Victorian universities continue to lead in global rankings

Published: 15 October 2024
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Victorian universities remain among the world’s best in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025.

The University of Melbourne leads as Australia's top-ranked institution, retaining its place in the top 40 at 39th globally, continuing its 15-year streak as the nation’s premier university. Monash University also ranks in the top 60, securing the 58th spot.

Deakin University improved its standing, moving into the 201-250th range, up from 251-300th. Federation University made a significant leap, advancing into the 401-500th range from its previous 601-800th position.

These results reflect the strength of Victorian higher education institutions in maintaining a competitive presence in global rankings.

Australian universities’ position in THE’s World University Rankings 2025

University

Rank 2025

Rank 2024

University of Melbourne

39

37

Monash University

58 (joint)

54

Deakin University

201–250

251–300

La Trobe University

251–300

251–300

RMIT University

251–300

251–300

Swinburne University of Technology

251–300

201–250

Australian Catholic University

401–500

401–500

Federation University Australia

401–500

601–800

Victoria University

401–500

401–500

Southern Cross University

501–600

501–600

Visit THE World University Rankings 2025 for more information about all Australian university rankings.

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