Our Core Values

CORE VALUES

Our core values are the shared principles and commitment that rally all staff, students and other stakeholders to achieve our vision. These are: Academic freedom, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Discipline, Sustainability and Equity. These values are deep-seated philosophies that guide our actions and are considered as the University’s cultural foundation stone.

Academic freedom

The University acknowledges the right to freedom of expression in teaching, learning and research in line with its ethical policies.

Excellence

The University strives to exceed expectations not only in providing quality teaching, research and community service, but also for continuous improvement in its services university-wide.

Integrity 

The University shall ensure honesty, professionalism and respect for others, while accepting responsibility for the ethical consequences of its ideas and actions.

Innovation

The University strives to challenge assumptions, create and anticipate change and encourage both its internal and external stakeholders to bring new ideas on-board.

Discipline

The University is committed to cultivating behaviours that are consistent and align with achieving the University’s goals and vision by vigorously applying the rules and regulations governing it.

Sustainability

 The University embraces sustainable development by incorporating relevant aspects of climate change, biodiversity and ecological practices across the entirety of the University.

Equity

The University is committed to ensuring fair treatment, equality of opportunity, fairness in access to information, resources and opportunities that staff and students need to succeed. The University seeks to eliminate barriers and facilitate the participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in all its programmes.