# UNSW Tops Global Rankings for First Time

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Podcast: [Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/australia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569932)
Published: 2026-06-19T18:25:36+00:00
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UNSW surges to 19 globally in the latest QS rankings, marking the first time an Australian university from New South Wales has claimed the top spot nationally — overtaking Melbourne, now at 22. This leap reflects UNSW’s 30-place climb since 2017, driven by powerhouse research, real-world learning, and stellar graduate employment and sustainability scores. Meanwhile, Monash (31), UQ (40), and UTS (top 100) also shine, with 21 of Australia’s 37 universities improving. But with rising global competition and visa hurdles, sustaining this momentum hinges on keeping Australia a top destination for international talent — proving Aussie universities are not just keeping pace, but leading the charge. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8aecc73ede945fce

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