Vision

To become a leading research-driven institution that fosters innovation, collaboration, and impactful research, addressing real-life issues and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the synergy of public, private, academic, and community partnerships.

Mission

To enhance the university’s research capacity, promote high-impact publications, and drive meaningful innovation through strategic initiatives, collaboration, and support systems, ultimately contributing to societal advancement and achieving excellence in global university rankings.

 

Strategic Objectives and Key Performance Indicators

1. Enhance Collaborative Research

• Collaboration Rate: Track the number of collaborative research projects involving public, private, academic, and community partners.
• Interdisciplinary Projects: Monitor the number of interdisciplinary research initiatives addressing complex, real-life issues and contributing to the SDGs.
• Community and SDG Impact: Measure the tangible outcomes and benefits of research projects on local communities and their alignment with the SDGs.

2. Promote High-Impact Publications

• Research Output: Increase the number of publications in high-impact factor journals.
• Publication Rate: Track the average number of publications per faculty member in Q1 and Q2 Scopus-listed journals.
• Research Publication Allowance Utilization: Monitor the usage and effectiveness of the research publication allowance.

3. Support Doctoral Education

• PhD Completion Rate: Improve the percentage of doctoral students completing their programs within a specified time frame.
• Doctoral Student Intake: Increase the number of new doctoral students admitted annually.
• Supervision Quality: Evaluate the effectiveness of doctoral supervision through feedback and completion rates.

4. Increase Research Funding

• External Funding: Track the total amount of external research funding secured annually.
• Internal Funding Schemes: Monitor the utilization and outcomes of internal research funding schemes.
• Research Dissemination: Measure the impact and reach of research dissemination efforts, including conferences and publications.

5. Boost University Rankings

• Times Higher Education (THE) Ranking: Improve the university’s position in the THE World University Rankings.
• Citation Impact: Increase the university’s citation impact score, reflecting the influence of its research.
• International Collaboration: Enhance the number and quality of international research collaborations.

 

Strategic Initiatives

1. Strengthening Research Partnerships

• Establish and nurture research centers and institutes focusing on key areas aligned with national priorities and the SDGs.
• Facilitate regular forums and workshops to connect researchers with industry, government, and community stakeholders to address SDG-related challenges.

2. Enhancing Research Support and Infrastructure

• Provide comprehensive support services for researchers, including grant writing assistance, research management, and administrative support.
• Invest in state-of-the-art research facilities and technology to enable cutting-edge research addressing the SDGs.

3. Encouraging High-Quality Publications

• Implement mentoring programs for early-career researchers to enhance their publication skills.
• Recognize and reward faculty members who publish in high-impact journals through incentives and awards, especially those contributing to the SDGs.

4. Fostering Doctoral Education

• Offer competitive scholarships and funding opportunities for doctoral students.
• Provide professional development programs for supervisors to ensure high-quality mentorship.

5. Securing Research Funding

• Develop a dedicated office for research funding and partnerships to identify and pursue funding opportunities.
• Promote interdisciplinary and collaborative research proposals to increase the chances of securing large-scale grants, particularly those focused on the SDGs.

 6. Improving Global Visibility and Impact

• Develop strategic partnerships with leading international universities and research institutions.
• Promote the university’s research achievements, especially those aligned with the SDGs, through targeted marketing and communication strategies.

By implementing this comprehensive research strategy, the University of Mauritius aims to enhance its research capabilities, foster innovation, and achieve excellence in global rankings, ultimately contributing to the betterment of society and the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals through impactful research.