Strategy
College Mission Statement
The College Mission Statement, as revised in November 2009, is:
• to serve society through philosophy and theology;
• to offer its students an education marked by intelligence, scholarship and generosity of spirit;
• to foster interfaith dialogue;
• to be a resource for the Christian faith community;
• to provide leadership in Catholic thought.
Strategies related to specific areas:
Research Strategy, [2009-2014]
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy [2010-2014]
Staff Development Strategy 2010/2011
Estates Strategy- (under review)
Student Experience Strategy - (under development)
Strategic Plan
The College’s first strategic plan covered the period 2005/6 to 2010/11, a summary is available here, Summary Strategic Plan 2005-06 to 2010-11.
The College is currently reviewing and revising its strategic aims for the period to 2014 and beyond.
The College's strategic aims are:
• To provide students with excellent academic teaching, learning resources and personal support, thereby enabling them to achieve their full potential and make a valued contribution to society;
• To provide appropriate facilities and services to foster social, academic and personal growth, thus enabling students to make the most of their time at the College;
• To make a significant contribution to the academic disciplines of theology, philosophy, psychology and sociology of religion;
• To provide opportunities for academic and pastoral reflection, dialogue and critique;
• To be a significant UK and European resource for training in Church-related Ministry;
• To safeguard the College’s academic and financial viability;
• To grow the College’s profile, nationally and internationally;
• To provide an environment to enable staff and students to achieve these aims, particularly in relation to communication, administration and management.