We lead the change
We are the high-tech systems and materials university in the Netherlands, fully embedded in the Brainport region.
When we set out our in 2018, we recognized that the world around us changes rapidly, and that our ambitions need to evolve in response. In the Institutional Plan 2026-2030, we reaffirm our commitment to lead the change for a better world: educating responsible engineers, empowering academics and professionals, advancing global scientific knowledge, and driving impactful, sustainable innovation in the Brainport ecosystem and beyond.
We want to lead the change together through our education, research and impact.
Our mission, vision and CORe values
Our mission shows what we do as a university, and our vision explains how we do it. Learn more
Our CORe values - Curious, Open, Respectful, Responsible - are our moral compass for all policies, decisions, and actions. Discover our values
Strategic directions
Through educating engineers and creating new knowledge and value for society, we aim to make a difference in:
- Driving innovation ecosystems
- European competitiveness
- Sustainability
One ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø
Success of our strategy depends joining forces as One ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø. We aim to function as a close-knit community, breaking down silos and fostering collaboration across departments and disciplines. This approach emphasizes shared goals, trust, and inclusivity so every member of the university can contribute.
For the years 2026-2030, we focus on three ambitions:
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Talent
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Science, Engineering, Design
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Value for Society
Operations Strategy
At ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø Operations, we work every day to deliver personal, seamless, and connected services to our students, and our academic and professional staff.
We are a strategic partner within One ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø, driven by collaboration.
In doing so, we create space for excellent education, groundbreaking research, and impact for society.
Stories about our strategy
Want to dive deeper into our strategy?
Contact us via strategy@tue.nl