My home town – Melbourne – is number 5 on the list of best global cities for international students. It’s quite and achievement! At the same time, international students make our city even better.
The ranking was according to the QS Best Student Cities 2025, and is a testament to its vibrant cultural scene, exceptional academic institutions, and inclusive atmosphere.
University of Melbourne Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global, Culture and Engagement) Michael Wesley has become a real champion of the vital role international students play in the life of our cities.
He noted, ‘Melbourne being ranked as the 5th best student city globally is a remarkable endorsement of our vibrant, inclusive, and culturally rich environment. It reflects the University of Melbourne’s commitment to providing world-class education that is deeply integrated with diverse global perspectives. This ranking affirms our commitment to fostering a diverse and dynamic community that prepares students to thrive in a globalised world’.
Ranked among the best
At the core of this thriving educational landscape is the University of Melbourne, which continues to set the benchmark for excellence and global engagement.
The University has a great appeal – it is the highest-ranked Australian university across three major global rankings. Currently, it is ranked number 13 in the world according to the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, 37 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and 35 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities. The University’s efforts to tackle the world’s greatest environmental and social issues saw it jump 42 places to be ranked ninth best in the world in the 2023 QS Sustainability Rankings.
International student community
A significant factor contributing to Melbourne’s high ranking as a student city is its vibrant international student community. At the University of Melbourne, international students constitute 45% of the total student population, representing over 150 nationalities. The largest cohorts hail from China, Indonesia, India, and Malaysia, reflecting the University’s appeal to top-tier students from the Asia and Pacific region.
We all benefit from having international students!
These international students enrich the cultural fabric our campuses and enhance the educational experience for all students. Domestic students benefit from the diverse perspectives and global networks that their international peers bring, preparing all students for success in a global economy.
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