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UWE Bristol Strategy 2020
Advancing knowledge, inspiring
people, transforming futures
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UWE BRISTOL STRATEGY 2020
Contents
Page 2 Vice-Chancellor’s Introduction
Page 4 UWE Bristol Strategy 2020
Page 11 Work-stream 1: Outstanding learning
Page 12 Work-stream 2: Ready and able graduates
Page 13 Work-stream 3: Research with impact
Page 14 Work-stream 4: Strategic partnerships,
connections and networks
Page 15 Key enabler 1: People: performance
and development
Page 16 Key enabler 2: Place: resources, estate
and infrastructure
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Vice-Chancellor’s
Introduction
This strategy sets out a confident and
ambitious future for UWE Bristol. It
maps out the journey we must take to
ensure our graduates and staff are well
positioned for the future.
It builds on our academic heritage, strengths and achievements
to date; it places the student experience and engagement at the
heart of our thinking; and it places our academic focus on the
delivery of outstanding learning and teaching which is practice-
oriented, professionally recognised and informed by high-impact
research and scholarship.
We must compete with the best and be the best in the areas
we prioritise. In doing so we differentiate this University and
maximise our potential in what is a fast-moving, unpredictable
and competitive global environment, where:
• Student choice will continue to be more empowered excellent research-informed learning opportunities will continue to
define our position going forward.
• Student demand and diversity will continue to shift
We realise we are on a journey and that there is still more to do to
• Digital technologies will revolutionise what we do and how we achieve the ambitions we set out in our previous strategic plan.
do it at every level of the organisation Our 2020 strategy will ensure we continue to progress our journey
• Strong connectivity and networks with businesses and the and move forward with renewed purpose, clarity and focus;
professions will be critical to create opportunities and we will act decisively and confidently as we invest in excellence.
economic growth We will respond to and shape market demands. We will seize
the opportunities that support our ambitions. We will work with
• UWE Bristol and the city-region will compete as a global employers, practitioners and professional bodies to develop suites of
University and city, in a global knowledge economy focused on programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level, full-time and
research, creativity, innovation and excellence. part-time. We will continue to invest in and prioritise research and
For UWE Bristol, higher education is about developing knowledge scholarship that is world-class, and we will support staff to engage
and skills, expanding the mind and cultural awareness, and in the scholarship that underpins our research-informed curricula.
instilling a thirst for new knowledge and its creation – a The balance between research, scholarship and learning will
thirst and passion which runs throughout people’s lives. The continue to inform our investment plans - in our people and in our
outstanding learning experience that we generate supports the estate. We will continue to prioritise our commitment to supporting
development of innovative, creative and courageous graduates healthy living and improving the environment and planet, to build
who are passionate about their subject and curious to grow their healthy and sustainable futures.
knowledge and skills through critical enquiry and application.
Over the past three years we have focused on developing
opportunities through our strategic partnerships and networks, There is real passion, energy and
alongside the implementation of significant structural and commitment at UWE Bristol to maximise our
business change. Our primary aim has been, and continues to be,
to support the delivery of an outstanding learner experience. potential. We are facing new challenges,
Through our strategic partnerships and networks we are both local and global, with confidence as
transforming and expanding learner opportunities, strengthening
our reputation, and enhancing the global standing, health,
we enter a phase of sustained investment.
sustainability and prosperity of UWE Bristol and the Bristol I am proud to lead this creative and
city-region.
forward-thinking University with ambition
We are increasingly known for how we connect with our regional
economy and communities and how we work in partnership with and confidence for the future.
organisations across the globe. In particular, we are recognised for
our commitment to inclusivity, social justice and equality Professor Steve West
of opportunity.
Vice-Chancellor and CEO
Through our success, we have made sure that UWE Bristol is
in a strong position to thrive now and in the future. Our UWE Bristol
connectivity, engagement and commitment to delivering
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Project Zulu
Project Zulu and UWE Bristol, working together in partnership,
recently brought a number of school children from
Sithobelumthetho Primary School, Madadeni Township,
South Africa, to the UK to raise funds to install solar panels
on the roof of their school. Over £15,000 was raised through
two weeks of scheduled performances across the
UK, including singing, drumming and dancing in
front of audiences of up to 2,000 people. Each
year, UWE Education students visit the school on
teaching placements as part of a longstanding
Watch the
relationship established by the Department. Project Zulu film
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Our core purpose is
advancing knowledge,
inspiring people,
transforming
futures
These are not just words – they are
lived through the actions, behaviours,
achievements and ambition of all
those who learn and work at, or
with, UWE Bristol.
