What is independent thinking, shared ambition?
At the heart of our University lies a simple yet powerful idea: Independent thinking. Shared ambition. This is our golden thread that runs through everything we do and reflects who we are as an organisation.
Independent thinking
Challenging accepted paradigms and conventional wisdom, thinking critically and creatively, problem-solving and independence of mindset. Independent thinking is fundamental to the University of Sheffield experience.
Shared ambition
Collaboration and unity, belonging and community, respect for difference with the commitment to the delivery of a common goal. Shared ambition is at the heart of our University.
Independent thinking. Shared ambition
Distinct from one another, Independent thinking and shared ambition, are clear strengths. But together they have the power to transform lives and shape the world we live in.
This is the brand proposition that represents who we are and what we stand for as an organisation – a world top 100 university where independent thinkers come together in pursuit of a shared ambition.