LHU firstly listed in THE Impact Rankings 2024

The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings is the only global ranking that measures the success of educational institutions in realizing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The THE issues annual Impact Rankings based on four key areas: research; stewardship; outreach; and teaching.

LHU listed in THE Impact Rankings for the first time

Research: This ranking focuses on universities' research impact and quality towards achieving SDGs including the number of published research works, the level of international cooperation in research projects, and the actual impact of these studies on society and the environment.

Stewardship: reflecting how the educational institution is managed and operated in relation to sustainable development principles including policies to protect the environment, sustainable use of resources, integrating the SDGs into the university's development strategy, and facilitating the university community's engagement in environmental and social protection activities.

Outreach: assessing the university's impact and response to the broader and local community through initiatives, projects, and activities including supporting socio-economic development in local communities, participating in charitable activities, and developing community education programs.

Teaching: assessing the quality of teaching and training programs related to sustainable development and reflecting whether courses and curricula integrate the values ​​and knowledge of sustainable development, as well as how universities equip students with the skills needed to contribute to a sustainable future.

17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:

The UN’s 17 SDGs include (1) No poverty; (2) Zero hunger; (3) Good health and Well-being; (4) Quality education; (5) Gender equality; (6) Clean water and sanitation; (7) Affordable and clean energy; (8) Decent work and economic growth; (9) Industry innovation and infrastructure; (10) Reduced inequalities; (11) Sustainable cities and communities; (12) Responsible consumption and production; (13) Climate action; (14) Life below water; (15) Life on land; (16) Peace, justice and strong institutions; and (17) Partnerships for the goals.

Benefits of joining the THE Impact Rankings

In the context of educational globalization, participating in the THE Impact Rankings has become a key factor to help educational institutions improve their reputation and quality. This ranking based on the UN's SDGs, not only evaluates the teaching or research quality but also reflects universities' impact on society and the environment. Joining this ranking helps universities clearly identify their strengths and areas for improvement, thus orienting strategic development in a scientific and sustainable way. In addition, the international recognition via this ranking is an effective tool in attracting students, faculty, and international investment sources, while expanding the global cooperation network, strengthening innovation and responses to global challenges.

THE Impact Ranking's benefits to learners

Educational institutions participating in the THE Impact Rankings bring significant benefits to learners, enabling them to develop in a learning environment recognized internationally for excellence and positive social impact. Students can benefit from educational programs with clear sustainable development orientations, which helps them be responsible for the environment and global social issues as well. This participation also opens up opportunities for collaboration, research and study with universities and organizations across the world, through which students can access the latest resources, knowledge and technology. Particularly, this contributes to students' competitiveness in the global labor market, as employers increasingly prioritize candidates with extensive skills and knowledge of sustainable development. 

LHU and THE's Rankings

LHU is proud to be one of the 13 leading Vietnamese universities named in the THE Impact Rankings. This is a clear testament to LHU's commitment to implementing the UN's SDGs.

Joining the THE's Rankings for the first time, LHU is named in the group of 1,001-1,500. In particular, LHU has impressively achieved the SDGs' third goal - Good health and Well-being which is in the group of 401-600 worldwide. This is not only an important milestone but also demonstrates the LHU's continuous efforts in providing quality medical services and creating a healthy environment for students and the community. Its health education programs, sports activities and medical research projects aim at public health improvement and well-being. Also placed in the 401 - 600 category are educational institutions from Korea, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy...

With this international recognition, LHU not only affirms its status on the world education map but also continues to attract students, lecturers and quality sponsors from all over the world. Let's join LHU on a journey of quality education, where health and good life always come first!

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