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Imperial College London is a world-top ten university with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. Consistently rated amongst the world's best universities, Imperial is committed to developing the next generation of researchers, scientists, and academics through collaboration across disciplines. Located in London's heart, Imperial is a multidisciplinary space for education, research, translation, and commercialization, harnessing science and innovation to tackle global challenges. Global research-driven universities like Imperial College London have a central role in helping humanity address these changes and challenges by making discoveries, educating leaders, and developing innovations that benefit society. However, these universities will need to change to contribute to this future. In our Strategy 2015–2020, we set out how Imperial will be a source of new solutions, a contributor to a better future, a trusted partner, and a new paradigm of the global university. We will support an atmosphere and culture that embraces discovery. We will continue to be guided by our mission of achieving enduring excellence in research and education in science, engineering, medicine, and business for the benefit of society. We will shrink the time and distance between fundamental discovery and societal benefit. We will provide our students with the knowledge and experiences that equip them for their future roles as leaders. We will have the courage to take risks. We will remain true to our mission. While we cannot envision all of the challenges ahead, we believe that Imperial can contribute by focusing our research around four themes: discovery and the natural world engineering novel solutions health and well-being and leading the data revolution. Great discoveries begin with great people: talented individuals steeped in the knowledge of their core discipline, confident enough to work on risky, unsolved problems, adept at understanding and working with others from different fields, and immersed in an atmosphere of excellence. They are underpinned by talented support staff who put their full energy and passion into their work and our mission. We will make supporting and enabling all these people central to what we do. Our bright and energetic students are integral to our mission. We will enhance their experiences by embedding their education in cutting-edge research and providing increasing opportunities for them to use their talents in new entrepreneurial, creative, and practical ways. The Dyson School of Design Engineering is an example of how we will nurture the multifaceted talents of our students and develop them into future leaders. We have a tremendous asset in our highly successful alumni and friends. We will revitalize our relationship with them and encourage them to be a part of the Imperial College London of today and the future. Their knowledge, expertise, and experience will contribute to the intellectual power of the College. Across the world, people recognize that the changes and challenges we face require us to work together more effectively. Universities must drive collaboration, work across disciplines, and seize opportunities in ways and at a pace unusual for academia. It is the only way that we can solve the world's challenges. At Imperial, we are good at working across disciplines and collaborating. In 2014 three-quarters of our research papers collaborated with external co-authors from over 140 countries and 6,000 different universities, businesses, and other research organizations. However, we can be even better and can lead to new areas. We will seek the very best from around the world, sometimes collaborating with our toughest competition to create a fantastic team. We will ensure that our reward structures provide incentives for sharing, collaborating, and building relationships. This means that we will recognize collaboration in our evaluations for promotions and awards, and we will advocate for funders and evaluators to support collaborative work. We will make all of our campuses into dynamic centers of collaboration and innovation. We will bring staff, students, entrepreneurs, and industry researchers together in modern purpose-built spaces where ideas can be developed and tested rigorously and where networks can flourish. In White City, we create a new campus where partnerships working on global challenges transcend departmental boundaries. Every day, individuals, policymakers, and business leaders face questions, the answers to which require an understanding of the natural world, technology, medical advances, and business analysis. We can make a tremendous difference by using our expertise and knowledge to provide factual evidence and advice to government and business decision-makers. Also, the world is full of people who are naturally curious and enjoy learning. We must excite and inspire the public, from potential new students to eager lifelong learners, by sharing what we do in ways that arouse curiosity, awaken a love of discovery, and broaden the understanding of an increasingly complex world. Researchers are courageous. We probe the boundaries of knowledge; we seek discovery and delve into the unknown. We take calculated risks when we know we are onto something important. We find collaborators readily. Individually we already know how to do this. Institutions are more conservative. We will ensure that Imperial creates an environment where researchers can be courageous and push back the boundaries of their fields. We will make working together easy and support judicious risk-taking and collaboration. The world is changing, and Imperial is changing too. We set out this Strategy 2015–2020 to help guide us in the next few years. We acknowledge that we do not know where the new challenges and opportunities will be. We do know that we have great people, and we will build a more agile, adaptive, and resilient organization so that we will be ready for whatever the future holds.

The University of West London Branch Campus in UAE offers high quality, career-focused courses imparting excellence in the recent trends in Business and Finance studies and Computing. Courses are designed to inspire students to become innovative professionals, connecting them to exciting and rewarding careers. In-class teaching emphasizes real-world experience and is informed by the latest research and cutting edge global practices. Our main campus is in London, UK. The University of West London is recognized by the International Association of Universities and The Association of Commonwealth Universities. UWL RAK Campus is located in the educational hub of RAKEZ Academic Zone. This is the first branch campus of the University of West London in the Middle East. The University is 50 minutes’ drive from Dubai, and transport is provided for students throughout the Northern Emirates, including Dubai and Sharjah.

Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» is a state-owned higher educational establishment of Ukraine. DNMU is the best and the largest medical university in Eastern Europe. Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» was established in 1930 as M. Gorky Donetsk Medical Institute. After the Second World War, Institute was renamed Stalino Medical Institute. In 1967, the institute was again renamed to M.Gorky Donetsk State Medical Institute. In 1994, DNMU was given the university'sUniversity's status, and in 2008, DNMU got the status of National Medical University, and it was renamed to M.Gorky Donetsk National Medical University. In 2015 according to the Ministry of Health of Decommunization's order, the university'sUniversity's name was changed to DONETSK NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY. DNMU is considered to be the best medical school in Ukraine and all over Europe. The university is known as DNMU, and it is the abbreviated name of Donetsk National Medical University. In connection with the Russian and Ukrainian Conflict in Donbas Region, the university'sUniversity's main campus was moved to Mariupol City (located two faculty of DNMU before). Due to conflict, the university and staff of the university decided to relocate the campuses all over Ukraine. At every campus of DNMU, students are getting training in English, Russian, and Ukrainian Languages. At Kirovohrad and Chernihiv Campuses, students get training in the French Language also. Donetsk National Medical University has complete infrastructure at all Campuses; at every campus, DNMU has a minimum of 7 hospitals working under DNMU as their Clinical bases for students and Scientific Research work. All the theoretical and Clinical departments for students are functioning completely at all campuses. Scientific and research laboratories are available at every campus. At all campuses, DNMU has a suitable environment for students and teaching staff. DNMU provides fully equipped labs for all students at all campuses. Clinical departments, we have the best hospitals in Ukraine, where students get training. For details about Campuses and the departments, you can move to the website of the campus. The university has several administrative buildings and hostels on every campus. All the teaching staff has been transferred to different Campuses. DNMU has the biggest of Scientific research papers every year all over Europe among all medical Universities( according to the Scopus). Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and from the I-Med Schools' Directory. Donetsk National Medical University is registered with the world Medical Universities list. Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» was the first medical university in Ukraine and Eastern Europe to start the faculties of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy in the English language for foreign students in 1991 after the independence of Ukraine. In 2016 DNMU firstly started training students in the French medium of instruction. We are the only university in Europe except for French schools that provide training in the French medium of instruction. Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» is having the highest (the fourth) Level of accreditation. Donetsk National Medical University «DNMU» courses are confirmed with The Constitution of Ukraine, Ukrainian legislation acts issued by the President and the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, Decrees of the Health Department and Education.

The most important necessities of the 21st century are knowledge, skill, and culture and imagination, creativity, and innovation. Hence the key to the future is education, now more than ever. Education is not just a linear process that shapes our future. It is also the improvement of our abilities to make the best of today and create better tomorrows. Built on a dynamic, contemporary, and democratic foundation of human relations, Istanbul Arel University treats its students as a creative part of the education process rather than mere participants. To raise individuals who can express themselves freely, who can show a critical approach to every situation they encounter, and who can form their own opinions and voice them are among the institutional objectives of Istanbul Arel University. In the student-centered education system adopted by Istanbul Arel University, the aim is not only the students' knowledge and skill acquisition but also their humanitarian values and social attributes such as critical thinking, imagination, emotional sensitivity, etc. Comprehending thoughts and feelings, expressing them freely, communicating with others, and showing empathy towards them, approaching new situations with a positive attitude are the social acquisitions that Istanbul Arel University places great importance upon. These acquisitions have been much more needed in both private and business life. Those are having improved emotional and social intelligence have proven to rise to higher positions in an institution. Thus, the establishment of new social bonds is as significant as our students' academic successes. Here at Istanbul Arel University, we have academe where joint working groups are encouraged, constructive collaborations are established, scientific and social novelties are shared in a just and amicable manner. Within this scope, at the center of Istanbul Arel University's educational philosophy lies the relationship between the students and academicians. Istanbul Arel University aims to conduct education, research, and social service activities in line with international quality standards and raise individuals who are devoted to the principles and reforms of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and the values of the Republic, who identify themselves as global citizens, adhere to the rule of law, respect ethical principles, human rights, and diversity and possess critical and creative thinking skills. Istanbul Arel University's vision is to become an internationally recognized contemporary education and research institution that raises individuals who can identify and analyze the ever-changing social, cultural, economic, and technological requirements and carry out innovative scientific research and professional activities to meet these requirements.

Okan University, one of Turkey's youngest and the most dynamic universities, was founded by Okan Culture, Education, and Sports Foundation in 1999 and began its academic life in 2003-2004. Our vision is to become a world-class university which contributes to the betterment of the nation and its business life by providing an education of the highest standards and thereby preparing its students to enter the modern business world, ensuring that they are open to domestic and foreign competition, and instilling them with social responsibility and environmental consciousness. To train students to think in an analytical, interdisciplinary way and instill them with an entrepreneurial spirit. To invest in and support innovative scientists and scholars who can successfully integrate education and training and help our students become exceptional graduates in their respective fields. To concentrate on educational and research activities directed at meeting society's needs by making social responsibility and environmental consciousness our priority. To convert information into technology and social benefit. Okan University gives particular importance to its international relations. The specialized, practice-oriented education that Okan provides necessitates cooperation with international universities that focus on the same characteristics. Okan University's Erasmus Programme Office coordinates and implements our bilateral and multilateral agreements and protocols with European universities while helping students find and select universities for study- abroad. ISEP (International Student Exchange Program) is an international student exchange network that has more than 300 member universities in 50 countries 146 universities in the USA, 4 in Canada, 12 in the UK, 23 in France, 9 in Spain, 7 in Sweden, 14 in Australia, 8 Japan, 4 in Argentina. Okan University is the first member university in Turkey. ISEP has prestigious universities in its network in different continents. Besides promoting academic and cross-cultural learning through its worldwide network of higher education institutions, ISEP also facilitates academic mobility through innovative and affordable programs to achieve authentic global learning.

In the whole history of modern society, the university's concept was understood as the cradle of knowledge, a place of wisdom, and a workshop of humanity. However, only the application of true wisdom on the acquired knowledge and decision patterns could secure people's happiness and future. Therefore, the goal of Istanbul Medipol University staff is to "pave the path" towards gaining wisdom for all its students. To achieve this, IMU has adapted an innovative learning and teaching model and has created a real "knowledge society" of successful academicians. Each member of our faculty is committed to train their students according to real-world conditions and to help them acquire the information and skills they will need for a bright career for a brighter future. Informational technologies are extensively used in the education process. Students' facilitated access to multimedia libraries and their training in multiplex and computer classrooms with state-of-the-art equipment increase education and research quality. One of the university's critical tasks is to increase the students' mobility in developing the "integrated" educational model. Also, by establishing e-learning programs and providing education without barriers for all, IMU will significantly influence the development of the region. Medipol is a truly intercontinental university, positioned in the heart of İstanbul, by the Kavacık and Golden Horn, a place surrounded by the heritage of various ancient civilizations and a place where two continents, Asia and Europe, meet. Since its establishment, Medipol has firmly committed to creating an international teaching environment. Discover MEDİPOL, a place like no other you have experienced before. Medipol is a truly intercontinental university, positioned in the heart of İstanbul, by the Kavacık and Golden Horn, a place surrounded by the heritage of various ancient civilizations and a place where two continents, Asia and Europe, meet. Since its establishment, Medipol has firmly committed to creating an international teaching environment. In this first year of teaching, we admitted about 7 percent of our undergraduate students from various countries across the globe. Our admission process is thorough and carefully considers our applicants' backgrounds and how they would contribute to our academic community. Currently, Medipol University offers programs mainly in the field of health and law. Prospective students are welcome to visit the campus sites before applying and free to talk to our students and academic staff.

Western University is formerly known as Niwattana University and has been authorized and accredited by the Minister of Education (Minister of University Affairs) to establish a private higher education institution under license no. 2/2540. On June 18th, 1997, the University was established to commemorate the auspicious occasion decreed by the late Bhumibol Adulyadej to bestow the royal title "Princess of Naradhiwas" to his late sister Galyani Vadhana. The University aims to sustain the country's growth in the central region and introduce more education opportunities to all regions of Thailand by emphasizing promoting the country's human resources development. The University's missions are guided by four main tasks: producing quality graduates, promoting research and studies, providing academic services to society, and preserving art and culture. The missions' totality is to promote the development of the country's human resources and ultimately address the country's need to provide higher education that produces human resources that are highly skilled, equipped with academic excellence, highly professional, and righteous. It strives to be recognized by society on its academic fields in health, medical science, humanities, and sociology by providing academic programs in bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees, and the University prides itself on the continuous commitment to serve society. In 1997, the country had initiated the 12th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2017-2021), which aims to prioritize creating a roadmap to achieve the change of national economic status from a middle-income country to a high-income country. It also aims to maintain social stability and sustainability in order to achieve harmony and to realize its long term vision "Thailand 4.0 – stable, prosperous and sustainable" by emphasizing the followings: To promote quality education that is equal and accessible to develop human potential in attaining knowledge and capability in line with the market's requirements and to support the ASEAN regional liberalization. To promote the quality of the country's aging society. An aging society requires healthcare services to cope with the deterioration of health. Thus, it establishes the need for healthcare practitioners in various fields to provide better health and sanitation services to enable the elderly to continue working according to their capacity and experiences. This ensures an adequate income for living, health restoration to prevent disability, and chronic diseases that may become a burden to themselves, their families, and the healthcare system. To promote an environmentally friendly economy and society using utilizing available resources sustainably. Furthermore, as a higher education institution, Western University can produce professionals in health medical science that are intellectual leaders, possess the moral and professional ethics to live and work in society to serve the country's aging society. The University aims to enhance human potential by providing an education based on value and quality that cater to the country's needs and society. It supports educational activities that promote students' academic competence and becoming quality and righteous citizens in a borderless society. The University recognizes the importance of Information technology enhancement as a tool for long-distance education via the network to provide access for everyone who seeks knowledge regardless of gender, location, and age by addressing the needs and continuously maintaining a learning environment conducive to lifelong education and human resources development. Finally, it is to ensure the University's capability to produce quality graduates that match international standards and become intellectuals who possess moral and professional ethics.

