Values and ethos

A shared sense of purpose, together with a common set of values, is fundamental to a rewarding culture.

Following University-wide consultation with staff and students, four core values have emerged: Integrity, Courage, Innovation and Excellence, and above all, an ethos that is Student Centred.

"Together, these core values and underlying ethos define the way we carry out our work and study, inform the decisions we make, underpin the policies we develop, and guide how we interact with each other and our stakeholders.

They are common touchstones that shape our shared culture and the foundations upon which our future success is built."

Student Centred

"Our underlying ethos of being student centred is a distinguishing feature of the Flinders experience is the measure by which we judge the impact of innovation in teaching and support."

Encourage the student voice.

Celebrate student achievement.

Focus on student success.

Empower students as partners.

Provide timely and meaningful feedback.

"My actions shall speak to the world."

— Matthew Flinders, 1804

Integrity

Maintain the highest professional and ethical standards at all times.
Be accountable for our actions and follow through on our commitments.
Embrace diversity and promote equity, inclusion and social responsibility.
Treat others with courtesy and respect.
Foster a safe and healthy environment for work and study.

"We champion diversity and equality of opportunity, respecting people from all nations, cultures and backgrounds."

Courage

Trust and empower.
Seize opportunities and embrace change.
Learn from experience.
Be open and transparent in our communications.
Pursue critical and open inquiry.

"Our underlying ethos of being student centred is a distinguishing feature of the Flinders experience is the measure by which we judge the impact of innovation in teaching and support."