Mission
NOVA will support and promote life sciences in the Nordic countries by facilitating cooperation in higher education. NOVA shall promote establishment of networks that will develop innovative and high quality education within their fields. The bringing together of students, teachers and scientists in NOVA networks and courses will enhance both education and research.

Main aim
NOVA will focus its efforts within PhD and MSc education; create specialized PhD courses of a high international standard, and increase course quality, diversity and student mobility within MSc education.

Key strategic areas for NOVA
1. NOVA networks
2. Quality PhD courses
3. MSc education
4. Political forums