Thaksin University is one of the first higher education institute in the south of Thailand, which was initially called the College of Education initiated by the Ministry of Education. This college replaced the High Teacher Training at Prasarnmitra Road, Phrakhanong District, Phranakorn, in 1954. It was established under the goals to develop a philosophy and modern educational concepts in association with a democratic society, including the in-depth development of education as a systematic career, respectively, to provide a degree in education. The College of Education has gradually developed along with the educational extension in the different regions worldwide. The regional administrations included Phrathumwon Campus, Bangsaen Campus in Chonburi, Pitsanulok Campus, Mahasrakam Campus, Songkhla Campus, Phranakorn Campus, and Physical Education Campus with Phasarnmitra Campus as the administrative center. The College of Education, Songkhla Campus was officially established on October 11, 1968, at Kaoroopchang Sub-district, Muang District, Songkhla Province, where Thaksin University's Songkhla Campus is now located. According to the resolutions of the Councils of College of Education responsible for expanding higher education level to the southern area of Thailand. Thaksin University's Core values: Respect: seeing the values and importance of behaving correctly and sincerely toward people or things. Wisdom: using wisdom to lead a life so that growth can happen to oneself, the organization, and society. Unity: mutually accomplishing a mission together. Outcome-oriented: working toward achievement or the outcome of the task is essential to fulfilling the appointed goal. Worthiness: working efficiently and effectively for a positive outcome of the organization by using appropriate resources. Social responsibility: paying attention, being reliable, and participating in social development. The philosophy of Thaksin University is Intelligence and Ethics guide Development. Thaksin University aims to produce graduates, develop the workforce, research, and academic services to serve local society, the nation, and ASEAN countries to become intellectual, peaceful, and sustainable societies. Missions of Thaksin University To provide education to produce graduates, develop quality people to meet local and national needs within ASEAN and the global community. To create and develop research work to serve and direct society, including advancing the university to become a research site in the future. To provide academic services and knowledge to society and thus create a robust and knowledgeable society. To encourage, support, maintain and develop arts, culture, wisdom, and the environment of lower Southern Thailand, making it valuable for local, national, and ASEAN development. To develop the university universally, meaning the strengthening of individuals' expertise, cultural organizations, and pursuing happiness for personnel in every position. Primary Purposes of the University TSU is an ASEAN quality university with quality graduates and is accepted by both alumni and society, having high-quality national standards. TSU can strongly produce quality personnel that meets local, national, the ASEAN Community, and global needs. TSU provides education management strategies for wisdom and developing a peaceful social community. University academic work is of international quality, which is useful for the development of specific areas. Academic service management can create and increase university income values, i.e., through academic services and consultation. The lower South of Thailand gains benefits from university academic services and consultations. Arts, culture, and Southern wisdom are valuable. The university is a center of excellence and technical perfection.

Nation University is previously called "Yonok College" and was approved by the University Bureau to start teaching in 1988. York Foundation operated it. The Higher Education Commission's office permitted York College to change (the type) from college to York University. Later on, the Ministry of Education, upon the Higher Education Commission's advice, allowed it to change the name to "Nation University." The university teachers at the bachelor and master degree level from the beginning until now for 30 years with more than 6,900 graduates: 5700 bachelor degrees and 1,200 master's degree. Nation University is a private university of Lampang province stressing the production of quality graduates for the society with the teaching and learning process committed to turning students into thinkers who love to learn both in academic and application with high morality and public mind by engaging in activities training the students with authentic experiences enabling the usage of knowledge in working efficiency. Nation University has a beautiful and natural landscape with an atmosphere conducive to learning and living the university life. It is an "education park" with the teaching and learning that encourage the students to be close to the professors with many facilities such as a library, a dormitory for male students, a dormitory for female students, computers room, technological communication lab (Television and Radio broadcasting training) and International Lampang Center. The university confidently believes that a good quality of life depends upon wisdom, knowledge, and kind consideration among all humanity. Nation University strives to create graduates with the necessary skills for the next decade. To be a good quality global citizen stressing outcome-based learning in training and practicing emphasizing "Learning with the professionals." The University Mission: Produce graduates with academic knowledge and vacation skills. .Produce researches and creativity, including knowledge transfer and academic and vocational. Support the transfer of culture, arts, and local wisdom services to society. Manage the organization and make it healthy and grow up with good quality. Our Purpose: To produce graduates with academic knowledge, vocational skills, the thirst to learning with high mortality. To support the production of academic work, quality researches, and able to transfer knowledge to society. To support the continuous transfer of culture, arts, and local wisdom. To manage the organization powerfully in personal and operations to cater to quality growth. Nation University gathers wisdom and knowledge, creates and develops various bodies of knowledge, and forms intelligent people who reason, behave morally, conscious of the common good, and produce high standard work capable of competing in the world market. The university manages its resources efficiently, joins in the development of the community, and is responsible to society to serve as an essential instrument in ensuring the country's well-being and security.

XSilpakorn University is presently under the Office of the Higher Education Commission's supervision, the Ministry of Education, and was initially established as the School of Fine Arts under the Fine Arts Department in 1933. The School has primarily offered the only studying programs in Painting and Sculpture by waiving tuition fees for the government officers and the students. Its inception and development owed much to an almost lifetime devotion of Professor Silpa Bhirasri, an Italian sculptor (previously called Professor Corrado Feroci) who was commissioned during the reign of King Rama VI to work in the Fine Arts Department. He subsequently enlarged the classes to include more significant members of the interested public before taking his initiative in setting up the School of Fine Arts. The School gradually developed and was officially accorded a new status and named Silpakorn University on 12 October 1943. In the early phase of its development, its inaugural faculty was the Faculty of Painting and Sculpture (presently is named the Faculty of Painting Sculpture and Graphic Arts). In 1955, the Faculty of Thai Architecture was established (later changed the name into the Faculty of Architecture). Two more faculties were consecutively established to accommodate the university's growing academic interests, namely, the Faculty of Archaeology and the Faculty of Decorative Arts in the following years. Our Philosophy "Arts and Sciences create a sustainable nation." Our Resolution: "To create arts, knowledge, and wisdom for society." Our Vision: "Silpakorn University is a Leading Creative University" Core Value: T = Transparency E = Excellence A = Amicability M = Moral Courage Core Competency: S = Scientific Thinking I = Integrity L = Love of Wisdom P = Public Mind A = Art Appreciation K = Knowledgeable O = Outcomes Oriented Person R = Responsible Man N = Need for Achievement

