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University of
Khorfakkan

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About

Vision & Mission

Our north star: leading in arts, sciences, and marine research with integrity, inclusiveness, innovation, and excellence.

Focus

Arts • Sciences • Marine

Approach

Cross-disciplinary

Values

Integrity & more

Vision

UKF aims to become a leading institute for arts, sciences, marine, maritime research, innovation, and education programs amongst universities, research institutes, and industry.

Mission

Enhance, facilitate, and deliver internationally recognized, cross-disciplinary, high-impact scientific research in the fields of arts, sciences, marine sciences, and ocean engineering.

Core values

What we stand for

Values that guide teaching, research, and community impact at UKF.

  • Integrity: UKF adheres to the highest ethical principles, works with integrity and accountability, and fosters an environment of trust and credibility.
  • Inclusiveness: UKF welcomes everyone and values intellectual and cultural diversity.
  • Innovation and creativity: UKF strives without limits to improve lives through creativity and innovation in the pursuit of academic excellence.
  • Transparency: UKF is committed to transparency in communication with all stakeholders through diverse channels.
  • Excellence: All UKF activities are conducted according to the highest international standards.
Goals

Our goals

Targets that align academic excellence, research, community service, and infrastructure.

  • Strengthen the academic environment to improve outcomes and performance in education, research, and community service.
  • Support and develop scientific research to serve the community and drive innovation.
  • Provide administrative support and student services that enable academic excellence and lifelong learning.
  • Build partnerships with institutions, universities, and research centers to promote collaboration and applied research.
  • Develop the university’s infrastructure (including Smart Campus) to create an attractive, student-friendly environment.
  • Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of academic and administrative performance to sustain excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement.
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Leadership and governance

See how our vision and mission connect to leadership offices and strategic plan.

Organization & leadershipView the organization chart and leadership offices.
Org chartBoard of Trustees
Strategic planSee how our plan aligns to goals and values.
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