Climbs to 4th Place in Türkiye in the “Teaching" Category
Bezmialem Vakif University has achieved remarkable success in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, one of the world's most prestigious higher education assessments. According to the results, the university is now ranked among the Top 500 universities worldwide in the “Teaching" (Education) category. Bezmialem has also advanced to 4th place in Türkiye, standing out nationally for its exceptional education quality and academic standards.
Global Recognition of Educational Excellence
The THE World University Rankings evaluate higher education institutions across five key pillars: Teaching (Education), Research, Citations (Research Influence), International Outlook, and Industry Income.
The “Teaching" category measures universities based on indicators such as learning environment, teaching reputation, academic staff qualifications, student-to-staff ratio, and proportion of PhD holders.
Bezmialem Vakif University's success in this area reflects both the strength of its academic staff and its commitment to student-centered learning — earning international recognition for its excellence in education.
Rising Amid Global Competition
In the 2026 rankings, more than 1,900 universities worldwide were evaluated. Bezmialem Vakif University secured a position among the Top 500, marking its place among the world's leading institutions that have reached global standards in education quality. This achievement demonstrates Bezmialem's growing influence not only within Türkiye but also across the international higher education landscape.
Significant Advancement Compared to Last Year
In the 2025 THE Rankings, the university ranked 6th in Türkiye. This year, it has impressively risen by two places, moving up to 4th position. The advancement is seen as a tangible outcome of Bezmialem Vakif University's strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing educational quality.
Key contributing factors include the expansion of academic staff, modernization of teaching environments, and development of innovative, student-focused learning models.
One Step Closer to “Excellence in Education"
Since its establishment, Bezmialem Vakif University has pursued the vision of becoming a leading institution in health sciences education. The 2026 THE results once again confirm that the university's consistent efforts toward this vision have gained international recognition.
About Times Higher Education (THE)
Founded in 2010, Times Higher Education (THE) is one of the most respected organizations in the field of higher education. It evaluates universities around the world based on their performance in teaching quality, research excellence, citation impact, and internationalization. THE rankings are among the most widely recognized indicators of global academic reputation.