Swiss values, an international mindset, and a pragmatic approach. Established in 1973, E.U. Business School (E.U.) is an international, high-ranking business school with campuses in Barcelona, Geneva, Montreux, Munich, and online. We offer foundation, bachelor's, master's, M.B.A., and doctoral programs that focus on business administration, international business, marketing, finance, and enterprise, among others. We provide small, dynamic English classes with the best of both North American and European academic curricula both on-campus and online. Together with E.U.'s global network, our pragmatic approach to business education prepares students for a career in today's rapidly evolving and globalized business world. While studying on E.U. campuses, you can earn state-recognized degrees through our global network of academic partners like the University of Roehampton in London or the University of Derby in the U.K. and the Universidad Catolica de Murcia (UCAM) in Spain. E.U. has a multicultural student body that represents more than 100 nationalities and a 26,000-strong alumni network. Our small class sizes promote personalized and cooperative learning, and you will also have the opportunity to interact with international business leaders through guest lectures and industrial visits. We encourage our students to participate in program-related intercampus exchanges, both continentally and with partner institutions worldwide. E.U.'s partners include Pace University in New York, the University of California in Riverside and Fisher College in Boston, all in the U.S.A. as well as Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM) in Mexico and Shinawatra University in Bangkok, Thailand, among others. Our post-degree partnerships offer students the chance to study in diverse and enriching environments. A comfortable walk from the city's historical center, the E.U. Munich campus is near the world's business leaders. Students regularly attend industrial visits to the headquarters of global enterprises like BMW, Siemens, Paulaner, Coca-Cola, M.A.N. Trucks, Audi, and Porsche. The E.U. Munich campus is centrally located across the street from the historic and lively Theresienwiese fairground, home to the world's largest fair, Oktoberfest. The area underwent a massive change in 1998. Many of the buildings built before 1920 were extensively modernized, and the city's urban plan designed several recreational spaces for a greener and more compact environment.

BTU offers flexible career paths that meet the individual needs in an increasingly rapidly changing world. Our outstandingly supportive supervision and the international and close-knit life on campus create a motivating and creative studying and working environment. Situated in the heart of the Lausitz region, BTU combines outstanding international research with future-oriented teaching. It makes an essential contribution to society, our culture, and the economy through knowledge and technology transfer and further education. As a technical university, BTU offers a teaching concept found nowhere else in Germany: our courses of study lead to either a university or a university of applied science degree, or to a so-called dual education degree, which is obtained through a combination of academic schooling and vocational training. Our university wants to contribute to making tomorrow's world a better place. The research institutes, the administration team, and all departments of Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus–Senftenberg (BTU) work closely together towards this goal. With interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching, knowledge, technology transfer, and further education, BTU is looking for solution approaches that solve global and national and regional problems. These include energy, healthcare, the environment, IT-based networks and communication, and cultural and social issues. We are committed to our social duty to act responsibly concerning research, teaching, and technology transfer. Our interdisciplinary dialogue in engineering, the natural and the social sciences, and the humanities promotes creativity and unlocks new solutions. We are open-minded towards ground-breaking research in other fields. In specific disciplines, we also intend to be one of the leading universities based on excellent basic and applied research. As a small technical university, we are committed to promoting the establishment of cross-faculty and inter-university networks and the development of interdisciplinary research projects that serve civil purposes. Our university's locations lie in a region defined by structural change. We develop solution approaches locally for which there is an international demand. To achieve our aims, we support young scientists and offer attractive and equal opportunities to promote their professional and personal development. Our university has also established a service-oriented framework to support our scientists. We see ourselves as a driver for the innovations that promote the Lausitz region's development. The exchange of knowledge, resources, and expertise means an ongoing dialogue process with our regional and national, and international partners that focuses mainly on current and future social challenges. Our students and young academics obtain employment market relevant qualifications and are given active support as they take on their first positions or decide to set up a business. Our university is a place for lifelong learning. It offers interested people of all ages and the university members a wide choice of further education opportunities. Our dedicated approach results in long-term ties with our alumni and former university members. Our modern and excellently equipped university offers unique courses of study and further study to students from around the globe who are willing to learn and work hard. These courses are the basis for successfully obtaining degrees that meet the regional, national, and international employment market demands. We make research, technology, and enjoyable practice experiences and do our utmost to help our students to become open-minded and discerning academics with a sense of social responsibility. We see ourselves as a campus-based university with three locations, which allows us to meet our students' needs. At our university, the dialogue between the students and those who teach them is ongoing and intensive. We stand for scientific and didactic teaching of a high standard. Our innovative, extremely accessible teaching concept is completed by university preparation courses, careers advice, and skills promotion offers. The Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) is a campus university with three sites: the Cottbus Central Campus, the Cottbus-Sachsendorf Campus, and the Senftenberg Campus. As a university of technology, the BTU offers a teaching concept that is unique nationwide in that its courses lead to either a university or university of applied science degree or to a so-called dual education degree, which is obtained through a combination of academic schooling and vocational training.

IMT schools were established by public authorities to support economic and industrial development in France as early as the 18th century. Our schools promote entrepreneurship and encourage the incubation of technology projects: every year, nearly 100 startups receive support at our schools' business incubators. The schools offer a wide range of tools that help students understand and experience innovation and entrepreneurship. Students benefit from the extensive partnerships between IMT schools and local and national innovation centers. Beyond entrepreneurship, these programs train engineers and managers with an awareness of value creation and innovation, enabling them to offer the creativity companies are looking for. IMT and its schools are a significant driving force in creating Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) in French and English, particularly in telecommunications, digital technology, and engineering sciences. By dovetailing their expertise and know-how in innovative teaching methods, IMT's schools now enjoy a wide range of representative training programs. As a global key player with an international outlook, IMT attracts students from across borders (33% of students enrolled on its Master's and PhD-level courses are from abroad), while also sending its students to the best foreign universities with which IMT has established exchange agreements and complementary dual-degree courses through its schools' existing bilateral agreements. Our Vision is to Combine digital technology and energy science to transform society and industry through training, research, and innovation. We are at the intersection of two worlds: the business world and the realm of higher education. Both of these areas are in transition in the context of increasing globalization: the digital revolution has led to a profound transformation in society and industry. The French higher education sector must ensure its presence on the international scene, at a time when energy and environmental issues have taken on primary societal importance. We are also at the intersection of two stories: the stories of two schools created fifteen years apart. Since their beginnings, they have gone on to fulfill their missions, contributing to the nation's economic development and international influence through training, research, and innovation. We have chosen to join forces in creating a new school, combining digital technology, energy, and environmental sciences, and able to contribute to developments in industry and society by training managers (engineers, MSc, Ph.D.) who are active agents of this transformation. Deliberate, collective advancement and constant forward-thinking, have always been driving forces behind our dynamism, as our relationship with the Ministry of Industry. On January 1st, 2017, we created the first "Mines-Télécom" school of IMT, which became one of the top ten engineering schools in France – a school endowed with excellent research potential. We are committed to being a multi-site school, reflecting the reality of today's world a school deeply rooted in its local regions and able to contribute to their development a school conscious of its environmental and societal responsibility a school which trains managers capable of understanding and mastering complex, highly interconnected systems of the future, by combining their knowledge of systems and the networks connecting them. IMT Atlantique is an institute of higher education and research, born through the fusion of École des Mines Nantes and Telecom Bretagne in January 2017. Research and innovation constitute one of the school's primary missions in its fields of excellence: digital technology, energy, and environment. The institute is authorized to deliver the Ph. D. diploma within the Community of Universities and Institutions, University of Bretagne Loire (Comue UBL).

