The values of the Office of Graduate Studies have evolved from the values of the University. Our values provide a frame of reference for making decisions. They contribute to the general atmosphere of the Office and guide in staff and student training, the pursuit of knowledge and provision of services.
The Office shall defend academic freedom of all researchers and learners in the University in the pursuit of knowledge and truth with commitment to scientific excellence based on the key principle of the University’s educational philosophy that faith and reason are not at odds with each other, but they form two complementary paths of knowledge. We shall uphold the University’s service of the whole circle of truth and knowledge and the unity between faith and reason.
The Office values the diversity of researchers and students who will be involved in its programmes. Our diversity assures that the Office is a forum for the expression, consideration and evaluation of ideas. The educational and research process in our Office is enriched and strengthened by the fact that these ideas arise and are evaluated from such diverse perspectives.
The Office’s progress will be enhanced by encouraging and rewarding creativity and initiative among staff and students. Initiatives undertaken by students and researchers should also demonstrate relevance and applicability to the wider society.
The Office values excellence in its people, programmes, services and facilities. We have a responsibility to encourage and develop excellence in all these areas. We are committed to be leaders.
The Office shall endeavour to promote a results-oriented culture so that there are tangible results for all initiatives undertaken. This will enhance the visibility of the office and University.
The Office shall endeavour to promote integrity, ethical and professional behaviour by all individuals associated with it, especially with regard to academic honesty and protection of intellectual property. It is essential for students, faculty and the public to have trust in us and indeed the entire university.
The Office recognises that students and researchers will have diverse needs. As such it has an obligation to collaborate with other academic and research institutions to facilitate access to its services (for example, reviewing and publishing of research outputs, and training in specific research skills)