Following a period of consultation with the University community, including academic and professional services staff, and approval by Senate and Council, the University Plan 2015-20 now been published.

The new Plan’s key objective is to secure the University’s position as a top 20 university, and for it to be a globally recognised research institution by 2020.

The Plan comes at a time when there have been significant step-changes in Kent’s national standing and research achievement. There is much to be proud of and I would like to thank all members of staff for their contributions to this success.

It builds on what were the achievements of the previous University Plan 2012-15, and focuses on three main strategic objectives: Research, Education and Engagement. Within each objective, we have set ambitious but quantifiable targets which each school and professional service department will be expected to work towards delivering as part of their own strategic objectives.

There is no doubt we are facing challenging times, but we are committed to protecting our reputation as collegial university.

This Plan sets the direction for the next five years for all members of staff, and I would urge you to read it.  Hard copies are available from Corporate Communications (ext 4343, communications@kent.ac.uk)

David Nightingale
Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor