Ranking Advisory Board
The AppliedHE Ranking Advisory Board provides guidance about the development of Ranking projects and ensures transparency, independence and scientific rigour.
Our Commitment
The AppliedHE Ranking Advisory Board provides critical guidance about the development of Ranking projects.
"The board operates independently of AppliedHE and provides opinions both when requested and upon its own initiative."
This independent oversight ensures that our methodologies meet the highest international standards for transparency and scientific independence.
Prof Dr Maurits van Rooijen
Chief Academic Officer, Global University Systems and Rector
University of Europe for Applied Sciences Germany
Prof Dr Syed Amir Gilani
Professor in the Department of Medical Diagnostic Imaging within the College of Health Sciences
University of Sharjah
Dr Nico Jooste
Founding Member and Director of the African Centre for Higher Education Internationalisation
Dr Conrado E. Inigo JR
Vice Chairman
Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA)
In Memoriam
Kevin Downing
Kevin Downing was more than a friend to AppliedHE — he was one of those rare individuals whose presence made every conversation brighter, every gathering more engaging, and every challenge feel a little lighter. With his sharp wit, commanding voice, and remarkable gift for words, Kevin had the rare ability to inform, inspire, and entertain all at once. He stood by AppliedHE with generosity and belief, especially in the early days when such support mattered most. We remain deeply grateful for his friendship, his faith in our work, and the joy he brought to every stage he stepped onto.
His memory will live on, always cherished and never forgotten.
Independent
Peer Review
AppliedHE believes that higher education rankings must be more than just data collection. They must be a transparent reflection of institutional quality, verified by independent experts who understand the complexities of global academia.