University of Bristol Earns Top 100 Spot in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

University of Bristol Earns Top 100 Spot in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

(IN BRIEF) In a significant achievement for the University of Bristol, the institution has secured a place in the top 100 in its debut entry into the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. These rankings, which assess over 2,000 leading universities worldwide against the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), were released today, positioning Bristol at 92nd globally, within the top 5%. Notably, Bristol excelled in specific SDGs, ranking 27th for ‘responsible consumption and production’ (SDG 12), 40th for ‘partnerships for the goals’ (SDG 17), and 45th for ‘sustainable cities and communities’ (SDG 11) on the global stage. Domestically, Bristol stood out, ranking 8th for SDG 11, 9th for SDG 2 (‘zero hunger’), and 10th for SDG 1 (‘no poverty’) within the UK. This recognition aligns with Bristol’s strategic emphasis on being a global civic university, dedicated to addressing global challenges and fostering civic impact locally, nationally, and internationally. Prof Palie Smart, Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Civic Engagement, expressed gratitude for the acknowledgment, emphasizing Bristol’s commitment to leveraging the UN SDGs as a common narrative to tackle global and local challenges collaboratively. The rankings evaluate universities based on their contributions to sustainability across research, teaching, community engagement, and institutional practices, reflecting Bristol’s proactive stance in driving global agendas. Prof Michele Acuto, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement, hailed the University’s notable performance in its maiden entry into THE Impact Rankings, highlighting Bristol’s pioneering efforts in city-university collaborations to advance the SDGs. This achievement follows Bristol’s recognition in QS rankings as the 54th best university globally and 9th in the UK, and as the 17th most sustainable university worldwide, further solidifying its position as a leading institution committed to academic excellence and societal impact.

(PRESS RELEASE) BRISTOL, 12-Jun-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — The University of Bristol has achieved a notable milestone by securing a position within the top 100 in its inaugural entry into the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. These rankings assess the performance of over 2,000 leading universities worldwide based on the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Announced today, the 2024 rankings placed the University of Bristol at 92nd globally, placing it in the top 5%. Additionally, Bristol achieved impressive standings in specific SDGs: 27th for SDG 12 ‘responsible consumption and production’, 40th for SDG 17 ‘partnerships for the goals’, and 45th for SDG 11 ‘sustainable cities and communities’.

Within the United Kingdom, Bristol ranked 8th for SDG 11 ‘sustainable cities and communities’, 9th for SDG 2 ‘zero hunger’, and 10th for SDG 1 ‘no poverty’.

The University’s recent strategic initiatives highlight its commitment to the transformative potential of a global civic university. Prof Palie Smart, Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Civic Engagement, emphasized, “Bristol is a global civic university, dedicated to tackling global challenges to deliver civic impact on local, national, and international levels. The UN Sustainable Development Goals provide a common framework for addressing these challenges, and our entry into the rankings enhances our engagement with partners locally and globally. We are delighted to see Times Higher Education recognizing the efforts of our outstanding staff and students, and I extend my gratitude to everyone at the University who contributed to this achievement.”

The THE Impact Rankings evaluate universities based on their contributions to sustainability through research, teaching, community outreach, and institutional behavior. Prof Michele Acuto, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement, expressed pride in the University’s high placement in its first participation in the rankings. “The University has been a pioneer in city-university collaborations to advance the SDGs both locally and globally. The THE ranking is a testament to the dedication of our staff and students who are driving this global agenda. The Impact Rankings provide valuable insights into where we are excelling and where we can further enhance our efforts to create positive change.”

This accomplishment follows the recent QS rankings, which placed Bristol as the 54th best university globally and 9th best in the UK, also recognizing it as the 17th most sustainable university worldwide. Furthermore, the Complete University Guide acknowledged 30 subjects at Bristol among the top 10 in their respective fields in the UK.

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