World's #253. Top 1% Globally.

 

#1 Private University in Malaysia and Southeast Asia

 

Taylor’s vision for the future has always been clear: becoming a global leader in innovative teaching, research, and knowledge transfer.

 

Leaping over 350 ranks since 2019 to #253 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, we are among the top 1% of elite universities globally. We are also one of Asia's Top 30 universities and the #1 Private University in Southeast Asia, rising to #27 in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026.

 

But what sets us apart? It’s not a secret, but rather our Taylor’sphere community – educators, industry titans, partner universities, and more. Together, we continue to raise a generation of impact makers through real-world experiences to graduate in demand, pioneer solutions, and transcend limits.

 

Thank you for rising with us.

Come join us for Taylor’s Personalised Counselling

 

Missed our Open Day? Join our Personalised Counselling Sessions on 4, 11, 18, and 25 April 2026 to explore your study options, learn about scholarships, and discover what it’s like to study at an institution ranked among Asia’s Top 30 and the World’s Top 1%.

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QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS BY SUBJECT 2026 QS ASIA UNIVERSITY RANKINGS QS GlOBAL MBA RANKINGS 2026 QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS QS GRADUATE EMPLOYABILITY RANKINGS

Taylor’s University continues to maintain a strong global presence, with 20 subjects ranked in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 — the most among SEA and Malaysia’s private universities. 

 

Significant achievements in the world rankings include:

 

  • Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
  • Accounting & Finance
  • Architecture / Built Environment
  • Social Sciences & Management
  • Economics & Econometrics
  • Computer Science & Information Systems
  • Pharmacy & Pharmacology
  • Arts & Humanities
  • Engineering & Technology
  • Education
  • Engineering – Electrical & Electronic
  • Engineering – Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing
  • Medicine

 

Taylor’s University is also:

Top 30 in The World

for Hospitality and Management

Top 100 in The World

for Art and Design

Top 100 in The World

for Marketing

Top 150 in The World

for Business and Management Studies

But does it matter? 

 

More than mere numbers, the rankings testify to our focus on exceptional teaching, research excellence, and cultivating the Taylor'sphere community with a wealth of industry titans as partners and industry-specific real-world experiences. All with the purpose of powering your knowledge, advancing together to become the best university for the world.

Taylor’s University continues its remarkable ascent, breaking into the Top 30 universities in Asia. The University is now ranked 27th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026. This achievement not only cements Taylor’s position as Southeast Asia’s leading private university for the fifth consecutive year but also affirms its growing influence as one of the region’s most progressive and future-focused institutions.

Taylor’s MBA has been ranked among the world’s top 131–140 and placed 20th in Asia in the 2026 QS Global MBA Rankings. Most notably, it is now recognised as the No. 1 MBA programme in Malaysia, cementing Taylor’s University’s position as the national leader in postgraduate business education. With outstanding strengths in graduate employability, entrepreneurship, and diversity, our MBA equips graduates with real-world credibility to become visionary leaders and drive transformative change across industries.

Our prestige in Malaysia, Southeast Asia and the World

 

Taylor’s University continues to sustain its strong performance in the QS league table, receiving a global rank of 253. This places us among the top 1% of elite universities globally. Notably, the university ranks #34 in the world for international students and #92 for employer reputation.

 

From widely cited research to highly sought-after graduates, our commitment to educational excellence has made a mark. We are deeply grateful for the support and dedication of our academics, industry partners, students, and their families, whose contributions have been instrumental in our journey.