Explore the University's governance and committees

Find an overview of their responsibilities and learn more about the support they provide.

The Board

Our governing body, the Board carries ultimate responsibility for our overall strategic direction and for the management of our finances, property, employment arrangements and affairs generally. Read on to learn about the committees that report into the Board.
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Audit and Risk Committee

Supports the Board by reviewing how effectively the University manages risk, control and governance, and provides assurance on these arrangements.
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Finance Committee

Supports the Board by overseeing financial strategy and sustainability, including financial reporting, investments, subsidiaries and major capital projects.
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Investment Sub-Committee

Supports the Finance Committee by assessing progress and priorities, and making recommendations.

Renumeration and People Committee

Responsible for approving senior staff pay on behalf of the Board, recommending people strategies and performance measures, and considering any proposals for academic redundancies where required.
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Nominations and Governance Committee

Oversees the appointment of lay members through robust recruitment and selection processes, ensuring the Board has the right blend of skills, experience and diverse perspectives.
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Senate

Responsible to the Board for the promotion of research, the regulation and monitoring of standards in teaching, and the regulation of student discipline.
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Academic Quality Standards Committee (Teaching, Learning and Students)

Maintains academic quality and standards in teaching and learning, and the enhancement of the student experience.

Academic Quality and Standards Committee (Research)

Maintains academic quality and standards in research, including postgraduate research.

University Executive

The senior officers guiding the University’s strategic direction, shaping our long-term vision, setting priorities and supporting our community.
Find out more about the University Executive

Executive Committees

Provide senior strategic leadership and coordinated decision making to guide institutional priorities, manage key risks and resources, and ensure the effective delivery of our mission.

Infrastructure Committee

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Innovation Committee

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International Committee

Provides oversight, strategic direction and coordination for International matters. The Committee ensures the development and implementation of effective strategies, policies and initiatives for this portfolio.

Research Committee

Provides oversight, strategic direction and coordination for research matters, ensuring the development and implementation of effective strategies, policies and initiatives.

Social Responsibility Committee

Provides high-level oversight, strategic direction and coordination for Social Responsibility matters, including for Public, Community and Civic Engagement, Environmental Sustainability, Cultural Institutions and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Teaching, Learning and Students Committee

Provides strategic oversight and coordination to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and the overall student experience across the University.

Assurance Committees

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Cultural Institutions Governance Committee

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

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Environmental Sustainability Committee

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Gift Oversight Group

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Health Safety and Wellbeing Committee

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Information Governance Committee

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Research Compliance Committee

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Research Relationships Oversight Group

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