Senior Leadership Group

The Senior Leadership Group is headed by the Vice Chancellor and supported by the Deputy Vice Chancellors and Head of Administration. This group has the responsibility for the strategic management and development of all aspects of University business.

	Vice Chancellor, Professor Richard Higgott The role of the Vice Chancellor is to encourage, promote and facilitate the very best academic and organisational performance across the whole University. It is a role that requires outstanding and inspirational leadership, energy and commitment, and represents a significant opportunity for a leader to build upon a strong platform and shape an exciting future. View my profile
	Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic, Professor Ann Capling The DVC Academic provides leadership in achieving the University’s strategic goals in learning and teaching. This position has overall responsibility for academic policy and planning, teaching and learning, the student experience, and curriculum, pedagogy and delivery. View my profile
	Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Professor David Morrison The DVC Research has overall responsibility for the strategic direction and focus of research undertaken within the University. This position will be very active in developing closer research links and a funding base with both private and public sector users and providers. In addition the DVC Research is responsible for ensuring the promotion of research for the public good and educating the public about the benefits of research and its contribution to society. View my profile
	Deputy Vice Chancellor, Professional Services, Mr Jon Baldwin The DVC for Professional Services is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and as such plays a critical role in setting and achieving the strategic direction of the University. Operationally this role is responsible for the management of the University's administrative support services and resources. The following areas fall within the responsibility of the DVC for Professional Services: Finance, Legal and Governance, People Services and Culture, Library, Marketing and Communication, Student Services, Transnational Education, Facilities, Commercial Services, Research and Development, Alumni, and Information Technology. View my profile