4. Partnerships

By building strong partnerships with regional and national employers, we will develop a deep understanding of their skills requirements and workforce needs. We will develop our academic portfolio in response to this, including in ways which directly support employers, such as degree apprenticeships and flexible learning delivery. We will build on our role as a major provider of professional education delivering teachers, nurses, social workers, and many other health and public services professionals. We will deliver outstanding graduates to meet the needs of the growing professional services sector in the region. We will develop opportunities for entrepreneurial growth and development by working with businesses across the region to support a vibrant and thriving business community.

We will establish a central-Winchester presence to provide expert support and advice from our academic and professional services staff for local employers, organisations and individuals. We will grow our work with the cultural sector and the public services, including health and education, enhancing the University’s cultural, social, and economic impact.

We will continue to develop our strong partnership working with our students and Student Union, creating more opportunities for collaborative working, co-creation and innovation. As we develop our areas of professional education, we will also grow our knowledge exchange and consultancy contribution to regional professional communities.

1. Embed collaborative working & co-creation

2. Create clear pathways through & into higher education

3. Establish innovative ways of developing & delivering courses with FE partners

4. Develop strong & productive international partnerships

5. Enable & encourage students to explore other countries & cultures

6. Grow as an anchor institution, building understanding & responding to regional needs

7. Develop & equip our graduates to meet workforce needs

8. Work with business to create a successful vibrant & entrepreneurial business community

9. Contribute to a flourishing cultural life in the region

10. Grow our knowledge exchange & consultancy contribution