AAU Tops Jordanian and Regional Universities in the Scimago International Ranking
Amman Arab University has secured the first place among all Jordanian and regional universities in the field of scientific research according to the 2023 international ranking, particularly Scimago. The university has been categorized in the top Q1 category, among the best global universities, with a remarkable ranking of 175 worldwide. Additionally, the Computer Science and Engineering disciplines secured the top positions in all ranking criteria among both Jordanian and regional universities.
On this occasion, Professor Dr. Mohamed Al-Widian, President of Amman Arab University, pointed out that the university's achievements are a result of the collective efforts of all staff, particularly the faculty members. He highlighted that the university has set ambitious plans aimed at improving and developing all aspects of its operations, ultimately reflecting on the quality of its graduates and ensuring an advanced position among local and regional universities, as well as achieving a prominent global ranking.
It's worth noting that the Scimago global ranking has been published since 2009 by the Scimago Research Group, based in Spain, which includes prestigious international research institutions and universities. The ranking is based on three sub-indicators: scientific research (50% weight), innovation (30% weight), and societal impact (20% weight). These criteria encompass 17 sub-indicators to accurately evaluate academic institutions. This year's ranking relies on data from the past five years, spanning from 2017 to 2021.
