
The goals of the National Institute for Christian Education Research (NICER) are derived from the foundation missions of the Church of England and Canterbury Christ Church University
A major goal of the Institute is to support and conduct research and development in order to strengthen the work of Christians in education together with the mission of church schools, colleges and universities.
In particular the Institute will enter into collaboration and partnership with other institutions and bodies that have similar goals, particularly other faith-based higher education institutions and centres.