UBC Places High in THE World University Rankings



“I am proud that UBC has placed 34th in the world in the annual THE World University Rankings, released earlier this month. Our position in this prestigious rankings, as well as high places in other rankings, are a reflection of the quality of our faculty, students and staff.” – Santa Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor.

World university rankings recognize the University of British Columbia in the top five percent for its excellence in teaching and research, as well as its global impact in delivering on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The University of British Columbia is recognized for its following achievements:

  • 1st in Climate Action
  • 1st in Life Below Water
  • 3rd in Life On Land
  • 1st in Canada for Responsible Consumption and Production
  • 1st in Canada for Affordable and Clean Energy

Full THE World University Rankings here.

More details on the University of British Columbia’s 2020 rankings and achievements in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals here.

September 22, 2020

Full September 2020 issue of Letter from Santa Ono.

September 2, 2020

University of British Columbia’s ranking featured in the Daily Hive.