The University of Namur puts people at the heart of its priorities. Its values of openness, excellence, freedom and sustainability are reflected in each of its missions as well as in its vision, the strategic plan of the Rectoral Council.

Our missions

Education

The University of Namur has as its mission the training of students and researchers, responsible actors who contribute to the development of a democratic, pluralist and supportive society. Learn more...

Research

The University favors research topics that combine excellence and long-term concern. It pays particular attention to interdisciplinarity and takes into consideration the human and social issues of science and technology. Read more...

Service to society

She puts her knowledge and expertise at the service of society to provide responses to major societal challenges, particularly those of inequality and sustainable development. It actively contributes to the cultural, social, political and economic development of its region in collaboration with local, regional, national and international players. Read more...

Our values

Openness

The University of Namur affirms its desire for openness to the world in its missions to create and transmit knowledge, but also in its conception of relationships with others.

Excellence

The University of Namur aims for excellence in each of its missions, in a resolutely human approach, integrating proximity, solidarity and respect.

Freedom

The University of Namur defends the freedom of opinion of its members. This is based on the autonomy and responsibility of individuals. It fosters collective intelligence, the creation of knowledge and innovation.

Sustainability

The University of Namur wants to be a responsible player in the construction of a sustainable society at the environmental, social and societal levels. It aims for the personal development of each of its members: students, researchers, teachers and staff.

Our vision

Univers 2025, the strategic plan

Defined in 2021 by the Rectoral Council, this plan is built around 5 major objectives and a series of concrete actions. It provides a vision of the future, but it is also, and above all, an iterative and participative process across the entire institution, defining priorities and outlining ambitions. It will evolve over time, in line with new needs and challenges. For 2025 and beyond.

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Institutional positioning

Through a committed and forward-looking institutional positioning, the University of Namur, guided by an ambitious strategic plan, integrates environmental, social and economic principles into all its activities. These are in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

The university's gender and diversity policy reflects its deep commitment to equality and inclusion. The quest for excellence translates into a willingness to provide state-of-the-art resources and services to guaranteequality in teaching, research and in the institution's services. In addition, the ethical aspect is a fundamental value that guides the university's actions.

By combining these elements, the University of Namur embodies a holistic model of excellence, where commitment to sustainability, equality, quality, the future and ethics converges to form a dynamic and progressive academic community.

The brand awareness brochure

Available in English and French, the brochure highlights the institution's achievements, curricula, research and innovation, and partnerships.

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