The Board of Governors is responsible for defining and upholding the overall character and mission of the university and the effective and efficient use of its resources.
Members of the board are appointed in accordance with the Instrument and Articles of Government. The board comprises eminent external individuals of national standing, members of university staff, a student representative and the Vice-Chancellor, who is an ex-officio member of the board.
Any queries relating to the Board of Governors should be directed to the Governance Office.
See sub-committees of the board and board meeting dates and minutes and Governance Effectiveness Reviews for further details.
Joining the Board of Governors
If you are not an employee of the university and are interested in becoming an independent governor at the university, please contact the Governance Office to learn more about what opportunities currently exist for recruitment to the board.
Staff and student governors