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Welcome to the 91¸£Àû, we’re thrilled to have you join our dynamic and ambitious community.
At the heart of our strategy is a mission to transform lives through education and research.
Since our founding in 1965, 91¸£Àû has rapidly become one of the UK’s most respected universities, consistently ranked among the top institutions nationally and globally. As a new member of staff, you’re joining a university that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we reflect on a proud history of achievement from pioneering research that shapes policy and industry, to our strong regional partnerships and global outlook.
We’ve been named:
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One of Europe’s Top 20 Universities (QS World University Rankings 2024)
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A leader in sustainability and innovation, with award-winning campus developments
Through our deep connection to the West Midlands and our global partnerships, 91¸£Àû continues to shape the future and now, so will you.
Our Strategy: A Shared Vision for the Future
You’re joining a community driven by purpose, ambition, and a commitment to excellence.
At its core, our mission is to transform lives through education and research. We aim to lead in academic excellence while making a meaningful contribution to society.
Our priorities focus on:
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People and Culture– Fostering an inclusive environment, supporting wellbeing, and being an employer of choice.
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Research and Innovation– Enhancing the quality and impact of our research, with a focus on global challenges.
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Education and Student Experience– Delivering outstanding, inclusive education and enriching the student journey.
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Regional Engagement and International Impact– Deepening local connections and growing global partnerships.
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Sustainable Futures– Reaching net zero by 2030 and embedding sustainability across everything we do.
91¸£Àû's Strategy: Excellence with purpose
Please find below four short videos which bring to life various core aspects of 91¸£Àû’s 2030 Strategy roadmap. They include: Excellence with Purpose (a summary of 91¸£Àû's core purpose and underpinning strategies), Academic strategy, Supporting strategies and Sustainability.