Chalmers University of Technology is one of the leading technical universities in the Nordic region, with a strong reputation for applied research, close collaboration with industry and a clear focus on sustainability.
In national surveys, Chalmers is consistently rated as the best known and most highly trusted university in Sweden and gets top scores on learning by students in the International Students Barometer.
On this page, we present selected results and explain how to interpret them in the context of Chalmers’ profile and long-term goals. At Chalmers we assess excellence and progress through multiple sources of evidence; international rankings and reputation surveys are one useful input, but never the sole measure of success.
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One of the leading universities in Sweden and the Nordic region
In the Nordic region, Chalmers is ranked among the very top technical universities, highlighting our role as a key driver of innovation and technological development. In the EngiRank European Engineering ranking, which focuses exclusively on engineering and technology, Chalmers is ranked number 3 among technical universities in the Nordic countries and 7 in Europe.
World-leading applied research and industry collaboration
Chalmers is a world‑leading university for applied research and collaboration with industry. For more than a century we have partnered with companies and public organisations to turn cutting‑edge science into practical solutions for a sustainable society.
This close interplay between basic and applied research is supported by major research infrastructures at Chalmers, for example advanced cleanroom and nanofabrication facilities such as Myfab, which enable researchers and industry partners to develop and test new technologies together.
It is also visible in the CWTS Leiden Ranking, where Chalmers is among the top 20 universities worldwide for industrial collaboration, measured as the share of research publications co‑authored with industry.
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A sustainability-driven university
Sustainability is integrated into many of our research projects, educational programmes and collaborations, and is a key driver in our strategy. In the QS Sustainability Rankings we are placed 64th in the world, and among leading European technical universities we hold 5th place. Within this group we score particularly well in areas such as Environmental Research, Environmental Impact and Societal Engagement.
Strong employer reputation and graduate employability
Chalmers has a strong reputation among employers for producing highly employable graduates. In the Emerging Global University Employability Ranking we are placed 95th in the world and number 3 in the Nordic region. This reflects close collaboration with industry, educational programmes that are continuously updated together with employers, and a strong focus on project based learning and practical problem solving.
Gender equality and high public trust
Over the past decade Chalmers has increased the number of research publications by women by more than 50 percent and today have one of the highest proportions of women in the fields of Physical Sciences and Engineering among leading European technical universities, according to the CWTS Leiden Ranking. Our long term initiative Genie (Gender Equality for Excellence) aims to further strengthen gender equality in research and education at Chalmers.
In independent national surveys Chalmers consistently enjoys the highest level of public trust among Swedish universities and colleges. This broad confidence in our research, education and societal engagement is an important foundation for our continued development.
How does Chalmers place on ranking lists?
At Chalmers we follow a selection of widely recognised international rankings that align with our profile as a focused technical university. The results below refer to the most recent editions available.
General rankings
Chalmers' ranking results | Nordic region | Europe | Global |
|---|---|---|---|
|
QS World University Rankings |
11 |
70 |
165 |
|
QS World Sustainability Rankings |
7 |
38 |
64 |
|
Times Higher Education |
13 |
100 |
201-250 |
|
Engirank |
3 |
7 |
- |
|
Emerging |
3 |
36 |
95 |
Subject rankings and profile areas
In addition to general university rankings, subject specific rankings are often more informative for a specialised technical university like Chalmers. They highlight our strengths in particular fields of engineering, architecture, computer science and related areas.
Below are examples of how Chalmers performs in selected subject rankings, grouped according to our key profile areas. The examples are not an exhaustive list of all rankings, but highlight subjects where Chalmers has a clear profile and competitive position. Unless otherwise stated, positions refer to the most recent editions available.
Join our journey
The strong positions shown in rankings and reputation surveys are ultimately the result of the people who study, work and collaborate with us – and of those who choose to support our mission. There are several ways to become part of Chalmers’ journey towards becoming one of Europe's top academic environments 2041.
Master's studies
Qualify for a global career with a master’s degree from Chalmers University of Technology. We offer master's programmes in engineering, architecture and technology management and you’ll be right at the cutting edge of your field, taught by people who are highly active in both research and industry.
Graduate schools
Chalmers' postgraduate education is organised in the form of subject-oriented graduate schools, which are responsible for course offerings, seminar activities, study follow-up and more. All doctoral students must belong to a graduate school at Chalmers, but may also be affiliated with national and international research schools.
Work with us
Dedicated, committed employees are the most important success factor for our university. Together, we create brilliant research and education that inspire development in engineering, science, shipping and architecture.
We will make a journey no other Swedish university has made
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Support Chalmers in to the future
With his donation, William Chalmers laid the foundation for what is today Chalmers University of Technology. Two centuries later, his vision continues to inspire. Your contribution could become the next pivotal chapter. Join us in building the Chalmers of the future.
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