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1. Articles of Government

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2. Standing Orders for the Conduct of the University Academic Board [UAB] and Committee Business

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3. Terms of Reference and Constitution of UAB and its Sub-Committees

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FORMS/APPENDICES

A Academic Board Committee Structure 2010/11

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SECTION D4 – COMMITTEE STRUCTURE RELATING TO ACADEMIC QUALITY & ENHANCEMENT

GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS: AQSPC Academic Quality & Standards Policy Committee

ASC Admissions Sub-Committee

BEPC Business Engagement Policy Committee

CAMS Credit Accumulation & Modular Scheme

CIRA Community Informatics Research & Applications

DfLD Department for Learning Development

DProf Doctor in Professional Studies

DVC Deputy Vice-Chancellor

DVC (D) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development)

DVC (L&SE) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Learning & Student Experience)

DVC (R&E) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Enterprise)

GRS Graduate Research School

HEBP Higher Education Business Partnership

HEFCE Higher Education Funding Council for England

L&IS Library & Information Services

LSEPC Learning & Student Experience Policy Committee

LTAS Learning, Teaching & Assessment Strategy

MPhil Master of Philosophy

MProf Master in Professional Studies

NSS National Student Survey

PASC Programme Approval Sub-Committee

PDPC Portfolio Development Policy Committee

PhD Doctor of Philosophy

PQA Post Qualifications Admissions

PRES Postgraduate Research Experience Survey

PRS Postgraduate Research Student

PSRB Professional, Statutory & Regulatory Body

QAA The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education

QMESC Quality Monitoring & Enhancement Sub-Committee

REF Research Excellence Framework

RFSC Regulatory Frameworks Sub-Committee

RISC Research Institutes Sub-Committees

SASC School Academic Standards Committee

SBEC School Business Engagement Committee

SECSC Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-Committee

SICSC Student Information Co-ordination Sub-Committee

SLTC School Learning & Teaching Committee

SPB School Programme Board

SPC School Policy Committee

SR&DC School Research & Development Committee

SRDC School Research Degrees Committee

SRESC School Research Ethics Sub-Committee

UAB University Academic Board

UCET University Corporate Executive Team

UoA Unit of Assessment

RDSC Research Degrees Sub-Committee

RESC Research Ethics Sub-Committee

RPC Research Policy Committee

UTP University of Teesside Partnership

VCE Vice-Chancellor‟s Executive

WDSC Workforce Development Sub-Committee

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SECTION D4-COMMITTEE STRUCTURE

SECTION D4 – COMMITTEE STRUCTURE RELATING TO ACADEMIC QUALITY & ENHANCEMENT

This Section contains the principles underlying the Committee Structure, including the Articles of Government and the Standing Orders, along with details of the University Academic Board [UAB] and its key Sub-Committees that relate to academic quality assurance and enhancement activities covered in the Quality Handbook. Please contact the Quality & Standards Unit regarding the Articles of Government and the Standing Orders referred to in this Section. Details of the Board of Governors and its Committee Structure, and the University Corporate Executive Team [UCET] and its sub-structure, are available from the Vice-Chancellor’s Office. Appendix A provides a diagrammatic representation of the Committee Structure. 1. ARTICLES OF GOVERNMENT

In exercise of the powers conferred upon it by Section 125 of the Education Reform Act 1998, the University of Teesside Higher Education Corporation makes the following Articles of Government, in accordance with which Teesside University shall be conducted:

1.1 Interpretation

In these Articles, words and expressions shall have the meanings ascribed to them in Paragraph I of the Instrument of Government made by the Privy Council on the 26th day of April 1993, and:

“the holders of senior posts” means the Principal, the Clerk to the Board of

Governors, and the holders of such other senior posts as the Board of Governors may determine, and “holder of a senior post” shall be construed accordingly

“the Staff” includes both teaching and other staff of the University “staff Governor” means a Member of the Board of Governors appointed on

the nomination of UAB, or as a co-opted staff nominee “student Governor” means a Member of the Board of Governors appointed as

a student nominee or as a co-opted student nominee “Students‟ Union” means any association of the generality of students formed

to further the educational purposes of the University and the interests of students as students

The Interpretation Act 1978 shall apply for the interpretation of these Articles as it applies for the interpretation of an Act of Parliament.

