We have identified the principal influences as competition, technology, communication and globalisation. Together they create the opportunities for our University's future and thus provide the essential context for our new strategic vision. Competition brings everything we do into sharper focus. It encourages us to be clear about what we do best and gives us the means to judge how well we perform. Competition between universities is stronger than ever - competition for funding, for students and for partners.
Technology informs all areas of our academic work.
It influences the development of individual disciplines and transforms the way we teach and learn. It helps us to overcome the constraints of distance and makes us more accessible. In our research, technology facilitates collaboration within and among disciplines, transcending traditional boundaries. Communication removes limitations on information and increases the potential for collaboration. It helps to bring together the public and private sectors, academia and industry.