The University of Montpellier, ranked first among French universities in the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
The University of Montpellier has confirmed its progress in The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. In itsfifth edition, it has maintained its top position among French institutions and ranks among the world's top 101-200 institutions overall thanks to its long-standing commitment to sustainable development.
The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings aim to measure the commitment and performance of higher education institutions in terms of sustainable development. This innovative ranking goes beyond simply analyzing research or training, taking a broader, more societal approach. It is based on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015. A total of 1,591 universities participated in this fifth edition. Since the ranking was created in 2019, the University of Montpellier has participated every year, highlighting its commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility. This year, it ranks in the top 50 worldwide for four goals related to the institution's major themes: feeding, caring for, and protecting.
"The University of Montpellier is immensely proud to be ranked as the best French higher education institution in The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023. Our rise in the rankings, both nationally and internationally, each year is testament to our commitment to sustainable development. I am convinced that this distinction is by no means a coincidence, but rather a reflection of our constant desire to do more and better each year, " said Philippe Augé, President of the University of Montpellier.
UM, a successful example of excellence in terms of Sustainable Development Goals
Within this ranking, UM stands out in the SDG "good health and well-being" category, occupying15th place worldwide and 1st place in France, having climbed more than 66 places. The UM has made significant progress in the SDG "life below water," moving into the 101-200 category with a33rd place ranking worldwide and a new1st place ranking nationally, demonstrating once again the UM's excellence in ecology. Finally, the University of Montpellier ranks33rd worldwide in the SDGs "Decent Work and Economic Growth," climbing 22 places, and49th in the SDG "Reduced Inequalities," placing it at the top of French institutions. All these results demonstrate UM's total commitment to social responsibility.
For Agnès Fichard-Carroll, Vice President for Education and University Life at the University of Montpellier and Special Advisor for Gender Equality, " this exceptional ranking rewards UM for its commitment to genuinely addressing a wide range of sustainable development goals. It is recognition of the collective work and commitment of the teams in the service of the community and, more broadly, society."