Strategic Plan

Welcome to ATU’s Strategic Plan: Shaping the Future Together 

As a new university with deep roots in our community, culture, and economy, we are committed to serving the west and northwest of Ireland.  

Our diverse campuses reflect the unique character of the region, and our reach extends far beyond, connecting us globally through learning, research, and innovation. 

We are learners, educators, and creators, collaborating to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving world.  

Our nine campuses span cities, towns, and rural coastal areas, creating a university that is both local in its heart and global in its ambition. 

Vision

We will become an internationally renowned university that enhances the quality of life in our region and creates a sustainable future for all.  

Mission

We enrich our region by delivering academic and research excellence working collaboratively with regional, national and international partners. 

Values

By embodying these values, we create a culture that will enable us to be a successful university. 

• Ambition
• Collaboration
• Inclusion
• Innovation
• Respect
• Trust 

Our Guiding Lights: Pillars of Our Strategy 

The Strategic Plan is built around five Guiding Lights. 

Enabling Education: We focus on flexible, inclusive learning, enhanced infrastructure, and innovative teaching to foster employability, sustainability, and student success. 

Engaged Research: Our research tackles critical challenges facing the region and beyond, with an emphasis on collaboration and real-world impact. 

Connected Ecosystem: We foster partnerships across sectors, creating a dynamic environment for growth, innovation, and shared success. 

Organisational Transformation: ATU is committed to evolving and modernising, ensuring we are agile and ready for the future. 

Sustainability for the Future: Sustainability is at the heart of our plan, as we work to protect our planet and enhance the wellbeing of our communities. 

Join Us on Our Journey 

ATU’s Strategic Plan is a shared vision, shaped by the input of all our stakeholders. 

Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure that our university remains vibrant, inclusive, and future-ready.