The School is committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence and innovation. We nurture a dynamic community that thrives on exploring new technologies and advancing digital engineering. Our purpose is to empower students, staff, and faculty with the insights and skills needed to excel in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, underpinned by principles of curiosity, respect, and collaboration.
This Policy has been developed in line with the applicable laws, regulations, regulatory advice, and sector best practices, including the following:
Recent breakthroughs in AI and other deep technologies have opened up unprecedented opportunities to create a better tomorrow. The age of abundance is within reach, and profound innovations are possible across every industry, sector, and aspect of our world. But we have a massive legacy. Transforming the world as we know it, into what it can be, won't happen on its own. It's an exciting but also challenging journey that requires strong leadership. It needs leaders who not only know their business domains but also understand technology and the art of innovation. Leaders who can see what's possible, and who can make it happen. Forging those skills is what LSI is all about. Our mission is to foster a community of professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in this new landscape. We educate them on how to use AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for innovative thinking and pioneering solutions. We believe in a future where technology is shaped by diverse, intelligent minds, working together to create a more inclusive and forward-thinking society. And we achieve that by offering practical, AI-driven education that applies directly to real-world scenarios. In this rapidly evolving digital age, adaptability and continuous learning are key. At LSI, we prioritise these values, ensuring our students are not only equipped with current knowledge but are also prepared to embrace future advancements. Our curriculum is dynamic and constantly updated to reflect the latest thinking, tools, techniques and ideas, keeping up with the rapid developments in AI and other digital technologies. Ultimately, our goal at LSI is not just to educate but to inspire. We aim to ignite a passion for innovation in our students, empowering them to become leaders who will drive positive change in their industries and communities. We envision our graduates as catalysts for a brighter, AI-enhanced future, where technology serves humanity in profound and meaningful ways. LSI is more than an educational institution; it is a movement. A movement towards a future where AI and innovation are at the heart of solving the world's most pressing challenges. Join us in shaping this future. Join us at LSI.
The School has a vision to forge leaders of our AI-augmented tomorrow.
Given the pace at which technology is shaping society, the shortage of people with the knowledge and skills to lead the charge, and the lack of diversity among those leading digital transformation, the School will immerse learners in an expansive and practical tech-powered study experience, using the latest technology, and transform them into tech leaders that unite and inspire all stakeholders involved in digital projects at all levels of change (team, organisation, and society).
The School's values are:
The School's strategic aims (SAs) are:
The School’s plans for implementing these strategic aims are:
Our academic focus will be on teaching and skills development. We are not a generalist university. We will only provide education in the subject area of computing and also relevant business and management skills related to digital projects.
Every aspect of the School's work focuses on its students. During their time with us, staff and students form a diverse and inclusive community which helps students reach their full potential, flourish as individuals, and go on to positively impact the world. The School's roadmap is driven by its Student Charter:
The School’s Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) Strategy also plays are an important part:
The School is committed to sustainable development, and ensuring the well-being of people and the planet. It will:
The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.