This strategy sets out how our core
purpose will steer us through the
years ahead.
Our ambition
To thrive in this environment, our ambition is
to be known nationally and internationally as the
best University for:
n P rofessionally recognised and practice-oriented
programmes, which contribute to an outstanding learning
experience and generate excellent graduate employment
opportunities and outcomes for all students
n C
onnecting and working with our local and regional economy, businesses
and communities and international partners to advance knowledge, and to
advance the health, sustainability and prosperity of our locality and region
n B
eing digitally advanced, agile and responsive in the way we work, embracing
and leading change to create new sustainable opportunities
n Being inclusive and global in outlook and approach.
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OUR PRIORITIES FOR ACTION
We will focus our activities on four priorities:
1 OUTSTANDING LEARNING: All our students experiencing engaging and outstanding learning, teaching and support
services throughout their student journey, fully utilising advances in technology to support their academic, professional
and social growth and development
2 READY AND ABLE GRADUATES: Graduates ready and able to realise their full potential, make a positive contribution
to society and their chosen field of employment or further study, and play their full part in the development of a
sustainable global society and knowledge economy
3 RESEARCH WITH IMPACT: World-class performance in selected areas of research that meets the needs of a sustainable
economy and society, and feeds the scholarship and enquiry that underpins our learning and teaching
4 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS, CONNECTIONS AND NETWORKS: Strategic partnerships, connections and networks
that differentiate our academic activity and enhance the global reputation, health, sustainability and prosperity of the
University, Bristol and its city-region.
These priorities are in keeping with our core purpose, respond to the external environment, build on our strengths, and will
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help us to achieve our ambition.
There are two key enabling strategies that are critical to support the delivery of excellence across each of these
four priorities:
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1 PEOPLE: PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
2
PLACE: RESOURCES, ESTATE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
94% of graduates are in work or further study.
(Which? University Guide 2012)
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Supporting water Staff and students from Geography and
Environmental Management are working with
security in Africa a range of partners on an integrated approach
to the problem of providing abundant and clean
water supplies for poor communities in Uganda.
Oscar McLaughlin, an undergraduate student
from the Department, recently spent six months
working on the project in Uganda as part of his
studies, funded by our ‘Better Together’ scheme.
A further four students will be visiting Uganda Find out more
later this year to extend this work. about research in
Geography and
Environmental
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THE WAY WE WORK
At UWE Bristol, to advance our core purpose, ambition and priorities we will
support our staff and students to work and live in a sustainable way and be
known for:
• Striving to be the best
• Working together to create opportunities and solutions
• Respecting all
• Deciding effectively
• Being active life long learners
• Being proud of the University
WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
OUR STUDENTS
Of particular importance is how we raise aspirations and inspire and
engage with our students across each of our priorities:
• utstanding learning – building on our sector-leading student
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representation structure to work in partnership with our students across
the University’s decision making bodies, helping to inform the actions we
take, including development of the curricula
• eady and able graduates – ensuring that the learning and skills
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developed through the extra-curricular activities provided by either the
University or the Students’ Union inform students’ academic and personal
development. We will work in partnership with our students to successfully
showcase their achievements and demonstrate what it means to be a
UWE Bristol graduate
• trategic partnerships, connections and networks – working together
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with the Students’ Union to ensure that the extra-curricular opportunities
we offer enable our students to make a positive difference to society
• esearch with impact – providing our students with opportunities to
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engage with and contribute to research conducted within the institution,
ensuring that it supports an outstanding learning experience.
We will, with the Students’ Union, recognise and celebrate the positive
contributions of our students to the experience of their peers, development
of the University and to the wider community.
Celebrating our
student talent
Curv
enta
and S We are extremely proud of our students’
ieme
ns
achievements and the journeys they take
as they pursue their future careers
BLOODHOUND SSC and passions. Each year
we celebrate with students
from Creative Industries and
BLOODHOUND SSC will attempt to be the first
Environment and Technology as
land vehicle to achieve 1000mph, significantly
they exhibit their final year work
breaking all former land speed records. We are View our 2013
through our hugely popular Degree Show
proud to be part of this exciting engineering galleries
Degree Shows.
adventure which aims to inspire the next Visit the
BLOODHOUND
generation of 21st century engineers. SSC website PAGE 7
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Bristol Robotics Laboratory
– at the forefront of
multi-disciplinary
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robotics research
BRL is a unique collaboration that
harnesses the collective strengths
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of its university partners, and brings
together the best expertise from industry
and the academic community to spearhead
Britain’s efforts to be a world leader
in modern advanced robotics.
