Our values
The University of Glasgow has a clear mission:
to undertake world-leading research and to provide an intellectually stimulating learning environment, thus delivering benefits to culture, society and the economy.
Our mission informs everything we do. But we also share a set of values – integrity, credibility, openness and success. These define the way we work.
What can you expect from us?
Integrity
Our integrity means that we’re committed to truth, fairness and respect. It also goes some way to explain how our many thousands of staff, students and collaborators work together and fit together to make something unique and whole. Put simply – because we co-operate, we can offer more.
Credibility
Across the world, people look to us for leadership in learning and research. Our credibility is built on innovation, on academic rigour, and on the way we work together to find creative solutions to the problems facing mankind today. This means that if you choose to work or study with us, you can gain from the passion and expertise of some of the world’s leading researchers.
Openness
We know that it’s possible to be in the world’s top 1% of universities without being elitist. Being part of Glasgow isn’t about fitting some sort of criteria. It’s about what you want to achieve and who you want to be. We embrace diversity, and we value and respect the contributions of all of our colleagues and students.
Success
We believe in striving towards a goal and achieving it; in realising ambition through honest hard work, commitment and determination. Every day we’re making progress, every day we’re achieving more, and we’ll support you to do the same.
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