Stockholm University ranked first in Sweden within law in Shanghai ranking

Stockholm University has secured the top position in Sweden across seven academic disciplines, according to the 2024 ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, announced in November. Among these disciplines is Law, further solidifying the university's reputation for excellence in legal research and education.

The rankings are based on scientific articles indexed in databases such as Web of Science and InCites from the period 2019–2023, along with a range of academic indicators, including research citations and international collaboration.

Stockholm University holds the top position in Sweden in the following subjects: Atmospheric Science, Earth Sciences, Economics, Environmental Science & Engineering, Law, and Sociology. In Chemistry, the university shares the first place with KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

The Faculty of Law at Stockholm University is particularly proud of this achievement, which reflects the strength of our research and our impact on both the Swedish and international legal communities. This recognition places Stockholm University at the forefront of legal education and research, underlining our commitment to advancing the discipline on a global scale.

About the ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)

ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) evaluates universities across 55 disciplines within Natural Sciences, Engineering, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, and Social Sciences. This year, more than 1,900 universities from 96 countries and regions were included in the rankings.

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Last updated: November 13, 2024

Source: Department of Law

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