Vision 2020, launched in 2005, presents an ambitious but clear image of the Marine Institute of the future. It was developed over a year of intensive consultation, analysis and reflection. Today, Vision 2020 engages widespread support, both within the Marine Institute and among external stakeholders. The vision for the future is simple... to be a world oceans institute, setting the standards for education, training, innovation, and research.
The Marine Institute has developed a Strategic Plan to guide efforts over the next decade to achieve Vision 2020. This plan outlines the following Institute wide Priorities and Strategic Initiatives that need to be undertaken:
- Students
- Programs
- Research
- Needs of the Province
- Outreach
- Conditions for Success
These Institute wide priorities are closely aligned with the strategic pillars that Memorial University identified in its Strategic Plan.
Implementation of Vision 2020 will be accomplished through a series of iterative five year Implementation Plans:

