In our Strategic Plan 2026-2028, we set out a clear ambition: to be recognised as Australia’s number-one Faculty of Science across all our core disciplines.
Grounded in our shared purpose and values, our strategy combines education, research and partnership to turn scientific curiosity into real-world impact. It reflects who we are today, a faculty of national leadership and global relevance, and articulates where we are headed as we work towards our bold ambitions for Sydney in 2032.
We exist to advance science, grow curious minds and serve our communities with knowledge they can trust. By bringing together education, research and partnership around this purpose, we turn discovery into lasting benefit for people and for the planet.
The University of Sydney values of Excellence, Trust and Accountability, combined with our Faculty of Science values of Curiosity, Care and Commitment, shape how we move forward.
Building on strong foundations across our schools, centres and communities, we are committed to deepening scientific education, strengthening research performance and amplifying the real-world impact of our work. Our strategy recognises that achieving national leadership requires focus, investment and a culture that enables our people to do their best work.
Our community of students, staff, partners, alumni and donors, are central to our future. From 2026-2028 and beyond, we will strengthen pathways from education to employment, supporting world-leading discovery research, and creating environments where collaboration, inclusion and care drive performance. We will deepen engagement with industry, government and communities, especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, to advance our commitment to reaching population parity of 3.8% in our faculty staff and student cohorts.
Guided by six integrated strategic priorities, the Faculty of Science Strategic Plan 2026-2028 positions us to ignite curiosity, inspire problem-solvers, advance discovery and translate knowledge into impact.
There’s so much the University of Sydney has to offer, and I feel so incredibly honoured to be a part of these offerings and opportunities. Every. Single. Day.
Bachelor of Science (Anatomy, Histology and Physiology) graduate
Sparking passions and launching bold careers in STEM
We will attract outstanding students from diverse backgrounds and support them to translate their scientific training into impactful careers. We will do this by strengthening pathways from study to work, expanding industry-embedded learning, and ensuring our graduates are recognised as adaptable, ethical and future-ready.
Creating the next generation of problem solvers
We will deliver a deep, contemporary science education shaped by teaching excellence, innovation and care. By investing in our educators, we will improve student experience, learning outcomes and satisfaction so that our graduates feel equipped to tackle the complex challenges of today and the future.
Driving fundamental research in science
We will advance world-leading discovery research that expands the frontiers of knowledge and addresses issues of national and global significance. By building depth, collaboration and coherence across disciplines, we will strengthen our research reputation and long-term research impact.
Unlocking and amplifying our research impact
We will translate discovery into real-world benefits through stronger industry partnerships, policy engagement and support for entrepreneurship. We will also prepare our HDR candidates for diverse, high-impact careers across academia, industry, government and beyond.
Uniting, growing and empowering our community
We will foster a values-led, inclusive and high-performance culture that supports our people to thrive. Strong and visible leadership, capability development and alignment will underpin sustainable excellence.
Raising the profile of our work so it lifts up others
We will deepen engagement with partners, donors and alumni by creating meaningful opportunities for them to contribute to shared goals that advance science-led progress for Sydney, Australia and the world.
