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Vision

Our vision is to be one of the most influential universities in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Mission

The mission of Griffith University is to engage in outstanding scholarship that makes a major contribution to society and to produce groundbreaking research. Students will be provided with an excellent education and the capacity to use knowledge gained to exercise influence and make meaningful life-long contributions to their communities

Statement of Values and Commitments

In pursuit of our vision and mission the University is committed to:

  • Rigorous standards of scholarship
  • Positively influencing our communities through our teaching, research and scholarly activities
  • Recognising our location in the Asia-Pacific and deepening our engagement with the region
  • Bringing disciplines together to address the key issues of our time
  • Promoting the respect of individual rights and ethical standards
  • Participatory decision-making and problem solving
  • Contributing to a robust, equitable and environmentally sustainable society
  • Recognising and valuing diversity
  • Recognising the unique place of First Peoples in Australian history and culture, and enabling their continued contribution to the nation

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