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Vision, Mission and Goals

Department of Research and Innovation

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Introduction

Horizon University College (HUC) encourages faculty members to actively contribute to academic, industry, and social research through peer-reviewed publications, international conference presentations, seminars, and collaborations with universities, industry partners, and research organisations across the UAE, MENA region, and globally.

The university provides academic and financial support for high-quality, preferably applied research across Business Management, Social Sciences, Tourism, Language Studies, Computing, and Information Technology. Interdisciplinary research is highly encouraged, aligned with current and emerging trends in innovation.

The Research & Scholarly Activities Committee (DRI) fosters a vibrant research culture, helping identify funding opportunities and supporting research that enhances both enterprise solutions and practical student learning outcomes.

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DRI Vision

To be a vital contributor to research and innovation locally and internationally by cultivating a world-class research environment where cutting-edge, innovative, and socially relevant research can thrive and achieve international recognition.

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DRI Mission

  1. Inspire faculty to expand knowledge and produce high-quality research and innovation.
  2. Promote collaboration within HUC and with external institutions to transform discoveries into societal benefits.
  3. Encourage students to actively participate in research alongside faculty, contributing to meaningful projects that address societal challenges.
  4. Foster a culture of research excellence using intellectual, financial, and physical resources optimally.
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DRI Goals

  1. Provide resources for research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and case study development.
  2. Support collaboration, projects, consultancy, and networking with academia and industry.
  3. Ensure all scholarly activities comply with UAE copyright and patent laws.
  4. Promote research that advances sustainability principles.
  5. Facilitate professional development programs to enhance research capabilities of faculty.
  6. Encourage active student involvement in research, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on experience.
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DRI Objectives

  1. Support research that promotes faculty growth and recognition.
  2. Develop creative partnerships for projects and consultancy with businesses, universities, and government or non-government organisations.
  3. Enhance library and IT resources to support research.
  4. Provide research funding for scholarly activities.
  5. Facilitate faculty publications and presentations in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary streams.
  6. Promote interdisciplinary research collaborations.
  7. Disseminate knowledge and proposals for funded research projects.
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Student Research Participation

HUC actively involves students in research initiatives to develop practical skills, critical thinking, and innovation capabilities. Students are encouraged to collaborate closely with faculty on research projects, contributing to studies that have real societal impact. Participation may include:

  1. Assisting in faculty-led research projects.
  2. Collaborative research under supervision.
  3. Presenting work at conferences and seminars.
  4. Contributing to research publications and case studies.
  5. Participating in student research competitions to showcase innovative ideas and gain recognition.
  6. Applying research findings in real-world settings to enhance learning outcomes.

This approach ensures that students gain hands-on experience, develop professional competencies, actively participate in research that benefits society, and build confidence through research competitions and collaborative projects.