1.2 Conduct of the University

The University shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Education Acts 1944 to 1993, any subsequent Education Acts, any relevant regulations, orders or directions made by the Secretary of State or by the Privy Council, and subject thereto in accordance with the provisions of the Instrument, these Articles and any rules or bye-laws made under these Articles.



1.3 Responsibilities of Board of Governors, Principal and UAB

The Board of Governors 1.3.1 The Board of Governors shall be responsible for:

(a) the determination of the educational character and mission of the University

and for oversight of its activities

(b) the effective and efficient use of resources, the solvency of the University and the Corporation, and the safeguarding of their assets

(c) the review and final approval of annual estimates of income and expenditure

(d) the appointment, grading, suspension, dismissal and determination of the pay and conditions of service of all holders of senior posts, and the assignment of duties and appraisal of the Principal and the Clerk to the Board of Governors

(e) setting a framework for the pay and conditions of service of all staff (other than those specified in 1.3.1(d)

(f) the consideration of the amendment of revocation of these Articles of Government (in accordance with the provisions of Article 1.16)

The Principal 1.3.2 Subject to the responsibilities of the Board of Governors, the Principal shall be

the Chief Executive of the University and shall be responsible for:

(a) making proposals to the Board of Governors about the educational character and mission of the University and for implementing the decisions of the Board of Governors

(b) the organisation, direction and management of the University and leadership of the staff

(c) the assignment of duties and appraisal of the holders of senior posts (including the Clerk to the Board of Governors in the capacity of the University Secretary & Registrar); and, within the framework set by the Board of Governors, the appointment, assignment of duties, grading, appraisal, suspension, dismissal, and determination of the pay and conditions of service of staff other than the holders of senior posts

(d) the determination, after consultation with UAB, of the University‟s academic activities and for the determination of its other activities

(e) the preparation of annual estimates of income and expenditure for consideration by the Board of Governors, and for the management of budget and resources within the estimates approved by the Board of Governors



(f) the maintenance of student discipline and within the rules and procedures provided for within these Articles, for the suspension or expulsion of students on disciplinary grounds, and for the implementation of decisions to expel students for academic reasons

(g) the determination of the dates of terms and holidays for the University, after

consultation with UAB UAB 1.3.3 Subject to the provisions of these Articles, to the overall responsibility of the

Board of Governors and to the responsibilities of the Principal, the UAB shall be responsible for:

(a) considering the development of the academic activities of the University and

the resources needed to support them, and for advising the Principal and the Board of Governors thereon

(b) general issues relating to the research, scholarship, teaching and courses at the University, including: i. criteria for the admission of students ii. the appointment and removal of internal and external examiners iii. policies and procedures for assessment and examination of the

academic performance of students iv. the content of the curriculum v. academic standards and the validation and review of courses vi. the procedures for the award of qualifications and honorary academic

titles vii. the procedures for the expulsion of students for academic reasons

Such responsibility shall be subject to the requirements of validating and accrediting bodies, where appropriate.

(c) advising on such other matters as the Board of Governors or the Principal

may refer to UAB 1.3.4 UAB may establish such committees as it considers necessary to enable it to

carry out its responsibilities. The number of members of any such committee and the terms on which they are to hold and vacate office shall be determined by the UAB. Membership of such committees may include staff and students who are not members of UAB.

1.3.5 So far as is practicable, and without affecting the responsibilities of UAB as defined in Article 1.3.3, UAB shall delegate to subordinate Boards in Schools and Departments matters not directly affecting other Schools and Departments or the University as a whole.

1.4 UAB 1.4.1 There shall be a UAB, which shall consist of no more than 30 members,

comprising the Principal (who shall be the Chair) and such other numbers of staff and students as may, from time-to-time, be approved by the Board of Governors. The Principal may nominate a Deputy Chair from among the members of UAB to take the chair in his or her place. The period of appointment of members and the



selection or election arrangements shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Governors.

