Vision, Mission and Core Values

Vision

To become a leading institute for arts, sciences, marine, maritime research, innovation, and education programs amongst universities, research institutes, and industry.

Mission

To enhance, facilitate and deliver internationally recognized, cross-disciplinary and high-impact research and education in arts, sciences and marine sciences, and ocean engineering.

Institutional values

What we stand for

The UKF's institutional values represent the system of principles and standards that guide its institutional culture and decision-making processes to achieve excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility in alignment with internationally recognized practices.

Integrity: Adhere to the highest ethical principles, works with integrity and accountability, and fosters an environment of trust and credibility.
Transparency: Committed to transparency in communication with all stakeholders through diverse channels.
Inclusiveness: Welcome everyone and values intellectual and cultural diversity.
Creativity & Innovation: Strives without limits to improve lives through creativity and innovation in the pursuit of academic excellence.
Excellence: All activities are conducted according to the highest international standards of outstanding performance.

Goals

Founding goals of the University

The founding goals of the University have been defined since its inception under Decree-Law No. (1) of 2022.

Create an academic and humanitarian identity that emphasizes Islamic values, Arab authenticity, and scientific advancement.
Achieve balanced growth in student's personalities, knowledge, and skills, and prepare well-trained human resources, both theoretically and practically, to meet the requirements of comprehensive national development plans.
Promote and support scientific research to advance knowledge and contribute to community development and societal progress.
Develop and offer higher education programs that ensure academic excellence, aligned with the University’s policies and community needs.
Strengthen cultural and scientific collaboration with universities, higher education institutions, and scientific entities at regional and international levels.
Provide a supportive and enabling environment for students, faculty, and administrative staff of diverse nationalities, fostering excellence, creativity, and innovation.
Contribute to community service through strategic partnerships with government and private sectors, responding effectively to societal needs.

Official Source: Decree-Law No. (1) of 2022 concerning the Organization of the University of Khorfakkan.

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