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The University of Oxford has secured the top place in the QS World University Rankings 2025 in three subjects: English Language and Literature, Physiology and Geography.

Oxford skyline: Radcliffe Camera and All Souls College © Halbergman, GettyImages

The Faculty of English has topped the ranking for the ninth consecutive year. This year’s English Language and Literature ranking includes 350 universities with University of Cambridge joining Oxford in the number one position.

Professor Simon Horobin, Chair of the English Faculty Board, commented: ‘I’m delighted that Oxford’s English Faculty has topped the QS University rankings for the ninth consecutive year. It’s wonderful to see the exceptional research, teaching, learning and support carried out by our faculty, staff and students being recognised in this way.’

The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics is placed number one for six consecutive years, top of over 170 universities included in this year’s rankings.

Professor David Paterson, Head of the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, said: ‘Congratulations again to all the academics, post-doctoral fellows, researchers, graduate students and professional support staff for defying academic gravity and maintaining our top spot for six years in a row. I am very proud of your performance.’

 

Read the full story on the University of Oxford website.