- Keen interest of government in water sector development for sustainable economic growth
- Three decades of experience in teaching and research in water science and technology
- University Strategic Plan - 2011-2020 for globalization strengthening collaboration with various universities across the globe
- Experienced and competent staff embarking on water-related research and project works on collaborative bases
- Partnership and funding from across the board has changed research infrastructure and strengthened ties with industries and international academic institutions
- Has very good ICT infrastructure for transferring knowledge and technology
- Comply with Good governance and infrastructure development of the university