Curtin shines bright in 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject

Miri – 16 April 2024 – Curtin University has maintained its position as the world’s second-ranked university and number one in Australia for mineral and mining engineering for the eighth year in a row in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The latest edition, released on April 12, shows Curtin achieved a ranking in 31 narrow subject fields with 18 ranked in the top 200 globally.

Five Curtin subjects continued to be named among the top 50 on the planet: mineral and mining engineering (2nd), earth and marine science (37th), geology (39th), geophysics (42nd) and petroleum engineering (49th). Curtin also had nine subjects in the top 100 including architecture and built environment, civil and structural engineering, nursing and sport-related disciplines.

Curtin University Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne said the results highlight Curtin’s ongoing success.

“The QS World University Rankings by Subject offer the world’s most popular source of comparative data about university performance, and I am delighted that Curtin continues its long run as the top Australian university and world’s second-ranked for mineral and mining engineering,” Professor Hayne said.

The 2024 results also saw Curtin’s Medicine, English Language and Literature, and Linguistics courses enter the rankings for the first time.

This latest achievement was celebrated at its main campus in Perth as well as at all its global campuses, including Curtin Malaysia, its Malaysian campus. Curtin operates global campuses in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai and Mauritius, in addition to its main campus and regional campuses in Western Australia, including the world-renowned Western Australia School of Mines, formerly known as the Kalgoorlie School of Mines.

Curtin Malaysia’s Pro Vice-Chancellor, President and Chief Executive Professor Simon Leunig said Curtin’s achievement in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject was quite remarkable, reaffirming its status as a leading institution on the global stage.

“We are thrilled that Curtin has once again secured its position as the world’s second-ranked university and Australia’s number one for mineral and mining engineering for an impressive eighth consecutive year. That has a positive impact on all the related Curtin engineering and science programmes we offer here at Curtin Malaysia, such as the Energy Engineering and Applied Geology programmes,” said Professor Leunig.

He said Curtin’s leadership in mineral and mining engineering reflects its strong focus on industry relevance, cutting-edge research, and experiential learning opportunities. The university’s close collaboration with industry partners ensures that graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic job market.

“Driven by a passionate community of educators, researchers, and students, Curtin continues to push boundaries and redefine standards in higher education at all its locations,” Professor Leunig added.

Competition in the QS World University Rankings by Subject increased this year with a growing list of institutions being analysed for ranking and an increase in the number of institutions published in its rankings for the majority of narrow subjects.

The 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject considered more than 1,559 universities across 55 academic disciplines and five broad subject areas. For more information about the latest edition, visit topuniversities.com/subject-rankings/2024.

Curtin Malaysia is the largest global campus of Curtin University. Established in 1999, it offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including engineering, business, health sciences, and humanities. With a diverse community of students from over 50 countries and a strong commitment to research and innovation, Curtin Malaysia provides a truly global learning experience in the heart of Borneo.

Information on Curtin Malaysia can be found on its website at curtin.edu.my, or look for Curtin Malaysia on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok.

Curtin University in Perth, Australia

Curtin Malaysia, Curtin’s Malaysian campus established in 1999