Excellence in Research
Goal
The University of Sydney will continue to develop its reputation as an institution where pure and applied research and research training are conducted at nationally and internationally recognised standards, including research relevant to the economic, social and cultural well-being of Australia and the region.
Objectives
In pursuing our goal of "Excellence in Research" we will:
- encourage research of national and international standing in both existing and emerging areas;
- identify and enhance areas of excellence in basic, strategic and applied research, and establish centres that promote interdisciplinary research;
- facilitate strategic and applied research carried out in collaboration with industry, government and community organisations;
- increase the use by industry and other external organisations of our technology, research and expertise to create social and economic benefits, while generating income to support research and education;
- develop collaborative links with key off-shore institutions to facilitate strategic and applied research;
- attract, encourage and reward staff with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research;
- create opportunities for all staff to maximize their research output, including opportunities for intellectual renewal through the provision of special studies programs and special duties overseas;
- attract more students with research potential;
- provide more support for research training and recognition for outstanding research students, and assist the transition of students into research-based programs through opportunities provided with undergraduate programs;
- foster and reward skills and achievements in postgraduate supervision among university staff; and
- support the conduct of outstanding research by both students and staff by fostering an academic and physical environment that incorporates access to information technology and necessary library resources.