Mikkeli Campus is located at a former military base with beautiful buildings and surroundings. It has a truly international atmosphere as there are over 300 international students from many different countries on campus every year. There are 3500 students and 300 staff members on the campus all together. There are two bachelor's degree programs taught entirely in English: Environmental Engineering and Information Technology on the Mikkeli campus. Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences (Kyamk) and Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences (Mark) merged at the beginning of 2017. The new university of applied sciences is South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk). Xamk is an innovative higher education institution driven by the idea of unlimited lifelong learning and study. The passion to learn is not bound to time, place, or method – it is a way of looking at the world. We promote well-being and sustainable development through global networking and by creating new digital solutions. The strategic objective is to be among the top five universities of applied sciences in Finland regarding student satisfaction, studies, and graduates' employment rate. One of the goals is to be the largest Finnish university of applied sciences in RDI activities and education provided through the Open University of Applied Sciences. The new university of applied sciences wants to be a strong and responsible partner that fully exploits its geographical location. South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences is a pioneer in digital learning, entrepreneurship, and Russian co-operation. Xamk is a higher education institution that focuses on sustainable well-being and technology. Mikkeli is a lively town with the most beautiful lake scenery, a combination of exciting history and traditions, active business, high education and research, culture, nature, and internationality. Mikkeli has approximately 50 000 inhabitants, and over 6000 students are studying in the city. Mikkeli is located in Eastern Finland in an area with many lakes and forests. The town is located not so far away from the metropolitan area, so one can quickly get there by bus or train. Mikkeli has a fascinating history since the town served as the Finnish army's headquarters during three wars. That is why you can see 'Headquarters' mentioned in many places. Mikkeli is a lively town not only in summer but also in winter. We have enjoyed beautiful ice sculptures the last winter as part of the international ice festival arranged in the center of town. In addition to different festivals, you can enjoy various happenings throughout the year, the world-famous Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra being a good example.

Since its inception in 1972, AASTMT has been dedicated to fostering a highly professional environment of advancing knowledge, developing human potential, and breaking new intellectual and academic ground to improve the lives of human beings and communities all over the Arab and the whole World. The talented, diverse, and dedicated group of people who make AASTMT - be they students, researchers, professors, administrative or academic staff, graduates, or parents - are most valued, appreciated, and cherished. They have been indeed the source of AASTMT ''s continuous success and massive growth along more than forty years of strenuous efforts and dedication to reach out to the highest levels of achieving an outstanding level of human development and academic excellence. AASTMT Vision "To be a world-class university in Maritime Transport and Higher Education in compliance with the international standards of Education, Scientific Research, Innovation, and Training while fulfilling its Social Responsibilities in order to maintain its position as the distinguished Arab Expertise House and to be the first choice of the students in the region". AASTMT Mission "Contributing to the social and economic development of the Arab region by offering distinguished Change Agents who have been qualified through comprehensive educational programs, high caliber faculty, and centers of excellence in research, training, and consultancies while strictly committed to the highest levels of Quality". Concerning the Academy' 's varied fields of practice, and its future aspiration and desire towards ensuring the achievement of its sustainable development with all the parties that it deals with, AASTMT has identified its Strategic Goals as follows: Excellence in Education Excellence in Scientific Research & Innovation Excellence in Student Life Fulfillment of Social Responsibility Global Reach Since October 2007, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) has been pumping new blood into its leading figures, making use of its experienced staff and planning for its future to preserve the gains it has achieved and its status at all levels, local, Arab and international, to keep up with the modern changes and to achieve excellence in the studies and research of maritime transport, engineering and management in order to prepare qualified calibers capable of catering for the Arab society demands of development in the twenty-first century. This trend is due to the developmental and environmental challenges the Arab countries face, as these challenges require integrated measures at both national and regional levels. Besides, there is a need to reinforce the joint Arab work and provide assistance through programs, projects, and technical support to foster the local and regional activities, a significant element for realizing sustainable development in the Arab countries. In this context, His Excellency, Amr Moussa, the Arab League Secretary-General, gives directives towards restructuring, developing, and modernizing the AASTMT to help the Arab countries achieve their national aims in light of the AASTMT's objectives stated it its establishment agreement.

University Católica Portuguesa (better known in Portugal as UCP or just "Católica") was established in 1967 by decree of the Holy See (Lusitanorum Nobilissima Gens), at the request of the Portuguese Bishops' conference and under Concordat Law. Universidade Católica Portuguesa is an academic community that helps defend and develop human beings and his/her cultural heritage through research, teaching, and services. A significant presence in the Portuguese university world, characterized by a Christian vision of humanity and making a specific contribution to all knowledge areas. It was the first modern Portuguese university not to be founded by the State but is instead the result of the Concordat between the Portuguese government and the Vatican, which established the university under the Catholic Church's tutelage. About its identity, the UCP falls within the scope of the Church's mission while specifically serving both the religious and lay communities the university aim to: advance culture, promote research and higher education educate ecclesiastical members in the humanities, philosophy, and theology prepare students to contribute to society create a genuine university community continue graduates training carry out extra-university activities contribute to Portuguese society through both the study of its problems and the promotion of its cultural values spread Christian thought, values, and ideals. UCP is an independent not-for-profit organization of a public utility, created by the Congregation for Catholic Education (Holy See) under an international treaty, the Concordat between Portugal and the Vatican, and recognized by the Portuguese State in 1971. The university's legal framework is established by Decree-Law 128/90 (17 April). The university's current statutes, issued in 1993, establish the following ruling bodies - High Chancellor, Rector, Board of Trustees, Rector's Council, Financial Management Board. The following are also aging bodies of the university: the Congregation for Catholic Education and the Portuguese Bishops' Conference. UCP degree programs and the resulting qualifications (bachelor's, master's, and doctorate) have the same value and effects like those from state universities (Decree-Law 128/90). Since it started operating in 2009, A3ES (the Portuguese Evaluation, Quality-assurance, and Accreditation Agency for Higher Education) has been accrediting and evaluating our degree programs. UCP publishes in a broad range of areas, including collections, academic journals, and newsletters from the faculties and study centers. In 1998, the university created its own publishing company - Universidade Católica Editora - which publishes in a wide range of academic areas, ranging from theology to biotechnology and the social sciences to engineering. Universidade Católica Editora aims to help promote the academic and research activities of UCP, acting as an excellent means of communication between its academic staff and society at large.

