Beginning with its 2024 rankings, QS implemented three new indicators to reflect the shifts in higher education, each of which accounts for 5% of the total weightage:

• International Research Network, primarily referencing an institution's ability to create and sustain research partnerships and worldwide collaboration networks.
• Employment Outcomes, reflecting an institution's ability to ensure a high level of employability for their graduates.
• Sustainability, reflecting an institution's ability to demonstrate a sustainable existence.