Two universities I am closely associated with have just been ranked equal 19th in the prestigious 2024 QS World University Rankings: UNSW Sydney and the University of Sydney. As a graduate and donor of both universities, I received the exciting news directly from both. I have a Bachelor of Science in economic geography (Hons) and a Master of Policy Studies from UNSW, and a PhD in management from the University of Sydney. As a self-employed academic editor for 10 years at Right with Rhonda, I edit work for both universities in diverse areas including business and management, built environment, engineering, and public health.
The rankings included three new categories this year: sustainability, employment outcomes and international research network. The increasing international profile of both universities in attracting students and producing quality research is important. Of course, when institutions go down in rankings, there is always criticism of the ranking methods.
The increase in rankings of both universities to equal 19th globally is a credit to many, many people. I am pleased to have made a small professional contribution to helping students and academics apply for research funding, communicate their research effectively and publish their research in top journals and conferences.
As UNSW Sydney noted, Sydney is a very attractive place for education and research with 10% of the top 20 universities globally located in the city.
Read more from both proud universities here: UNSW and University of Sydney.
Read some of my past blogs on success in academic publishing:
- How to meet journal requirements when writing a paper
- How to avoid a journal editor’s reject pile
- Getting published in Nature journal
- Editing responses to reviewers of papers
To work with an accredited editor with academic publishing experience who strives for clear communication, please contact me at rhdaniels@bigpond.com
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