Winchester is a values-driven institution which offers excellent programmes of study sustained by teaching and research of the highest quality. Our mission: To educate, to advance knowledge and to serve the public good Our values: We value freedom, justice, truth, human rights and collective effort for the public good. The plans and actions of the University of Winchester are founded in these ideals together with the following values: Intellectual freedom Intellectual freedom and its appropriate expression are at the heart of our business. Social justice We seek to embody social justice and develop our students as effective and fulfilled global citizens. They will be prepared to challenge the status quo and will have the strength to stand up for what they believe to be true. Diversity We delight in diversity. Spirituality We celebrate our Christian foundation encouraging those living within the Christian faith, whilst also welcoming those who live within other faiths and those who have no faith. Individuals matter The wellbeing of individuals is important, as are their opinions and views. Creativity Permeability, agility and imagination are central to our thinking: we endeavour to act as a crucible for the generation and exchange of knowledge.