Our focus
Our focus areas guide us in achieving Vision 2033 and assist us in setting our operational objectives.
Focus 1
Provide a learning environment that emphasises growth of the whole person.
We will equip our learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in an interconnected and changing world.
1.1 Provide a personalised, supportive, flexible and accessible learning experience.
1.2 Diversify and grow our course offer and student cohort.
1.3 Enhance our Core Curriculum and expand our student leadership and community engagement programs.
1.4 Foster a sense of global responsibility.
Focus 2
Offer a range of educational opportunities that lead to future-ready career outcomes.
With a dynamic and forward-thinking curriculum, we will prepare students for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
2.1 Develop curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to prepare students for the challenges of tomorrow.
2.2 Expand offerings in our areas of strength and introduce new offerings in areas related to STEMM.
2.3 Provide students with industry-relevant experiences across education, research and research training.
2.4 Design and deliver tailored learning and professional development programs that meet Australia’s future workforce needs.
Focus 3
Serve communities through connection and collaboration.
Our approach to community engagement is informed by the principle of subsidiarity. We will support local autonomy and decision making and empower communities to determine their own futures.
3.1 Co-create workforce participation initiatives for underrepresented groups.
3.2 Facilitate collaborative research and research training projects between communities, industry and government.
3.3 Engage in community-based research collaborations.
3.4 Promote reconciliation and champion Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, cultures and leadership.
Focus 4
Address issues of national significance.
We will make practical contributions towards addressing the social challenges facing Australia and engage in mission-aligned programs of work that benefit Australia and its people.
4.1 Develop workforce capacity and capability solutions in national areas of critical need.
4.2 Translate research into applied and practical impact.
4.3 Partner with government and industry to find solutions to pressing national issues.
4.4 Engage in policy development and make recommendations to government on areas of university expertise.
Focus 5
Promote human dignity and advance the common good.
We will fulfil our mission commitment to upholding the inherent worth of every individual and advocating for a just and harmonious world.
5.1 Strengthen our contribution to the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
5.2 Form international collaborations to address global challenges.
5.3 Promote the importance of ethical practice in all aspects of life and work.
5.4 Critically evaluate the effects of global progress and change on individuals, communities and environments.
Focus 6
Strengthen our institutional foundations.
To facilitate the sustained success and growth of ACU, we will consistently work to strengthen our institutional foundations.
6.1 Implement internal initiatives that advance our mission, build organisational culture, provide staff development, increase efficiency and promote innovation.
6.2 Diversify and grow ACU’s sources of revenue.
6.3 Demonstrate environmental, social and governance excellence.
6.4 Transform ACU campuses into precincts focused on innovation and co-location with Catholic partners, industry and community.