Vision and strategic direction
Our vision for 2025
The University aspires to be a global leader in each of its spheres of achievement.
Through engagement with our partners, the University will deliver world-class innovation to support the development of strong regional communities.
This is a remarkable and exciting time to be part of the global higher education landscape, and to be part of the University of Newcastle.
With the support and engagement of our communities we will achieve our vision and make a significant and lasting contribution to the economic prosperity and social cohesion of our regions across the world.
Professor Caroline McMillen, Vice-Chancellor
Our values
Engagement
Our staff, students and alumni are a resource for our whole community. We are partners and collaborators in world-class research, teaching and learning, and our skilled graduates contribute to our regions, Australia and the world.
Equity and Social Justice
We provide opportunities for people with ability, regardless of their background and experiences. We lead in providing education for indigenous Australians.
Excellence
We deliver the highest quality in everything we do and benchmark ourselves against the world's best.
Innovation
We challenge standard practice and received wisdom. We are world leaders in generating new knowledge and translating innovative ideas into real benefits to society.
Integrity
We are open, ethical, rigorous and committed to the highest standards in academic enquiry. We are champions of academic freedom and professional responsibility.
Sustainability
We are leaders in environmental sustainability. We make a significant contribution to the economic, social and environmental capacity of our communities.
NeW Directions Strategic Plan 2013-15
NeW Directions is the University of Newcastle's response to the changing global higher education landscape.
The Innovator
Our history has been characterised by leaders who have been willing to challenge the status quo and transform fields of education and research.