University of Plymouth - Faculty of Science

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Our Mission Statement
To be a University of excellence serving the region, which:

-delivers teaching and research to world-class standards
-fosters scholarship and culture
-develops responsible students capable of critical reasoning and practical action
-is open and accessible
-is an effective community working in partnership with others

The University is committed to the discovery, transmission, dissemination and application of knowledge and good practice in an environment which fully supports the freedom of intellectual inquiry, of creativity, and of professional development.

Capability
The University is committed to developing capable and adaptable graduates who

-are independent and rational thinkers
-have employment and life skills
-are sensitive to environmental and social needs
-can work collaboratively
-are equipped for lifelong learning

Community
The University is committted to the well-being of its staff and students, and to the personal and professional development in a culture of trust and equality of opportunity. As a community, we will

-be responsive to the needs and aspirations of others
-demonstrate a sense of social responsibility
-work collaboratively with others in our region and beyond

Accessibility
The University will strive to maximise educational opportunities for all able to benefit, and will provide courses which are flexible in entry requirements, in modes of attendance and in level, and which allow progression.

Effectiveness
The University will be effective in all that it undertakes, seeking value for money, having regard for the environment, and striving through good management to make sustainable use of our human, physical, technological and fiscal resources.

Quality
The University will strive for the highest quality and standards in teaching and research, in support of students, in all our other activities, and in our working environment.