USask Climbs and Expands Success in QS International Subject Rankings

The QS rankings are produced through the analysis of more than 5,000 institutions globally and are separated into five broad subject areas and 55 narrow subject areas.

USask ranked in two additional narrow subject areas in 2024: Physics and Astronomy (551-600 tier) and Materials Science (401-420 tier). The university also increased its rank in the Chemistry subject area, moving up one tier to 451-500.

The university’s highest rankings in the 2024 listing are in Veterinary Science (51-70), Agriculture and Forestry (101-150), and Environmental Sciences (128).

 “The innovative work being done on our campus is recognized again and again at the international level, positioning USask as a leader across many fields of expertise,” said USask Vice-President Research Dr. Baljit Singh (PhD). “These rises in rankings are a testament to the quality of research, scholarly and artistic work created and produced at USask every day.”

USask also earned high rankings in three of the broad subject areas. The institution maintained its rank in Engineering and Technology (451-500) and improved in both Life Sciences and Medicine and Natural Sciences. USask jumped 34 spots to rank 291st in Life Sciences and Medicine and jumped 25 spots to rank 354th Natural Sciences.

“USask’s high rankings and continued improvement in various subject areas is a reflection of our strengths and reputation among our fellows,” said USask Provost and Vice-President Academic Dr. Airini (PhD). “We are excited to see the strong and innovative work of USask scholars recognized globally.”