About Bond University

Bond University

University Governance

Academic Senate

The Academic Senate is the peak academic body of the University and in accordance with the Constitution of Bond University Limited, is advisory to the Vice-Chancellor & President.

The composition of the Academic Senate is as follows:

Ex Officio:

  • Vice-Chancellor
  • Deans
  • Registrar
  • Director, University Library Services

Appointed:

One member of the staff of each School, nominated by the Dean (usually the Associate Dean (Academic) or equivalent).

Elected:

One member of academic staff from each School, elected by the academic staff of the School. Any staff member holding at least a two year term appointment or a continuing appointment to be eligible for election.

Students:

Two students to be appointed by Student Council, with a preference for an international/domestic and undergraduate/postgraduate mix.

Term of Office:

One year for the elected representatives with no restrictions on standing for election for subsequent terms.

Standing Committees of Academic Senate

Academic Senate is proposing to undertake a review of its role and function during 2006 and this may result in some changes to the current committee structure and to the terms of reference and composition of some committees. In 2005, Academic Senate was supported by the following standing committees.