Sustainability

University of Cyberjaya (UoC) defines sustainability as a term that encompasses all aspects of ethical business practices by addressing relevant issues responsibly and profitably.

The University recognises the importance of sustainability and its increasing impact to our operations. We are committed to understanding and implementing sustainable practices and to exploring the benefits to the University whilst attempting to achieve the right balance between the needs of the wider community and our focus on delivering quality education to our students.

Mision, Vision & Objectives


Mission

To be champions of sustainable development and play a leading role in the implementation of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) in University of Cyberjaya and community.


Vision

To empower University of Cyberjaya staff and students with the knowledge and skills related to sustainable development goals (SDGs) for creating social and environmental impact through research, campus projects and outreach programmes.


Objectives

  1. Implement research, campus projects, outreach programmes towards achieving SDGs (research, outreach)
  2. Engage staff and students in campaigns and projects related to SDGs through teaching and learning and capacity building (institutional culture)
  3. Raise awareness about SDGs through public lectures, community events or forums through partnerships (external leadership)

Advocacy


The University of Cyberjaya advocates Sustainability through the following methods. Sustainability Committee

Building internal capacity and ownership of the SDGs by the appointment of committee with representatives from all faculties and centres supported by the management, launching and subsequent training.


Sustainability Road Map

Identifying priorities, opportunities and gaps in SDGs that are relevant to the university, local community, and nation through Sustainability Road Map.


Strategic plan

Integrating Sustainable Development Goals within university strategies, research, and outreach programmes.


Monitoring, evaluating, and communicating actions

Collecting data through research and reporting impact through publications, website, social media, and annual report.

 

Recognition

 

The University of Cyberjaya ranked top 401-600 joins a growing list of world leading universities highlighted in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023. The Rankings is organised and published by Times Higher Education (THE), the publishers of the World University Rankings. THE Impact Rankings 2020 recognises universities across the world for their social and economic impact based on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

 

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