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Monash University's Vision

Monash Directions 2025 is a 20-year strategic directions statement which was approved by the University Council in February 2005.

Monash University's statement of purpose

Monash University seeks to improve the human condition by advancing knowledge and fostering creativity. It does so through research and education and a commitment to social justice, human rights and a sustainable environment. It values:

  • excellence in research and scholarship
  • excellence in education
  • excellence in management
  • international focus
  • innovation and creativity
  • diversity
  • fairness
  • engagement
  • integrity, and
  • self-reliance.

Aims

By 2025 we will be one of the best universities in the world, distinctive because our research-intensive, international focus enables us to address important theoretical and practical challenges, and develop graduates who will wish to do the same.

For more detailed information about the university's vision, strategy and aims, see the Monash Directions 2025 website.