Strategic Plan 2026–2029
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Toward 2032.
A word from the Vice-Chancellor and President
Our founders spoke of a “people’s university” – a University for Queensland – created to broaden opportunity, advance knowledge and strengthen communities. That founding mission continues to guide us today.
Vision, mission and values
Our vision, mission and values remain constant. Together, they provide the foundation for how we behave and what we aspire to achieve at UQ.
About this plan
The 2026–2029 Strategic Plan is structured around 3 domains that encapsulate UQ’s core purpose:
- Delivering for the public good: our local, national and global impact
- Teaching and learning: education for leadership and future success
- Research and innovation: from discovery to impact.
Our people and sustainable operations enable the implementation and success of these domains.
Each domain and enabler includes objectives, the strategies that support them and clear measures of success to track progress and impact.
Download the Strategic Plan (PDF, 8.71 MB)
Our 2032 ambition
Together, our objectives and strategies drive progress toward 6 long-term ambitions that define the transformative impact UQ aims to deliver.
As the University of, for and with Queensland, UQ’s ambition is to:
- deliver highly sought-after graduates who are ready to succeed in the workforce, through diverse, future-focused educational experiences
- contribute to Queensland’s prosperity through The Queensland Commitment by reducing barriers to education and delivering social benefits
- leverage the breadth and depth of our research strengths and innovation precincts to address pressing global challenges, including climate change, technological disruption and increasing societal complexity
- be a trusted and agile partner, recognised as a leader in entrepreneurship, knowledge exchange and commercialisation
- have an extensive global reach in education and research, with a strong commitment to capacity building in the Indo-Pacific and beyond
- be values-led, committed to delivering for the public good, supporting our people, advancing reconciliation, driving sustainability and embracing diverse experiences and perspectives.
Domains
UQ’s strategic priorities for 2026–2029 have been developed around 3 domains that reflect the core purpose of the University.
Delivering for the public good: our local, national and global impact
Teaching and learning: education for leadership and future success
Research and innovation: from discovery to impact
Enabler
Underpinning our domains, our people and sustainable operations will support our ambitions to deliver on UQ’s core purpose.
Our people and sustainable operations: enabling our mission
UQ staff information
Plan on a Page
Learn about our key priorities for 2026.
View the 2026 Plan on a Page (staff login required)
Staff consultation
Access information about staff consultation in the lead-up to the 2026–2029 Strategic Plan.
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Alignment with QLD Government objectives for the community
Through a commitment to delivering for the public good, educating for leadership and impact, and research spanning discovery to impact, UQ actively contributes to the Queensland Government’s broad objectives for the community. We contribute to these by:
- educating graduates who are equipped to lead, innovate and make meaningful contributions across Queensland and beyond
- advancing knowledge and translating research into real-world benefits that improve health, strengthen industries, and support a more resilient and equitable future
- enriching cultural and civic life through sporting and recreational facilities, galleries, performing arts programs, and school outreach initiatives.
Related plans, reports and initiatives
2022–2025 Strategic Plan (PDF, 2.65 MB)ReportingSub-plans and strategiesInitiatives