Vision 2041: Our approach
This ambition will be delivered through an adaptive strategic plan, with implementation phases designed to enable Surrey to respond to new opportunities and emerging risks with continued agility and positivity.
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Our mission, vision, values and ambitionStrategy focus areas
While these strategy components are interdependent and complementary, they are set out here separately to enable clear articulation of the goals and ambitions around each.
Delivering across all aspects of this ambitious strategy will position Surrey as a university that not only excels in research and education but also makes an outstanding contribution to society both through knowledge exchange and the impact of our exceptional graduates.
Transformative research and innovation
The University has an impressive heritage in finding solutions to challenging real-world problems. The vision for 2041 is for Surrey to build upon these deep foundations, to be recognised internationally as a hub for game-changing innovation, delivering excellence in research in close collaboration with our commercial and governmental partnership network.
Through ambitious development of the research, innovation and enterprise ecosystem, we will deliver real-world impact. The Institutes, built on recognised disciplinary research excellence and areas of national and international priority, are designed to nurture interdisciplinary collaboration and disruptive innovation, and are a platform from which to grow our impact on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in partnership with local communities, agencies and governments.
Exceptional student experience and education
We aim to create a dynamic, creative and transformative learning environment that not only meets the needs of students but also sets new standards in higher education.
Through this approach to curriculum design, we believe all our graduates will have the ‘Surrey advantage’ that sets them apart from other graduates – a synergistic combination of the attributes of global and cultural intelligence, digital capabilities, knowledge and skills, sustainability, employability, resilience and resourcefulness.
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Partnerships for success
To succeed, we recognise that the University of Surrey cannot work in isolation. We will work through, and with, carefully developed partnerships built on shared goals to bring the collective strengths and capabilities to the widest set of problems and communities as possible.
Success will see Surrey acting as a catalyst connecting organisations and talent, creating opportunities and improving society.
Talented people and inclusive community
Our community, both staff and student, is central to our mission. We therefore place great value on developing their skills and aspirations within a diverse and inclusive environment.
Success will see us creating a fulfilling environment where everyone can achieve their potential. Building on our strong community ethos, we will work in partnership with staff and students to strengthen a community identity that fosters pride and belonging whilst championing diversity, inclusivity and wellbeing.
Cutting-edge infrastructure
Our vision is to create a dynamic, pioneering campus that stands as a destination for education and research, characterised by its sustainable, digitally integrated environment.
We aim to create a destination campus for staff and students and an environment that cultivates a sense of belonging, encourages intellectual curiosity, and is a place where concepts of innovation, adaptability and sustainability are not only taught but are lived experiences.
Sustainable growth and financial capacity
Surrey will grow beyond its current borders, to drive forward a clear objective to be an internationally recognised institution. Through this period of growth, Surrey will increase its financial resilience, creating the capacity to invest sustainably in its people and its facilities, while maintaining the quality of its education and research.
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