Khalifa University has climbed three positions to be ranked 37th in Asia in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025, reaffirming its standing as a leading institution for research, enterprise and innovation in the Middle East region
Khalifa University has retained its position as top in the UAE and second among Arab countries listed in the 2025 edition, which evaluated 853 universities from 35 countries and territories.
With a strong regional outlook, Khalifa University continues to align its research priorities with the most pressing challenges and innovation goals locally and globally. From AI and autonomous robotics to sustainable energy and advanced materials, the university’s core research centers are actively contributing to advancing innovation in a range of areas.
His Excellency Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University, said: “Our steady rise in various world rankings reflects the strength of our research ecosystem and the local and global relevance of our academic programmes. Khalifa University remains a hub for high-impact research that supports industrial growth and scientific collaboration, while contributing meaningfully by nurturing talent, advancing discovery, and building partnerships that transcend borders.”
