PolyU Nursing continues to stand as one of Hong Kong’s leading institutions for nursing education, according to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject (Nursing) 2026. The School’s nursing programme has shown consistent advancement across multiple global benchmarks, reaching 18th worldwide, ranking second in Hong Kong, and securing a top position among nursing schools in Asia.
Prof. Janelle YORKE, Chair Professor of Nursing and Head of the School of Nursing at PolyU, stated, “These rankings reflect the School’s internationally recognised strengths in nursing research, leadership, and clinical practice. Our continued rise demonstrates that our faculty and students are truly driving meaningful contributions to the nursing profession—enhancing the health and wellbeing of people in Hong Kong and far beyond. We remain committed to attracting the most capable and promising talent to our nursing programmes. Through deep partnerships with industry across education, research, and patient care, we empower our students to grow into the visionary nursing leaders of the future. I extend my sincere appreciation and congratulations to our dedicated academic staff for creating an enriching and supportive learning environment, and for producing innovative, practice-transforming research.”
The QS World University Rankings by Subject identify the world’s top-performing universities across a wide range of academic disciplines. They serve as a guide for prospective students seeking leading institutions in their chosen fields, with results based on academic reputation, employer reputation, and research impact.
Data source: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-subject-rankings/nursing
