BELLS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY MOVES UP IN THE TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION RANKING FOR SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA UNIVERSITIES
Bells University of Technology, Ota, has achieved another milestone in its journey toward academic excellence, securing the 41st position in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings 2024.
In the rankings released on Wednesday, November 11, 2024, by the World Universities Insights, headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Bells University of Technology advanced from its previous 50–60 bracket to claim the 41st spot among its Sub-Saharan African peers.
This ranking evaluates universities across five critical pillars: access and fairness, Africa impact, teaching skills, student engagement, and resources and finances. Only 44 universities in Nigeria met the stringent criteria for inclusion in the rankings this year, with Bells University significantly solidifying its position among the top 50. Notably, the institution shares this esteemed rank with the University of Venda in South Africa.
The Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings, launched on 23rd April 2023, represents a pioneering effort by the World University Rankings body (THE) to address the unique challenges faced by higher education institutions within the region. This ranking framework delves into themes such as teaching quality, regional impact, financial sustainability, and the mitigation of inequality, offering universities actionable insights to enhance their academic and operational frameworks.
Reflecting on this remarkable achievement, the Vice-Chancellor of Bells University expressed profound gratitude to the university’s dedicated staff, students, and stakeholders, acknowledging their pivotal role in this success. He reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to its vision: “To become a world-renowned university dedicated to the development and transformation of society through eco-friendly technology and innovation.”
This latest accomplishment underscores Bells University’s unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and societal impact, as it continues to chart a course toward global recognition.