Memorandum of understanding (MOU)
The purpose of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) is to facilitate discussions between the parties on specific educational projects/areas of collaboration of mutual benefit of interest, with a view to establish the basis on which the parties will collaborate.
A MOU is normally valid for twelve months which should provide both parties enough time to carry out the discussion and to set up further arrangements.
It is not mandatory to sign a MOU in order to develop further partnerships. It is preferable to avoid creating a MOU and proceed directly to agreement relevant to the specific type of partnership. However we understand an MOU is recognised for some institution as a pre-requisite to start discussion on collaborative activities. To set up a MOU arrangement, please complete the MOU Initial Enquiry form and return it to academicpartnerships@plymouth.ac.uk