About JCU Sustainability University performance
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JCU is motivated to refine its sustainability performance, with advancements recognised by university performance assessment metrics including the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and QS Sustainability Rankings.
Our strong performance is assessed on quality, relevance and impact.
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
Universities are measured by their pursuit of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, with indicators across research, stewardship, outreach and teaching.
Top 200 in the world |
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Top 20 in Australia |
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| Top 200 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #1: no poverty |
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| Top 400 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #2: zero hunger |
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#52 in the world |
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| Top 400 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #4: quality education |
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| Top 200 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #5: gender equality |
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| Top 400 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #6: clean water and sanitation |
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| Top 800 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #7: affordable and clean energy |
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| Top 200 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #8: decent work and economic growth |
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| Top 600 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #9: industry, innovation and infrastructure |
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| #56 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #10: reduced inequalities |
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| Top 300 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #11: sustainable cities and communities |
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| Top 600 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #12: responsible consumption and production |
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| Top 600 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #13: climate action |
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| Top 300 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #14: life below water |
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| Top 200 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #15: life on land |
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| Top 600 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #16: peace, justice and strong institutions |
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| Top 600 in the world for the UN Sustainable Development Goal #17: collaborative partnerships |
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QS Sustainability Rankings
These rankings are comprised of indicators designed to measure an institution's ability to tackle the world’s greatest environmental, social and governance challenges. Indicators include environmental research and education, health and wellbeing, knowledge exchange, employability and outcomes, equality and impact of education.
#103 in the world |
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#18 in Australia |
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| #16 in Australia for Environmental Impact |
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#16 in Australia |
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#4 in Australia |
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#28 in Australia |
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| #20 in Australia for Social Impact |
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#19 in Australia |
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#11 in Australia |
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#23 in Australia |
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#21 in Australia |
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#23 in Australia |
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| #27 in the world for Governance |
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