Academic Independance

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) recognises that academic freedom is a right and responsibility of all staff and students and that it underpins the creation and dissemination of new knowledge.

Academic freedom is central to the mission of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT).

A member of the academic staff of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) shall have the freedom, within the law, in his or her teaching, research and activities, either in or outside, the Institute, to:

 

• Question and test received wisdom.
• Put forward new ideas.
• State controversial or unpopular opinions.

And as a result shall not be disadvantaged or subject to less favourable treatment, by the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT), when exercising this freedom.

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is entitled to regulate its affairs in accordance with its independent ethos, traditions and the traditional principles of academic freedom. In doing so it shall have regard to:

 

• The promotion and preservation of equality of opportunity and access.
• The effective and efficient use of resources.
• Its obligations to corporate and public accountability.