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Best universities in Turkey

Best universities in Turkey 2027

Discover the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027 and explore which universities in Turkey rank the highest.This list reveals the best universities and colleges in Turkey, according to the trusted THE World University Rankings 2027.Universities across Turkey are scored in areas such as teaching, research and international outlook.It uses a robust methodology, created by the in-house data team, that is relied upon by students, academics, policymakers and industry leaders worldwide.

October 5 2026
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Best universities in China 2027

Discover the top universities in China with the Times Higher Education Rankings 2027 and compare 103 institutions that rank the highest across the country.Times Higher Education's list ranks the best universities in China based on a comprehensive evaluation that covers areas such as teaching quality, research output, international collaboration, knowledge transfer, and industry connections.The trusted methodology behind the rankings is developed by Times Higher Education's expert data team and is relied upon by students, academics, university leaders, policymakers, and industry partners worldwide to make informed decisions about higher education excellence. 

October 2 2026
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Best universities in Africa 2027

Discover the top universities in Africa with the Times Higher Education Africa Rankings 2027 and compare more than 150 institutions that rank the highest across the continent.Times Higher Education's list ranks the best universities in Africa based on a comprehensive evaluation that covers areas such as teaching quality, research output, international collaboration, knowledge transfer, and industry connections.The trusted methodology behind the rankings is developed by Times Higher Education's expert data team and is relied upon by students, academics, university leaders, policymakers, and industry partners worldwide to make informed decisions about higher education excellence. 

October 1 2026
Europe

Best universities in Europe 2027

Discover the top universities in Europe with the Times Higher Education Rankings 2027 and compare nearly 700 institutions that rank the highest across the continent.Times Higher Education's list ranks the best universities in Europe based on a comprehensive evaluation that covers areas such as teaching quality, research output, international collaboration, knowledge transfer, and industry connections.The trusted methodology behind the rankings is developed by Times Higher Education's expert data team and is relied upon by students, academics, university leaders, policymakers, and industry partners worldwide to make informed decisions about higher education excellence. 

September 30 2026

Best universities by city

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Best universities in Toronto 2026

What are the best universities in Toronto? Where should you study in Toronto? Find the best universities in Toronto using the trusted Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings data

July 14 2026

Best universities by subject

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Best universities in psychology

Top 10 universities for psychology degrees 2026

What is the best university for psychology? Where should you study psychology? Explore the top 10 universities for psychology worldwide, ranked using the latest Times Higher Education World Subject Rankings data.

July 2 2026

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What are the social sciences?

What are social sciences?

What are social sciences? Find out everything you need to know about studying the social sciences, what subjects are social sciences and which careers you can pursue after studying the social sciences

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February 17 2026

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Top universities in Asia

Best universities in Asia 2026

Explore the top universities in Asia based on data collected for the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings. The rankings are put together using a robust methdology which includes student engagement, academic reputation and international exchange opportunities. 

April 23 2026
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