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences was founded on 1 January 1988 by merging nineteen educational institutes in Rotterdam, Delft, and Dordrecht. This was the start of a school for higher education in Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences has more than 36,000 students and more than 3,500 employees. There are various programs to choose from across all educational sectors, except in the agrarian sector. Our education is closely connected to developments in the metropolitan region of Rotterdam. Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences has more than 36,000 students and more than 3,500 employees. There are various programs to choose from across all educational sectors, except in the agrarian sector. Our education is closely connected to developments in the metropolitan region of Rotterdam. The merger resulted in an organization that was divided into four faculties. The Faculty of Educational Programmes included the former pabo schools (secondary teacher training) in Rotterdam and Dordrecht, the Teacher Training school in Delft, de Nutsacademie, and part-time teacher training programs in Rotterdam and the province of Zeeland. The Faculty of Visual Arts and Architecture included those two academies. The Polytechnics Faculty included the higher technical school of Dordrecht and two programs for laboratory training in Rotterdam and Delft, the Academy for Nautical Training, and higher education for Maritime Mechanical Engineering. The Faculty of Health, Labour Relations, and Health Care consisted of the Social Academy, the higher education school of Youth Welfare, and Nursing, the Academy of Physical Therapy, and schooling for Speech Therapy. Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences stands for inclusive, high-quality education. We organize our education to be context-rich. Students, lecturers, researchers, and professionals are working together in a work-study environment. In the education vision of Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, we identify characteristics and basic principles of our education. The content and application of that vision are in the hands of the lecturer teams. They realize and organize education that fits their students, the professions they are educating for, and their specific study program's identity. Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences has chosen to commit to the expanding city of Rotterdam. Society has not stopped developing, and neither has the city. More and more potential students find their way to Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. Often these are kids of immigrant parents, the first generation of families in this country to enroll at a school of higher education. This asked for a different approach because this new generation of students was less prepared for the independent study. Therefore, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences presented a new and finely tuned policy. Using the motto 'Exceed Expectations,' the school wanted to challenge all youth to achieve the maximum result during their studies, including the disadvantaged group. The project 'Study Success for Everyone' and stimulating education using the Rotterdam Education Model needed to make this ambition possible. The school's role as an institute of higher education for this region was given more emphasis. The clusters were divided into eleven institutes better to connect education, research, and contract education. Although the institutes were given some freedom to develop, the school ensured that school policies' unity would be kept intact. In September 2012, Ron Bormans was appointed Chairman of the Executive Board of Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. His role in the organization and his observations led to a thorough analysis of the school's state and current situation. The most important conclusions were presented in his Focus program. The shortest summary is that the school was doing well but was still not doing everything well. The connection with Rotterdam was the right choice. Thus, education and research were better connected to the city, and a hefty investment was made in reaching the youth of Rotterdam and keeping them in school. Investment in the quality of lecturers was also on the rise. But the school still did not achieve enough. The school continued to focus on the broad and diverse student population, as is Rotterdam, but the quality of education needed to improve. For that reason, the Focus program turned the school's complete attention to the quality of our Bachelor education. The intrinsic bond between students and lecturers needed to be more vital to increase Study Success, and education needed to profit more from applied research. The Focus program started another way of working and thinking within the school. Guidelines are placing more responsibility with lecturer teams and supporting management, services, and staff.

Saxion University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest higher education institutions in the Netherlands, with close to 27,000 students (and still growing!). Saxion University has a rich history – its roots can be traced back to 1875. A merger of two educational institutions, the Hogeschool Enschede and Hogeschool IJselland, in 1998 paved the way for Saxion University in its present form. This merger enabled Saxion to build further on its strong position in Dutch higher education. Since then, Saxion University has come to be recognized as an essential center of expertise at regional, national, and international levels. We are very proud of our diverse student body. Our international student population tops 3,500 students with a total of 89 different nationalities. Many of Saxion's full-time educational courses are already conducted in English, with more added each year. Our 'international classrooms' are made up of a mix of students from all over the world. In this way, we provide you with a truly multi-cultural experience to compare experiences with and learn from fellow students of different backgrounds and nationalities. Education at Saxion is very student-focused, and we offer you support not only from a theoretical point of view but also in terms of your personal development. While studying at Saxion University, you will have the opportunity to gain both the knowledge and the skills you require to continue your chosen career path. The Ministry of Education, Culture regulates saxion University of Applied Sciences and Science, which is the is the Dutch national system of legislation and quality control for educational institutions. Besides, several of Saxion's Master's programs are accredited by educational institutions abroad, including the University of Greenwich. Thanks to this legal framework, you can rest assured that the level of education offered at our universities meets high-quality standards, both nationally and internationally. We're working together with the Dutch organization for international cooperation in higher education (Nuffic). Visit us at a higher education fair near you – you will find our representatives and us in the Nuffic' Study in Holland' pavilion! Saxion aims to distinguish itself by establishing a reputation in the field of Living Technology. This involves looking at the interaction between technology and society. Living Technology is about developing innovative products and techniques and research into the impact of innovative technology on humanity and society (and vice versa). Our spearheads are innovative technology, demand-driven social relevance, co-creation, and collaboration between disciplines. The alumni of Saxion University of Applied Sciences are an essential part of the Saxion community. After graduation, most of our international students go back to their home countries. Even though geographical distances can be very long, we would like to develop close relationships with our alumni. At the moment, we are developing more new features for you to keep in contact with both fellow alumni and Saxion staff. We often travel around the world to visit our partners or international educations fairs. While we are in your region, we would love to meet. Keep an eye on our schedule, and maybe we will visit your country! You, Saxion alumni, are of great value to us. You are our ambassadors in your countries. Your support to the Saxion community is highly appreciated. You can assist us at the educational fairs and tell our future students about your experiences at Saxion and in the Netherlands. Saxion University of Applied Sciences has been participating in the Erasmus program for many years now. In 2014 Saxion has been awarded the Erasmus+ charter 2014-2020 to participate in the activities of Erasmus+. Erasmus+ (2014-2020) is a European funding program and offers a range of opportunities for Dutch organizations to access education, training, youth, and sports activities.

Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), formerly known as Universiti Industri Selangor, was established on 23rd August 1999. We are currently operating at two campuses, the sprawling 1000-acre Main Campus in Bestari Jaya and the City Campus in Shah Alam. Our establishment is in line with the State Government's intention to make Selangor the leading regional education hub. Selangor plays an active role in the delivery of higher education programs in order to enhance the development of human capital excellence. As one of the earliest private institutions of higher learning in Malaysia, UNISEL is unique as it is Malaysia's first state-owned university. We provide a broad range of programs from technically-inclined fields such as engineering, information technology, health sciences, and biotechnology to education, business, and communication. Each one provides further opportunities for you to specialize and excel in the working world. Our Vision To be a renowned university that nurtures professionals and scholars with high morals and ethical valuesUNISEL is committed to providing an excellent and conducive learning environment to develop competent, upright, and ethical professionals and scholars. Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) is the first state university in Malaysia. The state government of Selangor wholly owns UNISEL. It exudes dynamism, fuelled by vibrant students and dedicated lecturers. Formerly known for its industrial-based curricula and extra-curricular activities, UNISEL is conveniently situated in Selangor's premier state that boasts the highest concentration of industries, central air, and seaports, the heart of the nation's entrepreneurial activities. Our core values are: To be committed to pursuing knowledge and ideas by being continuously adaptable and striving to develop innovative solutions. To be responsible and accountable stewards of the human, financial, physical, and intellectual resources. To be committed to continuous quality improvement and excellence in all our endeavors. To be committed to providing maximum education opportunities for all. To be committed to the spirit of collaboration and teamwork. As Selangor's only state owned-university, Universiti Selangor always thrives on providing the best service on par with other international universities. Additionally, with the support of professional and competent staff members, we remain committed to giving full attention to our efforts to produce leaders in various disciplines. In the practice of being a Leader of Transformation, Universiti Selangor has been able to produce thousands of skilled workers in various sectors at all levels. Indeed, this achievement results from the outpouring of knowledge under the provision of comprehensive and systematic training and sharing of industrial experience during lecture sessions for all graduates.

