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One University

We will build a diverse community of staff and students from a broad range of backgrounds, demographics and cultures, and create an inclusive, supportive and collaborative environment in which they can succeed and flourish.

Our priorities

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Collaborative & supportive culture

We will foster a collaborative culture where staff and students are all active participants in the success of the University.

Collaborative & supportive culture

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Diversity & Inclusion

We will build a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone. Our culture should ensure all members of the University community feel they belong and are treated with respect.

Diversity & Inclusion

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Wellbeing

We will create a positive environment that supports and encourages the wellbeing of our staff and students, whilst empowering individuals to be responsible for their own wellbeing.

Wellbeing

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Sustainability

We will aim to be one of the most environmentally sustainable research-intensive universities in the country, ensuring that
sustainability runs through everything we do: the education we provide for our students; the world-class research and innovation we carry out; and our campus operations and local environment.

Sustainability

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Philanthropy

We will launch the University’s first multi-million-pound fundraising and engagement campaign, to increase and diversify philanthropic income and help create a sense of belonging and participation amongst our staff, students and alumni.

Philanthropy