the world's first and oldest international university network, established in 1913

Akronym: ACU

The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) is the world's first and oldest international university network, established in 1913.

A UK-registered charity, the ACU has over 500 member institutions in developed and developing countries across the Commonwealth. Drawing on the collective experience and expertise of our membership, the ACU seeks to address issues in international higher education through a range of projects, networks, and events.

The ACU administers scholarships, provides academic research and leadership on issues in the sector, and promotes inter-university cooperation and the sharing of good practice – helping universities serve their communities, now and into the future.

Mission

To promote and support excellence in higher education for the benefit of individuals and societies throughout the Commonwealth and beyond.

Vision

Strengthening the quality of education and research that enables our member institutions to realise their potential, through building long-term international collaborations within the higher education sector.

Values

The ACU shares the values of the Commonwealth and believes in the transformational nature of higher education: its power and potential to contribute to the cultural, economic, and social development of a nation.

Webseite: http://www.acu.ac.uk/

Adresse:
The Association of Commonwealth Universities Woburn House, 20-24 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9HF, United Kingdom
London
United Kingdom

Projekte:

• CAAST-NET PLUS