Iran’s Universities Excel in 2025 Rankings

In an exciting update for education in Iran, the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2025 has acknowledged 85 Iranian universities, an increase from 75 last year. This ranking evaluates research universities on several core areas: teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and international outlook. The rankings are tailored to highlight the unique priorities of Asian institutions.
Top Performers
Sharif University of Technology is the leading institution in Iran, ranked 69th globally. Following closely are:
- Amirkabir University of Technology (70)
- Iran University of Science and Technology (77)
- University of Tehran (97)
- Tehran University of Medical Sciences (109)
The rankings extend to others like Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences and Shiraz University of Technology, showcasing a broad spectrum of educational strengths.
Evaluation Methodology
The rankings consider:
- Teaching (24.5%): Focuses on the learning environment.
- Research environment (28%): Includes volume, income, and reputation.
- Research quality (30%): Looks at citation impact and research strength.
- International outlook (7.5%): Analyzes staff, students, and research diversity.
- Industry (10%): Evaluates income and patents related to research.
Overall, this year’s Asia rankings feature 853 universities from 35 different regions, with China leading the pack by holding five of the top ten spots.
Recent Developments
In addition to the Asia rankings, the 2025 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject showed that 17 Iranian universities made the cut across various subjects, up from 17 entries last year. Notably, the University of Tehran shines in Engineering and Technology, moving up to 22nd globally in Petroleum Engineering.
Tehran University of Medical Sciences also had a significant jump, ranking 309th in Life Sciences and Medicine, compared to 358th last year. This growth reflects a positive trend in the quality and international recognition of Iranian healthcare education.
Industry and Global Outlook
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings (WUR) by international outlook has highlighted the achievement of 85 Iranian universities worldwide. Sharif University of Technology leads the nation’s universities in this regard, falling within the 301-350 global range.
The country’s top rankings lie in Computer Science and Engineering, where Sharif University of Technology and the University of Tehran are prominent, solidifying their status as key players in these fields.
Conclusion
These rankings not only illustrate the growth and competitiveness of Iranian universities but also signal a larger trend in the Middle East’s shift toward global educational prominence. As universities continue to improve, the potential for innovation and research advancements looks bright. Iran’s focus on education is clearly yielding results that enhance its international standing.
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