Ratings explained: Staff Qualifications
The Good Universities Guide is committed to educating its audience about the importance of our university rankings and ratings, which are crucial for informing prospective students about their education options. Over the next few months, we will be going through each rating individually and highlighting the institutions that are excelling in this area.
What are Staff Qualifications?
The Staff Qualifications rating represents the proportion of academic staff who hold a Ph.D, Doctorate by research or Doctorate by coursework.
Why does this matter to me?
At every university, students will encounter highly qualified academics at the cutting edge of their field but it's important to consider other factors that cannot be easily measured, such as industry experience.
Which university led the way for Staff Qualifications?
Australian National University was the top performer when it came to Staff Qualifications, leading all comers with a score of 88 per cent.
What other institutions performed well for Staff Qualifications?
| University | Staff Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Australian National University | 88% |
| University of Queensland | 86% |
| Monash University | 84% |
| RMIT University | 82% |
| University of Canberra | 82% |
| University of New South Wales | 82% |
| University of Wollongong | 81% |
| Griffith University | 81% |