UCSI Built on the principles of audacity, perseverance, integrity, and excellence, UCSI University is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu, and Sarawak, Malaysia. Our faculties, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to meet student needs, offer a broad spectrum of academic programs, ranging from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, and Architecture to Music, Multimedia, Education, Liberal Arts, and Hospitality. UCSI University is a vibrant community of learning and scholarship. With more than 10,000 students from 110 different countries, the University stands out as a melting pot of diversity. Learners will supplement their pursuit of knowledge with a keen sense of cultural appreciation – a vital trait in today's borderless world. As one of Malaysia's first private universities, UCSI University has long impacted the national higher education landscape, and the University continues to do so with its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The University's academic staff are at the forefront of their disciplines, and their views are highly sought after on major issues from business to political science. Many of our academics have extensive experience working overseas, and some play advisory roles in public bodies and various committees. By bringing their experiences into the classroom, our academics cater to a stimulating learning environment, and learners will thrive as they balance academic mastery with industrial application. UCSI University's strong track record of university-industry engagement has attracted attention from the University's powers to reshape Malaysia's tourism and hospitality industry through education. By leading the Malaysian Centre of Tourism and Hospitality Education, a consortium of Malaysia's foremost education institutions that endeavors to equip at least 50% of the industry's workforce with a diploma or a degree by 2020, UCSI University stands in the nation's service and that of the global community. Building on its domestic standing as a preferred and trusted education provider, the University also expands its influence sphere. Tie-ups with foreign universities, research institutes, and leading multinational companies are repeatedly established, enhancing students' and staff's opportunities in research and development, mobility programs, and career opportunities, among others. While these developments are encouraging, the true story of the University is about its students. Many of our alumni have achieved great things in life, from business to science and the performing arts. Most remain in close contact, and the University is gratified to play a role in grooming movers and shakers that define today's and tomorrow's world. Since its inception in 1986, UCSI University has been committed to further discovering and celebrating knowledge. Our Vision is To be an intellectually resilient praxis university renowned for its leadership in academic pursuits and engagement with the industry and the community. Our Mission is: To promote transformative education that empowers students from all walks of life to be successful individuals with integrity, professionalism, and a desire to contribute to society. To optimize relationships between industry and academia through education and unparalleled workplace exposure via praxis centers. To spearhead innovation in teaching and learning excellence through unique delivery systems. To foster a sustainable research culture, value innovation, and practice, in partnership with industries and society. To foster a sustainable research culture, value innovation, and practice, in partnership with industries and society. To operate ethically at the highest standards of efficiency while instilling values of diversity and inclusiveness, to sustain future generations' vision.

For over 46 years, Taylor's College Lakeside Campus has established itself as the Best Pre-University in Malaysia in academic excellence and track records for placing students into top universities of their choice. Taylor's College Lakeside Campus is a member of the Taylor's Education Group, comprising Taylor's University, Garden International School, Australian International School Malaysia, Nexus International School Putrajaya, Nexus International School Singapore, and Taylor's International School. Core Purpose The core purpose of Taylor's College Lakeside Campus is to educate the world's youth to take their productive place as leaders in the global community. Taylor develops and implements a robust approach to equip students with tools, inspirations, and motivations to acquire LEARNING skills, LIFE skills, and LEADERSHIP skills to be a productive leader who gives back to society. Mission "All students in universities of their choice." Every year, Taylor's College Lakeside Campus places more than 1,000 students into the world's top 200 universities. As the gateway to the most prestigious and outstanding universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Harvard, Oxford, and Yale, Taylor's College Lakeside Campus encourages the student to start right and succeed in university

IMU is a university wholly specializing in medicine, health sciences, and complementary medicine programs, which means that all resources are devoted to excellence in this area of Education. Comprising of five schools in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, the IMU has something to offer everyone interested in pre-university, undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuous learning programs in the field of healthcare. IMU is also pioneering the close integration of Research and Healthcare practice together with Education. Students get early exposure to research projects by interacting with the established IMU Institute for Research, Development & Innovation (IRDI) throughout their degree. Over the years, IMU has also established partnerships with leading hospitals to allow its staff and students to get continuous and extensive real-life clinical experience. It also operates its private clinics, IMU Healthcare, in Dentistry, Chiropractic, and Chinese Medicine to ensure close integration of real practice with Education. IMU pioneered the partner university model. It has established a robust global network of more than 29 partner institutions of higher learning. These collaborations cover most of the undergraduate programs offered in IMU. This reflects its historic commitment to opening doors to education and training opportunities outside Malaysia via credit transfer and twinning programs, opportunities that would not otherwise be available to Malaysians. IMU’s diverse partner universities include universities from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States of America, Ireland, China, and the United Kingdom. IMU’s Learning Philosophy is grounded on its core values, which fosters students’ development into knowledgeable, competent, and caring healthcare professionals who are critical thinkers, reflective, and proactive. The IMU Cares program provides ample opportunities for IMU students and staff to engage and serve the community. Active involvement in the community allows students to translate knowledge gained in classrooms into health education to the public, enhance communication skills, and strengthen professional and technical skills in real-world environments. All this combines to create graduates committed to lifelong learning and imbued with a sense of good citizenship, leadership, and ethical behavior. At IMU, you will have relevant clinical exposure and industrial placements, which better prepares you to become a healthcare professional, giving you an advantage in the employment market. Also, you will study alongside a diverse population of students and practitioners from all healthcare fields. This inter-professional learning allows you to appreciate how the different healthcare practice fields relate and complement each other, which better prepares you for employment. You will also have the chance to develop strong friendships amongst peers that will be the foundation of an extensive professional network upon graduation, facilitating your career development. IMU is the first and only private Malaysian medical university to receive self-accreditation status from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The self-accreditation status entitles a higher education provider (HEP) to accredit its programs except for programs that require accreditation and recognition of the relevant professional body. MQA awards public universities and private campus branches based on the respective institution’s stable and reliable internal quality assurance system. IMU is committed to academic freedom and the principles of equal opportunity in the pursuit and application of knowledge, the highest standards of intellectual, educational, and research productivity, and establishing a learning organization that respects the individual. As an educational institution, our mission is: To further strengthen the IMU as a center of excellence for undergraduate programs in medicine, pharmacy, and other health sciences programs To establish the IMU as a center for higher Education providing training through multidisciplinary programs To establish the IMU as a center for postgraduate training and Continuing Professional Education To train knowledgeable and skillful professionals with high ethical standards who will be dedicated to serve and improve the quality of life of the community To train competent professionals with the use of innovative technologies of knowledge, especially ICT, in the teaching-learning process

