Guildhall School ranked in the top five institutions in the world for Music and Performing Arts in the QS World University Rankings 2024

Guildhall School of Music & Drama has been ranked fourth in the world for Music and risen to fifth in the world for Performing Arts in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

This year Music has been included in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for the first time, with rankings for each subject based upon both academic and employer reputation.

Principal Professor Jonathan Vaughan said: 

“I am delighted that Guildhall School has continued its success in rising to the top five in the world in the QS World University Rankings for Performing Arts, and equally pleased that we are fourth in the world in the first ever Music rankings. This recognition is a testament to the commitment and expertise of our exceptional staff and teachers, and underscores Guildhall’s position as a global leader in creative and professional practice. It is the quality of the School’s training and research that attracts talented students from around the world, becoming part of our vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London.”

Guildhall School is consistently recognised for its world-class professional training, and was ranked number one in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide 2024, as well as topping the Guardian University Guide music league table for the past two years.

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