Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision.

Our vision and 2020-27 strategic plan

We will deliver life-enhancing research, innovation and education that not only transforms the lives of our graduates, but shapes the world we live in. We believe the best way to achieve this is by fostering an ambitious, inclusive, collaborative community.

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Our values

We are, and will always be, guided by our values of ambition, excellence, collaboration, inclusivity, responsibility and transparency. 

Our values

Our story

At the University of Sheffield, we’re proud of the difference we've made and continue to make. But we’ll never stop exploring new ways to do more.

Our story

Our progress

Our key performance indicators and targets span the pillars of the vision. These indicators inform target setting across the University.

Our key performance indicators