Vision, values & goals

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History of Royal Roads University
Strategic Commitments
Vision, values & goals
Statements of principle
Administration & governance
Why Royal Roads


Our vision

Inspiring people with the courage to transform the world.

Our values

Caring

A diverse and supportive community for our students, faculty and staff.

Creative

Innovation in all we do; we continually seek new and better ways to do things.

Courageous

Bold in our actions, we welcome challenges and take thoughtful risks.

Our goals

Any age, any stage, any place

We’re an engine of lifelong learning for students no matter where they are in the world, their careers and their lives.

Explore, share, advance

We support interdisciplinary research that pushes boundaries, removes barriers and finds solutions to today’s critical issues.

Invite in, venture out

We engage communities locally, nationally and globally — leaning into partnerships, learning from others and warmly welcoming all people.

Vibrant and sustainable

We are committed to creating a vibrant and sustainable campus in UAE, equipped with modern infrastructure and digital platforms that foster innovation and inclusivity. Our campus promotes a diverse and engaging environment, aligned with regional priorities on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion.

Our commitments

We have six critical commitments, grounded in our goals and actions:

  1. Build on strengths in applied and professional programming, interdisciplinary approaches, and innovative learning delivery models.
  2. Grow an innovative and entrepreneurial culture, responding swiftly to changes in the workplace, society, and regional dynamics.
  3. Enhance the inclusion and engagement of individuals from diverse cultural and intellectual backgrounds in all aspects of university life.
  4. Respect and honour local cultural heritage, while promoting global values of diversity and inclusivity.
  5. Advance sustainability across all academic courses and operations, aligning with the UAE’s vision.
  6. Promote research and education that address rapid advances in technology and interconnected social, economic, and political challenges, with a focus on regional priorities.