1.4.2 The constitution of UAB shall include:

(a) the Principal

(b) the Deputy Principals, or equivalent

(c) the Deans, or equivalent

(d) such a number of Directors and Heads of Academic and related Departments, and Associate Deans and equivalent posts as may be determined from time to time by the Board of Governors

(e) such a number of members of the academic staff elected by the academic staff as may be determined from time to time by the Board of Governors, provided that this category shall not be lower than 7 members

(f) 2 members of the full-time non-teaching staff elected by the full-time non-teaching staff

(g) 2 students elected by the students

(h) not more than 2 co-opted members, who may be students, members of staff, members of the Governing Body, or members of the University of Teesside Partnership

Taken together, the following categories of member shall normally number 15 – Deputy Principals and Deans (or equivalents), Directors and Heads of Academic and related Departments, Associate Deans of Schools and equivalent posts – but may number up to 18.

1.5 Delegation of Functions and Committees 1.5.1 Subject to the following provisions of this Article, the Board of Governors may

establish committees for any purpose or function, other than those assigned elsewhere in these Articles, to the Principal or to the UAB, and may delegate powers to such committees or to the Chair of the Board of Governors or to the Principal.

1.5.2 The Board of Governors shall establish an Audit Committee and a committee or

committees to determine or advise on such matters relating to employment policy or finance as the Board of Governors may remit to them. The members of such a committee or committees shall be drawn from the Board of Governors, other than staff or student Governors.

1.5.3 The Board of Governors shall not, however, delegate the following:

(a) the determination of the educational character and mission of the University

(b) the approval of the annual estimates of income and expenditure (c) ensuring the solvency of the University and the Corporation and the

safeguarding of their assets



(d) the appointment or dismissal of the Principal

(e) the varying or revoking of these Articles 1.6 Appointment of Clerk to the Board of Governors 1.6.1 The Board of Governors shall appoint a Clerk to act as Secretary to the Board of

Governors.

1.7 Procedures for Meetings

The Board of Governors 1.7.1 The quorum for meetings of the Board of Governors shall be 10 members, of

whom 6 shall be independent members. If a meeting is quorate but less than half the members present are independent members, a majority of the independent members present shall be able to require that a decision be deferred to the next meeting. No decision shall be deferred more than once under this provision.

1.7.2 Members of the Board of Governors shall not be bound in their speaking and

voting by mandates given to them by other bodies or persons, except where acting as a proxy for another member in making appointments, as provided for in Article 1.7.6.

1.7.3 (a) The members of the Corporation shall elect 2 of their members to be respectively Chair and Deputy Chair. Before each election of Chair and Deputy Chair, the Board of Governors shall specify a period of office.

(b) The Chair and Deputy Chair shall vacate office before the end of this

specified period, either on the expiry of their Membership of the Board, or in accordance with a resolution to this effect which has been supported by a majority of those in Membership at the date of the meeting.

(c) On the occurrence of simultaneous vacancies in the offices of Chair and

Deputy Chair, the Clerk shall summon a special meeting of the Board to agree the process for appointment of a Chair and Deputy Chair as soon as reasonably practicable, but giving notice in writing at least 5 working days before the meeting. During the interim period before the special meeting, the Clerk shall invite Members of the Board to nominate a Governor to undertake the position of Acting Chair.

(d) If both the Chair and Deputy Chair are absent from any meeting of the

Board of Governors, the Members shall, before any other business is transacted, choose one of their number to preside at that meeting.

(e) A Member of the Corporation who is employed at the University or who is a

student of the University is not eligible for election as Chair or Deputy Chair. 1.7.4 (a) The Board of Governors shall hold a meeting at least 3 times in every

academic year.

(b) All meetings of the Board of Governors shall be summoned by the Clerk to the Governors who shall give notice in writing and circulate papers at least 5 working days before every ordinary and every special meeting.



(c) The Clerk to the Governors shall summon a special meeting at any time on request in writing, either of the Chair of the Governors or of any 6 Governors, at least 4 of whom must be independent Members.

(d) Want of service of the summons on any Governors shall not affect the

validity of a meeting. 1.7.5 (a) Every question to be determined at a meeting of the Governing Body shall

be determined by a majority of votes of the Governors present and voting on the question, and where there is an equal division of votes, the Chair of the meeting shall have a second or casting vote.

(b) The minutes of the proceedings of the Governors shall be kept by the Clerk

to the Governors in a book provided for the purpose.

