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2.1.2. Our Vision, Mission and Values
2.1.2. Our Vision, Mission and Values
VISION
The University of the Witwatersrand aspires to be a leading world-class research-intensive University firmly embedded among international top league universities by 2022.
MISSION
The mission of the University of the Witwatersrand is to grow its global stature as a leading research-intensive University and a gateway to research engagement and intellectual achievement in Africa. This it will achieve by building on the principles of intellectual excellence, international competitiveness and local relevance. As an institution built on principles of intellectual excellence, we are committed to providing high-quality, internationally competitive education, founded on high academic standards, cutting-edge research, public engagement, and productive partnerships with leading institutions throughout the world.
VALUES
The legacy of the University’s successes is founded on values that we are not willing to compromise on. These are:
ACADEMIC FREEDOM AND INSTITUTIONAL AUTONOMY ACCOUNTABILITY COLLEGIALITY
DEBATE AND CRITICAL ENGAGEMENT DIVERSITY INDEPENDENT ENQUIRY AND TRUST
INTELLECTUAL EXCELLENCE AND INTEGRITY INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT AND RESPONSIVENESS
