Like any large multinational organisation, the University has a complex system of governance and many organisational units. Its mission is articulated in its strategic plans and much of its policy and administrative work is assisted by a number of committees. The University's operations are determined by the University of Queensland Act 1998 (pdf: 100K), the Statutes at the University of Queensland and the Senate Rules.



Governance
The University of Queensland is governed by a 22-member Senate representing University and community interests. Senate is led by the Chancellor and Deputy Chancellor, elected from within its ranks.

Committees
A great deal of University policy and administrative work is accomplished via committees. The Senate's committees are: Senate Student Appeals Committee ...

Mission
The mission of the University of Queensland is to create a community dedicated to achieving national and international levels of excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, one that makes significant contributions to the intellectual, cultural, s...

Organisational units
To find out more about the University's organisational structure and the relationship between its organisational units, use the Organisational Units database.

Protocol
The Office of Protocol and Ceremonies, within the Office of Marketing and Communications, is responsible for overseeing visits by Regal, Vice-Regal, Federal and State Ministers, and members of the Diplomatic corps and foreign government dignitarie...

Organisation Chart (PDF)
Link to PDF document (57KB) showing The University of Queensland Organisation in a chart format.