The University of Tunis El Manar has retained its position as the top Tunisian university in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings. It is ranked within the 801-1000 bracket globally and holds the third position in North Africa. The university has maintained its position within the top 1000 globally, as seen in previous editions. Its performance has improved across the five major axes considered by THE.
In the THE 2027 rankings, the University of Tunis El Manar scored 70.7 points for its industry relations and 46.5 points for teaching. The rankings are based on 17 indicators grouped around five dimensions: teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry relations. A total of 2297 universities from 118 countries and territories are covered in the 2027 edition.
The University of Tunis El Manar stands out for its teaching quality, ranking first in Africa for this indicator. This achievement highlights the university's strengths in providing high-quality education. It is essential to note that this ranking does not imply that the university holds the top spot in Africa overall but rather specifically in the teaching quality indicator.
The 2027 edition of THE rankings saw 11 Tunisian universities featured, an increase from nine in 2026 and eight in 2025. The University of Gafsa and the University of Kairouan made their debut in the global rankings, both within the 1801-2000 bracket. Jendouba University also made progress, while several other Tunisian universities were distributed across different ranking brackets.
The University of Tunis El Manar's Vice Rector, however, was not available for comment. The university's achievements in the THE rankings demonstrate its commitment to providing high-quality education and research. Its performance in the rankings is an essential indicator of its reputation and standing globally.
The THE 2027 rankings were published on September 30. The rankings provide a comprehensive overview of universities globally, considering various parameters. The University of Tunis El Manar's performance in the rankings is a testament to its hard work and dedication to academic excellence.
The University of Tunis El Manar's ranking in THE 2027 highlights its growth and progress in various areas. Its first position in Africa for teaching quality and its maintenance of a top 1000 global ranking underscore its commitment to academic excellence. With 11 Tunisian universities now featured in the rankings, Tunisia's presence in international rankings has increased.
Key points
- Tunis El Manar University ranked first in Africa for teaching quality in THE 2027 rankings.
- University of Tunis El Manar maintains its position within the top 1000 globally.
- 11 Tunisian universities featured in THE 2027 rankings.
