IREG 2020 Beijing Conference

University rankings in the time of uncertainty

For almost two decades, the annual IREG conferences have played the role of an independent, global forum on the state of arts in the field of academic rankings. Higher education is now in the process of deep changes in a way it functions. This new situation will certainly affect the world of university rankings. The IREG 2020 Beijing Conference (online) will examine changes, that will come to the academic rankings as the result of the Covid-19 impact on higher education.

Many indicators in ranking methodology will become less important while some new will appear. To answer questions on the future of rankings, IREG Observatory has invited those directly involved in the construction of rankings to share their views on the impending changes.  We have also invited outstanding international experts to voice their opinion on the changes that are likely to affect rankings methodology.

If you are interested in university rankings please register (free) for the IREG 2020 Beijing Conference (virtual) – University rankings in the time of uncertainty 20 October 2020. We encourage you to send questions about rankings to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and we will ask panelists at the Conference to answer them.