La Trobe now ranks alongside the world’s elite in almost half of the subjects assessed - an increase of 25 per cent from last year.
Published annually since 2011, the rankings are based on research impact, as well as academic and employer reputation.
La Trobe’s now ranks in the top 50 (50th) globally and sixth nationally in the new QS category of Hospitality and Leisure Management. This is due to the academics linked to the University’s Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality),which has established connections to major players in the tourism, hospitality and events industry, as well as world-class research.
Another four subject areas ranked in the world top 100:
- Archaeology (5th nationally)
- Nursing (11th nationally)
- Sociology (7th nationally) and
- Sports-related subjects (7th nationally)
Vice-Chancellor Professor John Dewar welcomed the rankings, which were released the same day the University celebrated its 50th anniversary.
“This is more proof of La Trobe’s long-standing international reputation, the strength of our teaching and research, plus the recognised calibre and employability of our graduates,” Professor Dewar said.
“Overall our academic reputation has improved in about three-quarters of the ranked subjects – which is a clear reflection of the outstanding work, dedication and expertise of our staff,” Professor Dewar said.
Other subjects to feature in the top 400 include: History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Agriculture & Forestry, Psychology, Accounting & Finance, Communication & Media Studies, Education, Law, English Language & English Literature, Modern Languages, Biological Sciences, Business & Management Studies, Economics & Econometrics and Computer Science & Information Systems.
