When it comes to higher education, countries like the United States, Canada, and European nations dominate the list. However, Asia is home to some of the world's best universities, attracting students from across the globe. The latest QS World University Rankings highlight the strong presence of Asian institutions in global academics.
Here's a look at the top five universities in Asia, where Indian students can also pursue higher education.
Peking University (China)
Founded in 1898, Peking University is China's oldest higher education institution and holds the top spot in Asia according to QS rankings. The university offers a wide range of programmes through 30 colleges and 12 departments. Students can choose from 93 undergraduate and 199 postgraduate disciplines.
University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong)
Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is Hong Kong's first and oldest university. With a strong international presence, it hosts over 39,000 students from 94 countries, and 71% of its faculty members are foreign scholars.
National University of Singapore (NUS) (Singapore)
Recognised as a premier research and education hub, the National University of Singapore (NUS) is among Asia's top institutions. It enrolls over 38,000 students from 100+ countries, offering a globally competitive learning environment.
Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
A leading research-based institution, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) offers diverse programs in business, data science, engineering, humanities, arts, social sciences, and medicine. The university has a stunning main campus, often ranked among the most beautiful in the world, and is home to around 35,000 students.
Fudan University (China)
Founded in 1905 as Fudan Public School, this institution later merged with Shanghai Medical University in 2000 to form Fudan University. With four campuses, 35 schools, and various departments, it currently hosts over 4,000 international students.
With world-class education, cutting-edge research opportunities, and diverse international communities, Asia's top universities offer excellent academic prospects.
