The mission of the University of Southampton is to change the world for the better
It is an exceptional place whose people achieve remarkable things. They are a world-leading, research-intensive university, with a strong educational offering, renowned for their innovation and enterprise. This is a great platform from which to sharpen the focus with the new strategy, that is very simple and it´s about:
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- building the reputation.
- being simply better than the competitors at what they do.
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They want to strengthen their reputation, increasing their national and international rankings to secure a position in the top 10 in the UK and top 100 internationally. They are confident that their ranking increases their reputation, and their reputation increases the ranking. Moreover, the University knows that a reputation for delivering excellence and an exemplary student experience will lead to greater demand from the best student applicants, sustained support from research funders and strong support from their alumni.
There are three supporting strategies underpinning the University strategy, and these are as follows:
- Education strategy
their vision is that they will be internationally recognised for the quality of their education. They will attract highly qualified students from across the world and offer them a vibrant and transformative experience. They will work as partners with their students to enable them to develop their ambitions, fulfil their potential and make a positive contribution to the world.
- Research and Enterprise strategy
their vision for research is that they will consolidate their position as a world-leading research-intensive university, increasing their profile for generating knowledge and technologies that have economic and social benefits for the world. They will produce high quality research and, through their distinctive interdisciplinary approach, focus on addressing society’s greatest challenges.
- International strategy
their international vision is that they will be a leading global institution, enhanced by select high-value partnerships, with global reach in education and research that leads to real-world impact. The University will attract world-class talent, support its communities, and celebrate its diversity.
Team Leaders involved: