The University of Tunis El Manar has been ranked third in North Africa and first in Tunisia in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027. This ranking reflects the university's presence among prominent regional institutions, based on indicators related to education, scientific research, quality of research, international openness, and relationship with the industrial sector.

According to the university, its ranking in third place in North Africa within the Times Higher Education ranking for 2027 demonstrates its strong position. The university came first in Africa in the teaching quality index. It was also ranked between 801 and 1000 globally, maintaining its position as the top Tunisian university in this international ranking.

A total of 11 Tunisian universities were included in the Times Higher Education ranking for 2027, up from nine universities in the 2026 edition. This information was published on the Times Higher Education website. The ranking for 2027 included 2,297 universities from 118 countries and regions.

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027 depend on 17 performance indicators distributed across five main axes: education, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry. These indicators assess the performance of universities in several areas, including the quality of the educational and research environment, the impact of scientific research, international cooperation, and relationships with the economic sector.

The University of Tunis El Manar's ranking is a reflection of its commitment to providing high-quality education and research. The university's strong performance in the teaching quality index is particularly notable. This achievement demonstrates the university's efforts to enhance its academic programs and services.

The ranking results also highlight the university's international openness and its collaboration with the industrial sector. These factors contribute to the university's overall performance and reputation. The University of Tunis El Manar's position in the ranking underscores its role as a leading institution in the region.

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings are a widely recognized evaluation of universities worldwide. The rankings provide a comprehensive assessment of universities' performance, helping students, academics, and policymakers make informed decisions. The University of Tunis El Manar's achievement in the 2027 rankings is a significant milestone for the institution and the Tunisian education sector.

Key points

  • University of Tunis El Manar ranks third in North Africa and first in Tunisia in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027.
  • The university came first in Africa in the teaching quality index and was ranked between 801 and 1000 globally.
  • A total of 11 Tunisian universities were included in the Times Higher Education ranking for 2027.

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