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Senate terms of reference

The terms of reference for the University Senate, including its functions and procedural rules.


Terms Of Reference

Purpose of Senate

Senate is responsible for regulating and directing the academic work of the University.

Key responsibilities

Senate Terms of Reference are set out in Section 19 of the University Statutes (Functions of the Senate) and University Ordinance 8.

Reporting relationships

Senate reports to Council.

Procedural rules

Meeting frequency: Senate meets at least five times a year.

Quorum: The quorum for meetings shall be one third of the membership.

Delegated authorities are set out in the Scheme of Delegation.

Membership

The terms of office expire on 31 July, unless otherwise stated.

Ex Officio members

Elected members

Routine attendees (in attendance)

Other members may be co-opted or invited to attend for specific meetings at the discretion of the Committee.

Council members are renewed annually. All other members serve terms of three years at a time. Members can serve two consecutive terms (a total of six years) but in exceptional circumstances may serve a maximum of three consecutive terms (a total of nine years). All terms are subject to renewal.

Version information

Owner: Senate
Approval Date: 1966, revised in 2000, 2009 and 2021
Approved By: Privy Council (Statutes) and Council (Ordinances)
Date of last review: 2021

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