​​​​​​STRATE​​GY

Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) has been synonymous with excellence in medical and health sciences education and research in South Africa since 1956. 

 

Situated at the feet of Cape Town’s Tygerberg​ Hills, we aspire to be a vital community of​ students, learners, teachers, researchers, clinicians and other staff committed to developing future health professionals who, through innovation and leadership will promote health, prevent disease and provide optimal healthcare. 

 

Together, we are committed to and passionate about attaining excellence, facilitating transformative learning and teaching in the health sciences, engaging meaningfully with the communities we serve and conducting world-class research with measurable impact.

STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS

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  Strategic Focus Area 1

  Focus on systemic sustainability and cultivating innovation – leading by example as a thriving faculty​.​
  

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  Strategic Focus Area 2

  Facilitating a transformative educational experience that prepares our graduates to excel and lead.​
  

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  Strategic Focus Area 3

  Reciprocal partnerships and networks – enhancing inclusive stakeholder engagement.​
  

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  Strategic Focus Area 4

  Networked and collaborative learning communities –  promoting a learning-centred paradigm.​
  

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  Strategic Focus Area 5

  World-class research for impact – growing our reputation of research excellence aligned with the major health challenges on the continent.​
  

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  Strategic Focus Area 6

  Belonging – fostering a people-centred faculty culture in pursuit of becoming a health sciences faculty of choice.​