Universities are the key drivers of the knowledge economy.
Universities are regional anchors, integral to their ‘place’ in terms of excellent science, the translation of knowledge and skills into local economies, and being open to industry to benefit from access to leading scientists and infrastructure.
Our institutions are globally-leading because they have the autonomy to invest in high quality science, and are dynamic in the competitive environment which is essential for the healthy development of excellent and impactful research.
As communities of scholars and researchers, we believe in, and actively promote, the value of collaboration and the sharing of insights and resources in the UK and beyond.
The South is a well-established and widely recognised UK hub for science and technology, supported by leading economic and social research.
Our institutions, individually and in partnership with others and with industry and the public sector, train and develop the next generation of knowledge workers, raising the profile of UK-based research and innovation.
