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Federation University's 2040 strategic plan

Find out how we aim to deliver outstanding learner experiences, job-ready graduates and innovative research that will drive the growth of our regions. 

Our purpose is to deliver the transformative education, training and research that our regions need to thrive.

We’re deeply connected to the communities we serve across Ballarat, the Wimmera, Berwick, Gippsland and Melbourne. Everything we do is about real impact – strengthening economic, social and cultural outcomes through inclusive learning and practical research.

Each year we support tens of thousands of learners. We’re proud to lead Australia in access and equity, with the highest proportion of first‑in‑family learners in the nation. Opening doors and widening participation isn’t just our history – it’s our ongoing commitment to our communities.

Our strategic drivers

Driver 1: Daring to be different
Building a new model of co-operative education and research that seamlessly integrates work and study.
Driver 2: Supporting sustainable and thriving regions
Equipping communities with the talent, knowledge and innovation for the future.
Driver 3: Empowered learners and expanded opportunity
Offering outstanding educational experiences and expanding access to reach more learners in the regions.
Driver 4: Prioritising First Peoples’ and Reconciliation matters
Advancing First Peoples’ leadership and success and embedding First Peoples’ knowledges, histories and cultures respectfully
Driver 5: Remaining proudly local, with global reach
Staying deeply connected to place while pursuing global co-operative opportunities.
Driver 6: Fostering an inclusive and rewarding workplace
Delivering rewarding careers that make a difference in a workplace that values people.

Our enablers

Strategic plan impact

Find out how our plan will positively affect different cohorts.