In April of this year, 2018, Wakayama Medical University will initiate its third interim plan setting concrete objectives for six years. As we work toward the significant milestone of the 80th anniversary of this university's founding in 2025, it is as if we were making a new start under the slogan "To be a university that spreads its wings to soar out into the world with the community." Wakayama Medical University aims to contribute to local development efforts and the health and welfare of the people in the world by conducting researches both in primary and general areas of medicine and in highly specialized areas, helping our students and staff become highly ethical-minded, humanistic, and skilled in medicine, and by meeting the expectations of the people in Wakayama prefecture for medical care. While providing high-level specialized education, this university has developed a wide variety of education in community medicine, health preservation, and welfare. In doing so, it has contributed to the cultivation of the qualifications to respond to people's broader needs concerning health and illness as medical personnel. We train healthcare professionals who turn a stern eye toward disease but a gentle eye toward the "person who has the disease." Moreover, we train healthcare professionals who have developed an international perspective through practice in a medical education program based on international standards (WFMG) and global exchange. By enhancing the School of Medicine's Basic Medical Practicum and promoting the MD-PhD course, we seek to cultivate a research mind through By enhancing the Graduate School of Medicine's Medical Research Course and Health Nursing Course, we aim to promote high-level medical research in primary medicine, clinical medicine, and health nursing. Moreover, by enhancing the Health Care and Nursing Sciences Masters Program through the addition of the planned new Pharmaceutical Research Course, we aim to make our hospital into a core clinical research hospital with a research support system strengthened by the establishment of a research administrator (URA) and improvement of the Clinical Research Center, to promote higher-level research. Our basic principles are as follows: To contribute to raising the standards of higher education and academic research. To train students to acquire high-level specialized and comprehensive skills. To provide the best possible learning environment for the students. To provide leading-edge medical treatments. To contribute to the advancement of healthcare in the community. To provide people in the community with the opportunities for life-long education. To coordinate the efforts of the local community, industry, educational institutions, and government organizations. To plan activities aimed at enhancing the health and welfare of people. The future of medicine and the future of this university are in the hands of you, young people. Our university, which is now aiming to become a comprehensive medical university, is endeavoring to spread its wings widely, along with you young people. I call out to you, people who aim to become doctors, people who aim to become medical researchers, and people who aim to become nurses, public health nurses, birthing assistants, and doctors who wish to undergo further training. Our university has created an environment under which the young's power can be freely exhibited, and we welcome young people filled with passion. Won't you join us as we work together with the young to create a unique university leader in education, research, and treatment?

Yamanashi Prefectural University welcomes the community and strives to contribute to vibrant advances through its "glocal" wisdom, which combines global and regional perspectives. As globalization expands rapidly, each local community today must tackle issues such as worsening environmental problems, diversifying market fundamentals, and deciphering technology's advantages and disadvantages from a global point of view. In a natural, industrial, and socially abundant environment like this, YPU is pursuing the university education "as a stronghold of glocal wisdom, can nurture future practical leaders, and is open to the community and faces local society," thereby trying to realize a future-oriented "promising and humanitarian" university for students and academic and administrative staff. In other words, it is our goal to cultivate the ability and skill of individuals who will give the full scope of their abilities in the long term to improve society for the better. To attain this goal, we have selected our teaching staff based on their career experience in the real world. Furthermore, we prioritize general education, which, in our opinion, helps students establish their dignity and self-formation. Also, we offer courses in foreign language communication and computer technology to improve their communication skills and broaden their networks. In professional training, students will learn current regional issues as well as problem-solving methods. They are expected to master expertise and, at the same time, recognize the importance of learning scientific methods and "seeing" the whole scheme comprehensively. Coursework for individual majors emphasize problem-solving strategies and incorporate scientific methods to manage current regional and practical life issues. We teach students to look beyond. Extra-curricular activities will also work. By attending voluntary activities, students are expected to elevate their independence and learn to take the initiative in society through collaborating with people of different backgrounds. At Yamanashi Prefectural University, we urge students to engage in extra-curricular activities. Through collaboration with people outside of the classroom, students learn life skills to succeed and a greater understanding of independence. For such occasions, we have established The University Center for Research and Exchange. The center coordinates the community's demand with the university's intellectual resources. The university has established strong support with residents of Yamanashi Prefecture. We work hard to fulfill people's expectations and contribute to Yamanashi's development; at the same time, we try to contribute from Yamanashi to the nation and beyond to the world.

The University of Yamanashi respects an individual and the freedom of academic inquiry and the pursuit of truth. We proactively accept diverse cultures and values. The University of Yamanashi is a place where people with healthy minds are developed into individuals ready to respond to society's demands in pursuit of broad knowledge and deep expertise. Our graduates are prepared to become community leaders and contribute to global peace and everyone's welfare. At the University of Yamanashi, we aim to nurture students and teachers with a high level of culture and ethics and broad cultural experiences and deep expertise. Our graduates can become part of the community's backbone and "citizens of the world" capable of contributing to global peace and the welfare of people everywhere. Based on this charter, directors, faculty, and students of the University of Yamanashi, in cooperation with all like-minded individuals, aim to achieve the following objectives. At the University of Yamanashi, we engage in education and research-based on concerns not only for our current generation but also for the welfare of future generations and the environment. At the University of Yamanashi, we work together outside of our specialty areas, creating new fields of learning that flexibly combine a range of disciplines to solve diverse issues. At the University of Yamanashi, we take an international view on finding problems and solving them. We create research centers that draw people from around the world and contribute to academic learning and science and technology development. At the University of Yamanashi, we develop citizens with ethics and autonomy by supporting students and encouraging them to use their expertise to play a global society effectively. At the University of Yamanashi, we examine issues faced by the local community and work with the community for achieving solutions, the results of which we then share with the world. At the University of Yamanashi, we apply the results of education and research to society to serve and proactively give back to society. At the University of Yamanashi, we introspectively assess our efforts and ask for society's inputs as we continually engage in the reform. In addition to advancing leading-edge research that blends medicine, engineering, and agriculture and through advanced, result-based education, the University of Yamanashi contributes to society by developing well-educated individuals capable of responding to regional demands and becoming part of the backbone of the local community while playing an active role on the world stage. Our university has a Faculty of Education and Human Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Engineering, and the Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences. Students here learn from advanced research and highly respected faculty who instill passion, broad perspectives, superior ethics, and specialized capabilities in every student. The year 2016 will be exciting as the university is implementing a radical educational reform in graduate schools through a large-scale reorganization of existing graduate schools and creating a new graduate school for agriculture-related sciences. The implementation will be accomplished in three phases, with mid-term plans for 2016 that correspond to various needs. These critical changes will further advance our education and research designs that bring together various fields. We strive to strengthen the ability to succeed and contribute to the local community by creating exceptional individuals who can accept local and global roles internationally. As noted above, the University of Yamanashi trains individuals who display the ability to succeed. To further advance that goal, we will continue to assess our efforts and ask for cooperation and input from everyone, within and outside the school, as we continually engage in the reform.