David Willetts,
Minister for Universities and Science, 2012 Visit BRL’s website
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Photographer: Joanne de Nobriga www.spiritheartphotography.com
Appearance matters
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I am determined and motivated to The Centre for Appearance Research (CAR)
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create positive outcomes from my is a centre of excellence which focuses
personal tragedy. I am passionate about world-leading psychological and
helping to educate as wide an audience as interdisciplinary research and practice into
possible about the psychological appearance, disfigurement, body image
effects of living with a disfigurement. and related areas. Motivated by the desire
Naomi Milward, 41, injured in a road accident in to see greater acceptance of differences
Kenya in 2002.
in appearance as well as the achievement
of meaningful change in healthcare
provision, their work extends knowledge
and understanding in areas such as burns,
cleft and lip palate, cancer, cosmetic
surgery and general dissatisfaction with
appearance within society.
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A 21st century University
Our ambitious master plan will transform Frenchay The new UWE Stadium is the future home of Bristol Rovers Football
Campus over the next ten years. It follows the Club. This unique partnership will bring first class facilities and
purchase of 70 acres of land adjoining the Campus opportunities to the University and the region. With the football club’s
from Hewlett-Packard in 2008. The new Frenchay investment of around £40m to build the new stadium, it will provide
Campus will create a vibrant and attractive estate student internship and employment opportunities, a banqueting suite, Find out more
teaching space, sports and coaching facilities and real world teaching about our
which is integrated with our local communities and future plans
has sustainable transport networks. experiences for students on relevant degrees.
THE ROAD TO 2020
As we work towards our 2020 ambition, based on • The development of new learning and teaching The journey to 2020 will be a
our four priorities, we will see: delivery modes for both on and off Campus, complex one; with demographic,
including problem based learning and interactive political, economic, environmental
• A £200m planned investment in our estate, on-line learning and technological changes ahead,
infrastructure and staff to further advance our • An increase in reputation enhancing and at a global and national level,
learning, teaching, scholarship and internationally commercially attractive transnational, international all having an impact on how we
recognised research and part-time opportunities to maximise our reach operate and the actions we need to
• The University concentrate its academic provision and impact, based on quality and market-demand take to achieve our ambitions.
on programmes that are market responsive and • A consolidation of our practice-oriented Our approach to planning will
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have a professional and practice-oriented focus, continuous professional development, take a long and medium-term
with demonstrable partnership activity, impact postgraduate taught and postgraduate research view, to focus and prioritise our
and potential provision, to support our impact on the regional activities, ensuring accountability,
• The introduction of a ‘real world’ experience for knowledge-based economies and our world-class responsibility and reward, whilst also
all our students – eg an internship, placement, research and scholarship encouraging the innovation and
project-work, show-casing, volunteering and/or • A review and targeted investment in our research agility that is essential to deliver our
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community outreach experience priorities in light of our strengths and impact. ambition for UWE Bristol in 2020.
Our Team Entrepreneurship course is an exciting new approach to studying and
learning about business. Working in teams, students set-up and run their own
companies, finding and competing for real projects for real organisations and
generating profits for their business. courses.uwe.ac.uk/N191
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Work-stream 1:
Outstanding learning
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
All our students 1. Outstanding staff supported in the provision of a Overall satisfaction
experiencing engaging high quality, relevant and engaging practice-oriented in the National
and outstanding learning, learning experience, both on and off Campus and Student Survey
teaching and support for all learners, (full-time, part-time, undergraduate,
services throughout postgraduate, work-based, and undertaking CPD),
their student journey, fully utilising information technologies and global
fully utilising advances information sources
in technology to
support their academic, 2. All academic departments actively engaged
professional and social in continuous improvement, effective student
growth and development engagement and feedback, and the sharing of good
practice, adopting ‘best in class’ standards on an
on-going basis to ensure high quality performance
and innovation across all our programmes
3. Teaching and learning supported by excellent library
and IT resources, specialist laboratory and practice
spaces, flexible learning spaces and main-streaming
the use of digital technologies to support and deliver
practice-oriented learning opportunities across all
our programmes
4. High quality and responsive business processes
and professional services that support an excellent
and ‘seamless’ experience throughout the student
journey and our teaching and learning activities
This work-stream is our number one priority because we are, first and foremost, a learning institution committed
to exceeding the high expectations of our learners.
