According to the latest QS World University Rankings 2026, many of Australia’s leading universities have risen to become world-class institutions. All eight universities in the prestigious Group of Eight have been ranked among the Top 100 universities globally. 

Top 10 Australian Universities 

*Leading research universities in Australia’s Group of Eight 

No.1 University of Melbourne 

The university that holds the title of ‘No. 1 in Australia’ and ranks 19th in the world, the University of Melbourne is a member of the Group of Eight, a prestigious group of universities recognized as the highest-ranking institutions in Australia in terms of both academic reputation and employer recognition. 

Its renowned programs include Medicine, Sports Science, Business & Management, Law, Education, Linguistics, Psychology, Architecture, Accounting & Finance, Engineering, Statistics, Dentistry, and Communication & Media, among others. 

No.2 UNSW Sydney 

Another equally renowned university is the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney). As a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight, a coalition of research-intensive universities, UNSW Sydney is a leader in academic excellence and innovation. 

In the QS World University Rankings 2026, UNSW Sydney is ranked very closely with the University of Melbourne and continues to maintain its position among the Top 20 universities in the world. 

Its renowned programs include Engineering, Law, Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Psychology, Economics, Marketing, and Environmental Sciences, among others. 

No.3 University of Sydney 

Another top university in Sydney that closely follows is the University of Sydney, ranked 25th in the world. It is Australia’s oldest university and also a proud member of the prestigious Group of Eight. The University of Sydney is renowned for its strong academic tradition and global impact. 

Its renowned programs include Anatomy, Clinical Medicine, Communication, Computer Science, Engineering, Law, Nursing, Veterinary Science, Surgery, and Public Health, among others. 

No.4 Australian National University 

Australian National University (ANU) is Australia’s national university, located in Canberra, the capital city of Australia—a city known for its safety and high quality of life, making it ideal for both study and living. ANU has consistently ranked among the top universities in Australia for many years. This year, it is ranked 4th in Australia and continues to be recognized as one of the world’s leading universities, maintaining a position in the Top 50 globally, currently at 32nd in the world. 

Its renowned programs include Law, Philosophy, Development Studies, Politics, Anthropology, Geography, and Earth & Marine Sciences, among others. 

No.5 Monash University 

Monash University is one of the most popular universities in Melbourne, ranked 5th in Australia and among the Top 50 universities in the world, currently at 36th globally. As a member of the Group of Eight, Monash is also recognized as the largest university in Australia, with six campuses across the state of Victoria and two international campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. 

Its renowned programs include Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, Education, Computer Science, Anatomy, and Life Sciences & Medicine, among others. 

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No.6 University of Queensland 

A leading university in the Group of Eight, the University of Queensland is ranked 1st in Brisbane and 42nd in the world. It is renowned for its world-class research achievements and has produced two Nobel laureates among its alumni: Peter C. Doherty and John Harsanyi. 

Its renowned programs include Engineering, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Sports Science, Agriculture, Psychology, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Veterinary Science, Education, and Dentistry, among others. 

No.7 University of Western Australia 

University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked 1st in Perth, 7th in Australia, and 77th in the world. It is also a proud member of the Group of Eight. UWA is well known for its programs in Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Data Science & Analytics, and Marine Science. 

Its renowned programs include Engineering, Geology, Accounting & Finance, Sports Science, Biological Science, and Dentistry, among others. 

No.8 Adelaide University 

Adelaide University (formerly known as the University of Adelaide) is a member of the Group of Eight and was established in 1874, making it the third oldest university in Australia. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, the University of Adelaide is ranked 8th in Australia and 82nd in the world. The university is located in Adelaide, a city renowned for its high quality of life and affordable cost of living. 

Its renowned programs include Engineering, Biological Sciences, Medicine, Geology, Agriculture & Forestry, Computer Science, Law, Accounting & Finance, Education, Anatomy, and Environmental Sciences, among others. 

No.9 University of Technology Sydney 

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is located in the heart of Sydney. Although UTS is not part of the Group of Eight, this younger university has shown continuous growth and excellence in teaching and quality. It was ranked as the Number 1 Young University in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2026. UTS holds the 9th position in Australia and remains in the Top 100 universities worldwide, ranked 96th in the world—truly an impressive achievement. 

Its renowned programs include Engineering, Data Science & AI, Sports Science, Computer Science, Architecture, Marketing, Economics, Accounting & Finance, and Environmental Sciences, among others. 

No.10 RMIT University 

RMIT University is a leading university located in the heart of Melbourne. According to the QS World University Rankings 2026, RMIT is ranked 10th in Australia and 125th in the world. 

Its renowned programs include Art & Design, Architecture, Business, Engineering, Marketing, Finance, Communication & Media, and Performing Arts, among others. 

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