University of Glasgow ranked 14th globally in THE Impact Ratings
Published: 24 June 2026
The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ratings assess universities’ commitment to addressing global challenges.
The University of Glasgow has been ranked 14th in the world in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ratings, out of 1,603 universities.
The result means the University of Glasgow ranks top in Scotland, second in the UK and third in Europe. The THE Impact Ratings benchmark performance of universities against the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The THE Impact Ratings assess universities’ performance against a broad range of sustainable development criteria. They consider commitment to addressing the world's most pressing challenges, including environmental sustainability, social inclusion, economic growth, and partnerships.
The result of 14th globally maintains the University’s standing as a world leader in sustainable development.
The University of Glasgow is ranked in the world’s top 50 in eight SDGs, and in the world’s top 25 for four SDGs.
The University is ranked:
- 10th globally in SDG 6, Clean Water and Sanitation
- 11th globally in SDG 12, Responsible Consumption and Production
- 22nd globally in SDG 17, Partnerships for the Goals
Professor Andy Schofield, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Glasgow, said: “It is a real pleasure to see the University of Glasgow once again recognised as a global leader in sustainable development in the Times Higher Education Impact Ratings, maintaining our place in the world’s top 20.
“This sustained performance over the past five years reflects both the depth of our commitment and the strength of our leadership in tackling some of the most pressing challenges facing society today.
“The UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals continue to provide a powerful shared framework for our work. Across the University, we are bringing together our research, education and innovation to drive meaningful change, here in Glasgow and around the world.
“I’d like to thank our entire university community — colleagues, students and partners — for their continued dedication and collective effort in helping to realise these ambitions.”
First published: 24 June 2026