Through this work-stream, the outstanding quality of the learning experience that we offer will enhance UWE
Bristol’s reputation, attractiveness as a place to learn and capacity to meet the knowledge and skills needs of
society and the economy. The quality of what we offer will also facilitate our participation in strong national and
global networks and further enhance our productive working relationships with business.
An outstanding learning experience and the actions detailed above are essential to generate the excellent
employment opportunities and outcomes for our students, from all backgrounds, that are central to our ambition
and core purpose.
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Work-stream 2:
Ready and able graduates
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
Graduates ready and 1. A portfolio of ‘first choice’ undergraduate % of students who take up
able to realise their full and postgraduate programmes with an real world opportunities
potential, make a positive applied or professional focus, predicated on
contribution to society practice, applied research, scholarship and % of students that are in
and their chosen field of employer engagement graduate destinations after
employment or further six months
study, and play their full 2. ‘Real world’ opportunities, such as internships,
part in the development coaching, peer assistant, placements, project work, International student
of a sustainable global community service and volunteering embedded population at UWE Bristol
society and knowledge throughout the University and available for
economy every student
3. Being an inclusive university with a diverse student
and staff population, where difference and different
perspectives are explored and celebrated, supporting
our students to play their full part in our global
society and economy
4. All students taught by academic and professional
support staff who are scholars, experts and leaders
in their field, connected to industry, practice or
the professions
Our graduates go on to do great things. This work-stream is about ensuring that the design and delivery of our
courses and student opportunities are the best they can be, so that every UWE Bristol graduate is supported to
engage and fulfil their potential. In a tough jobs market, our graduates will continue to stand out because of the
knowledge, attributes and skills they have gained whilst studying with UWE Bristol and the opportunities they have
had to apply what they have learnt in ‘the real world’, gaining the knowledge and experience they need to thrive
in their chosen field.
Through this work-stream, the excellence of our graduates, their knowledge and skills that can drive economic and
social development, and the careers they succeed in, will all enhance UWE Bristol’s reputation and attractiveness
as a place to learn and research. The success of our graduates will facilitate our participation in strong global
academic networks and further enhance our productive working relationships with businesses and business
networks across the globe.
Ready and able graduates and the actions detailed above are essential to generate the excellent employment
opportunities and outcomes for our students, from all backgrounds, that are central to our ambition and
core purpose.
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Work-stream 3:
Research with impact
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
World-class performance in 1. Research excellence that is recognised as world- % of research rated as
selected areas of research class, building and sustaining critical capacity and world-class or internationally
that meets the needs of capability attracting funding from Research Councils, excellent
a sustainable economy European and Regional grant awarding agencies
and society, and feeds the and industry Income from knowledge
scholarship and enquiry exchange activities
that underpins our learning 2. Knowledge exchange and social, community and
and teaching public engagement that maximise the impact and Income from Research
return on investment of our scholarship and research Councils, European Funding
Councils and industry
3. An integrated approach to research and teaching, supported research
enriching the curriculum and consolidating areas of
academic excellence
Research isn’t about what happens behind closed doors. At UWE Bristol we are committed to ensuring that our
focused areas of research have an impact on society and the economy, and that our outputs and knowledge
explorations directly inform our teaching and learning.
Through this work-stream, we will enhance our reputation for excellence and impact in our research and knowledge
exchange. This will increase our attractiveness as a place to learn, and ensure we can draw on new and alternative
sources of funding, where productive working relationships with business will be critical. Through this work-stream we
will also increase our ability to participate in strong global networks which may in the future reduce the importance of
individual institutions.
Our research impact and the actions detailed above are essential to achieve our core purpose and ambition to advance
knowledge and enhance the health, sustainability and prosperity of Bristol, the city-region and the West of England.
