Lincoln University Graduate Profile
The Lincoln University Graduate Profile shows what graduates achieve, how they contribute to society and the land-based economy, and connects students, staff, partners and employers.
What is the graduate profile?
The Lincoln University Graduate Profile explains what our graduates know, can do, and how they contribute to the world. It helps students, staff, education partners, and employers understand the key outcomes of a Lincoln education.
This profile highlights the skills, values, and knowledge our graduates develop during their time here. It also shows how Lincoln University plays a meaningful role in society and supports the land-based economy.
It is important to note that the LU Graduate Profile does not replace programme-specific attributes but positions it within a framework that provides an overarching narrative.
Attributes
The Lincoln University Graduate Profile is comprised of the following five attributes:
- Sustainable
- Employable
- Culturally competent
- Grounded
- Research capable
Sustainable
Lincoln University graduates know and understand sustainability specifically in land systems and communities. They are able to apply sustainability principles to their work globally and articulate the benefits of sustainable practice
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 1 – A distinctive, Aotearoa New Zealand, end-to-end student experience
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 2 – Improved assets and sustainable operating models
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 3 – A culture which stimulates and inspires all staff and students
- Contributes to societal needs, staff and student values
Employable
Lincoln University graduates are ready to create value and undertake highly skilled work in land-based sectors
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 1 – A distinctive, Aotearoa New Zealand, end-to-end student experience
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 4 – World-class research and teaching with impact
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 5 – An organisation focused on meaningful partnerships
- Work Integrated Learning and stakeholder engagement with Teaching and Research outcomes
Culturally competent
Lincoln University graduates can work skilfully with Māori interests in Aotearoa New Zealand and recognise the role of indigenous knowledge in the economies of the world
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 1 – A distinctive, Aotearoa New Zealand, end-to-end student experience
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 3 – A culture which stimulates and inspires all staff and students
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 4 – World-class research and teaching with impact
- Actively embrace Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations as a responsible and engaged partner in Teaching and Research
Grounded
Lincoln University graduates are capable, determined and practical; they are ready to help solve the problems of the world in the twenty-first century.
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 1 – A distinctive, Aotearoa New Zealand, end-to-end student experience
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 3 – A culture which stimulates and inspires all staff and students
- Self-starting graduates and staff focused on problem solutions and addressing societal needs through education and research
Research capable
Lincoln University graduates are Research Capable with demonstrable critical analysis skills to understand and assess relevant information.
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 4 – World-class research and teaching with impact
- Aligns with Lincoln University's Strategic Goal 5 – An organisation focused on meaningful partnerships
- Shifts from research-informed to research-based teaching
