KAUST ranks among world’s top 100 in eight subjects, leads Saudi Arabia in four

21 April, 2026

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) continues to showcase academic excellence in disciplines critical to the future of Saudi Arabia and the world. 

In the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, KAUST ranks No. 1 in Saudi Arabia for materials science, chemistry, natural sciences, and electrical engineering. 

“These results reflect the dedication of our community, including our students, and the contribution KAUST continues to make across science and engineering,” said President Sir Edward Byrne AC. “They are also a reflection of our academic excellence and our mission to advance science where it matters most, in Saudi Arabia and globally.” 

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