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Work-stream 4:
Strategic partnerships,
connections and networks
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
Strategic partnerships, 1. Effective national and international collaborations % of students from low
connections and networks with schools, colleges, universities and other participation neighbourhoods
that differentiate our partners to raise aspirations and attainment,
academic activity and encourage and support progression to higher Number of students registered
enhance the global education, and recruitment to UWE Bristol on UWE Bristol degrees with
reputation, health, collaborative partners in the
sustainability and prosperity 2. Active and connected community and public UK and overseas
of the University, Bristol engagement, developing our leadership role in
and its city-region working with diverse communities of practice, Number and % of staff who
public organisations and individuals, maximising are leading or playing a key
the potential of the talent-base in UWE Bristol role in high impact networks
and the Bristol city-region
3. High quality and fit-for-purpose professional
support for our business engagement, working
with key regional and national partners in our
areas of expertise and leading high impact
networks to promote economic growth,
sustainability and social enterprise in the Bristol
city-region and beyond
4. A proactive and systematic approach to
partnership development, engagement and
enhancement, with an appropriate number of
key strategic partners (at home and overseas),
consolidating activity to deliver the highest
value for UWE Bristol across all work-streams, in
particular enhancing our learning and teaching,
research and infrastructure
At UWE Bristol our partnerships and networks add real value and opportunity to our learning and working environment.
Through this work-stream we will differentiate our provision, ensuring that we provide a unique offer across our
learning, teaching and research activities, whilst also playing a leading role in the vision for the Bristol city-region.
This will enhance our reputation, the outstanding learning experience and opportunities that we offer our students,
and the success of our graduates. This will also help us to expand our research impact and enable us to play our part in
maximising the potential of the talent-base in Bristol and the city-region.
This work-stream is essential to achieve our core purpose and our ambition of enhancing the health, sustainability
and prosperity of Bristol, the city-region and the West of England. Our international strategic partnerships will ensure
our participation in strong global educational and business networks to support our ambition at both a local and
global level.
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Key enabler 1:
People: performance and development
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
A culture of high 1. Clear roles, objectives and behaviours aligned to our % of staff who recommend
performance and core purpose and strategy UWE Bristol as a place
constructive challenge to work
2. Building individual, team and organisational
capability and capacity to deliver our strategy,
by enhancing skills and knowledge throughout
the organisation
3. Communication and collaborative leadership that
empowers our people to achieve their potential and
fosters engagement, innovation and creativity
4. Our agility, focusing on continuous improvement,
being quality driven and change ready in approach
to enable us to achieve sustainable long term goals
UWE Bristol is a people-organisation. Our people are our strongest asset and their health and well-being, commitment
and performance is critical to achieving our ambitions.
Through this work-stream, we will enhance our reputation as an attractive place to work and learn, and ensure we are
prepared, agile and ambitious enough to succeed in any future environment.
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Key enabler 2:
Place: resources, estate
and infrastructure
2020 ambition We will achieve this through: Measure
A strong and confident 1. A clear and transparent approach to strategic Surplus each year
financial position, a management that facilitates prioritisation,
robust approach to accountability, responsibility and reward, whilst Per capita
strategic management, also encouraging the innovation and agility that is carbon footprint
and a sustainable essential to deliver our ambition
learning environment - Estate usage
to enable our people 2. All budget units operating in a sustainable way, and efficiency
to flourish being respected and recognised for best practice
management standards across strategic and financial
planning, health and safety, equality and diversity
and sustainability
3. A learning environment that is flexible, open and
digitally connected, supporting innovation and the
shared generation of ideas and solutions across all
our campuses
4. Sustainable and healthy behaviours underpinning all
that UWE Bristol does
Our success in the new environment will depend on how agile and responsive we are able to be, how well we are able
to seize and evaluate new strategic opportunities, and how well we are able to focus our investments and activities to
maximise their impact on delivering a learning environment and experience that achieves our priorities and ambition.
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The best job
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in the world
My career was never planned as such.
I’m from a small mining town in
Yorkshire and knew no one who had gone
to university.
I’ve worked here at UWE Bristol for 13 years
now and I know it sounds idealistic but I
really do believe that I have the best job in
the world! I feel that my research gives me
the authority to teach and the stuff we’re
doing makes a difference - developing
technologies that help improve healthcare,
food security and better management of
our resources.
T he best hope I have of changing the world
for the better is through my research and
teaching, and using these to try and inspire
people to share my passion for science and
the environment. Our students use the
”
knowledge they acquire here at UWE bristol
and forge ahead in the world, working for
large corporations, small businesses,
in education and research shaping
the future. I’m really proud of that.
Darren Reynolds,
Associate Professor in
Bio-Sensing Research,
Department of
Applied Sciences.
Find out more
about working
with us
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