History, Classics and Archaeology recognised in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025

We’re delighted that the University of Edinburgh has been ranked 10th in the world for Arts and Humanities in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.

The QS World University Rankings by Subject assess the University’s performance across 5 broad subject areas and 47 individual subject areas. Here’s a quick snapshot of how History, Classics and Archaeology has performed:

World Top 20:

- History

World Top 30: 

- Archaeology

- Classics and Ancient History 

We’re incredibly proud of our academic community’s contributions and the recognition we’ve received on the world stage. Learn more and find out where other specific CAHSS subjects rank below.

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