University of Zululand

University of Zululand ranks #3,302 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 58.99 out of 100. It ranks #21 nationally.

| Global Rank 3302 | Overall Score 58.99 |
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Top Country #21

Top Africa #109

Top World #3,302

About University of Zululand

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The University of Zululand is a prominent institution in South Africa, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. The institution emphasizes research and practical learning, encouraging students to apply their knowledge in real-world contexts. The vibrant campus community fosters collaboration and innovation, preparing graduates to make meaningful contributions in their fields. As the university continues to evolve, it remains focused on enhancing the educational landscape of the region. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Zululand Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
58.99
Global Rank
#3,302
Regional Rank
#109
Country Rank
#21
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Zululand Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Zululand’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

65 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

62 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

60 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

55 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

54 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

58 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

60 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

52 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

55 / 100

Institutional Awards

50 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

50 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

48 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

51 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

55 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

57 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

53 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

54 / 100

Quality of Employment

56 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

53 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

52 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

54 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

50 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

47 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

43 / 100

International Student Support

47 / 100

International Students & Faculty

48 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

44 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

46 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

55 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

53 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

54 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

57 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

56 / 100

Research Output & Scale

58 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

56 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

55 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

59 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

56 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

58 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

57 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

59 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

58 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

56 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

57 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

57 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

60 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

59 / 100

Student Support Services

60 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

48 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

49 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

44 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

45 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

51 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

52 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

50 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

46 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

54 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

53 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

47 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

47 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

45 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

46 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

49 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

50 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

44 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

48 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

59 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

56 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

57 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

58 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

60 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

58 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

56 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

54 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

59 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

57 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

55 / 100

University of Zululand Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for University of Zululand

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
2016 NA #4131
2017 NA #4211
2018 NA #4211
2019 NA #3374
2020 NA #3358
2021 NA #3348
2023 53 #3772
2024 52.89 #3772
2025 56.83 #3395
2026 56.83 #3395
2027 58.99 #3302

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