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University of KwaZulu-Natal
(UKZN )
About
The new University of KwaZulu-Natal unites two major educational institutions in KwaZulu-Natal - the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville.The University of KwaZulu-Natal aims to be a truly South African university that reflects the society in which it is situated not only in terms of race, gender and class but in terms of how it structures its values and priorities and how...
The new University of KwaZulu-Natal unites two major educational institutions in KwaZulu-Natal - the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville.The University of KwaZulu-Natal aims to be a truly South African university that reflects the society in which it is situated not only in terms of race, gender and class but in terms of how it structures its values and priorities and how it responds to social needs.As an institution of higher learning, it is committed to academic excellence, innovation in research and critical engagement with society.With its vision to be the Premier University of African Scholarship, the University of KwaZulu-Natal draws inspiration from an African identity and takes seriously its responsibilities to the development of the African continent.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 424 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 55 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 33,675
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 30.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 2%
- Female : Male
- 62 : 38
- Staff
- 6,001
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
22 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining & Mineral Engineering | 51-75 | - | 2023 |
| Public Health | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Ecology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Clinical Medicine | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2020 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2020 |
| Education & Training | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Biotechnology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
QS
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Development Studies | 51-100 | - | 2025 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =344 | 62.0 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2023 |
| Biological Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2020 |
| Natural Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
US News
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Infectious Diseases | 93 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Microbiology | 150 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Immunology | 157 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Space Science | 159 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =179 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Ecology | =233 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 236 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =307 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =315 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =341 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 344 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =385 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =451 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =471 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =524 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =547 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =636 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =691 | 54.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =722 | 54.7 | 2026 |
THE
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 401–500 | 34.6 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401–500 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 401–500 | 33.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 501–600 | 37.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of KwaZulu-Natal?
University of KwaZulu-Natal's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =558, THE Rank 501–600, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =424.
When was University of KwaZulu-Natal founded?
University of KwaZulu-Natal was founded in 2004.
What are the top subjects at University of KwaZulu-Natal?
Top subjects at University of KwaZulu-Natal include: Mining & Mineral Engineering, Development Studies, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Microbiology.
Where is University of KwaZulu-Natal located?
University of KwaZulu-Natal is located in Durban, South Africa.