School of Pharmacy retains top-20 global position in QS World University Rankings 2026
The School of Pharmacy has retained its 19th position in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, placing it firmly in the top 5% of universities worldwide for the subject area.
The rankings, released on 25 March, assessed over 400 institutions globally across Pharmacy and Pharmacology, evaluating academic reputation, employer reputation, research impact, and international research collaboration. Maintaining a top-20 position in this highly competitive field reflects the School's sustained strength across research, education, and global engagement.
This year's result builds on a consistent record of strong performance, with the School having held a top-20 position in previous years. It is also one of several strong results across Queen's Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, with Nursing and Midwifery entering the QS top 50 this year.
Professor Gavin Andrews, Head of the School of Pharmacy, said:
"Retaining our place in the global top 20 is a significant achievement in what is an increasingly competitive landscape. This result reflects the collective effort of our academic, research, professional services, and technical staff, as well as the quality and commitment of our students. While we are proud of this position, we remain focused on continuing to strengthen our global profile as we look ahead."
Further information about the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 is available on the .
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