentage of highly cited papers that are among the top 1% most cited #324 5%

Western Sydney University Rankings in Australia 

Western Sydney University is ranked among the top universities in Australia. Given below are national rankings for Western Sydney University by various ranking agencies.

  • #10 among universities under 50 years old in Australia by Times Higher Education
  • As per US News and World Report 2021
    • #19 in Best Global Universities in Australia/New Zealand
    • #17 in Best Global Universities in Australia
  • Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) ranked Western Sydney University between #16-22 in Australia
  • Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) placed Western Sydney University at first place for Nursing in Australia

Western Sydney University Rankings by CWUR 2021

The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) placed Western Sydney University at 20th place in Australia with an overall score of 74. It ranked University’s research performance among the top 500. Other rankings by CWUR are given below:

World Rank 509
National Rank 20
Alumni Employment Rank 1547
Research Performance Rank 482
Overall Score 74

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Western Sydney University Subject-wise Ranking by QS

QS Rankings by Subject 2021 ranked various subjects taught at Western Sydney University. Nursing, Sociology, and Communication and Media Studies were placed in the top 100 and Civil & Structural Engineering, Geography in the top 200.

QS Subject Rankings for Western Sydney University courses:

Programs Ranks
Sociology 93
Nursing 51-100
Sports-Related Subjects 101-120
Communication and Media Studies 101-150
Linguistics 101-150
Geography 151-200
Psychology 151-200
Agriculture & Forestry 151-200

Western Sydney University Subject-wise Ranking by US News 

US News & World Report 2021 placed Civil Engineering, Environment and Ecology and Plant and Animal Science courses at Western Sydney University among the top 100. Subjects ranking among top 200 include Psychiatry/Psychology and Public, Environmental and Occupational Health.

Subject Rankings by US News & World Report 2021:

Programs Ranks
Arts and Humanities 129
Civil Engineering 55
Environment/Ecology 55
Plant and Animal Science 78
Psychiatry/Psychology 159
Public, Environmental and Occupational Health 182
Social Sciences and Public Health 263

Western Sydney University was awarded 5 star rating for excellence in Teaching, Employability, Internationalisation, Facilities, Innovation and Inclusiveness by QS World University Rankings. Western Sydney University is highly reputed and renowned for its research facilities, innovative teaching methods, academics and employment opportunities, making it one of the best study abroad destinations for international students.