(c) If, at the time appointed for a meeting, a sufficient number of Governors to form a quorum is not present, or if at any meeting the business is not completed, the meeting shall stand adjourned sine die and a special meeting shall be summoned as soon as conveniently may be. A meeting may be adjourned by resolution.

1.7.6 (a) Where the Corporation is required by the instrument to be the appointing

authority, no appointment shall be valid unless the appointment was made at a quorate meeting with the agreement of a majority of those in membership of the Corporation at the date of the meeting (whether or not taking part in the vote), including any Members whose term of office is due to expire within 6 months. The quorum shall be as required by Article 1.7.1 for all meetings to the Board. Members unable to attend may appoint proxies from among the other Members of the Corporation, for the purpose of voting on this item. Voting on this item shall be by secret ballot.

(b) Where an Appointments Committee consisting of all independent Members

is required by the Instrument to be the appointing or approving authority, no appointment or approval shall be valid unless the appointment or approval was made at a quorate meeting of the Committee, with the agreement of at least 2/3rds of those in membership of the Committee at the date of the meeting (whether or not taking part in the vote), including any Members whose term of office is due to expire within 6 months. The quorum for the Appointments Committee shall be a majority of those in membership at the date of the meeting. Members unable to attend may appoint proxies from among the other Members of the Appointments Committee. Voting at the Appointments Committee shall be by secret ballot.

(c) Notice of at least 10 working days shall be given of any meetings at which it

is proposed to appoint or approve members of the Corporation. 1.7.7 (a) If a member of the Board of Governors has any pecuniary, family or

personal interests in any matter under discussion, he or she will disclose the fact as soon as practicable at the meeting and shall take no part in the consideration or discussion of, or vote on, any question with respect to the matter under discussion.

(b) The Chair shall determine the application of the foregoing paragraph to

specific circumstances.



(c) The provisions of Sub-Article 1.7.7(a) above shall not prevent the Board of Governors from considering and voting upon proposals for the Corporation to insure the Members of the Corporate against liabilities incurred by them arising out of their office, or the Corporation obtaining such insurance and paying the premiums therefor.

1.7.8 (a) Any Governor who is a member of the staff of the University, other than the

Principal, shall withdraw from that part of the meeting of the Board of Governors, or a Committee of the Board, at which there is consideration of a named member of staff or prospective member of staff.

(b) The Principal shall withdraw from any meeting, or part thereof, when his or

her own position is under discussion.

(c) The Student Governor shall withdraw from that part of any meeting of the Board of Governors or a Committee of the Board, at which there is consideration of a named member of staff or student, or prospective member of staff or student.

1.7.9 Copies of the agenda, papers and signed minutes of the Board of Governors and

its Committees shall be available for inspection by the staff and students of the University, except where papers relate to named members of staff or students or prospective members of staff or students, or where papers relate to matters which the Board of Governors (or any Committee thereof as appropriate) determines should be dealt with on a confidential basis.

University Academic Board

1.7.10 (a) The UAB shall hold a meeting at least 3 times in every academic year.

(b) The Principal shall appoint a Secretary to UAB.

(c) All meetings shall be summoned by the Secretary to UAB, who shall give notice in writing and circulate papers at least 5 working days before every ordinary and every special meeting.

(d) The Secretary to UAB shall summon a special meeting at any time on

request in writing, either from the Chair or from any 5 Members. (e) Want of service of summons on any Member shall not affect the validity of

the meeting. (f) The proceedings of the Board shall not be invalidated by any vacancy in

their numbers or by any defect in the election or appointment of any Member.

(g) Every question to be determined at a meeting of the Board shall be

determined by a majority of the votes of the Members present and voting on the question, and where there is an equal division of votes, the Chair of the meeting shall have a second or casting vote.

(h) The quorum of UAB shall be 1/3rd of the whole number of Members in-post

on the date of the meeting.



(i) The minutes of the proceedings of UAB shall be kept by the Secretary to the Board in a book provided for the purpose and copies shall be submitted to the Governors for information.

1.8 Appointment and Promotion of Staff 1.8.1 Each member of staff shall serve under a Contract of Employment with the

Corporation. 1.8.2 Upon the occurrence of a vacancy or expected vacancy for the post of Principal,

the post shall be advertised nationally. 1.9 Conduct of Staff 1.9.1 After consultation with the staff, the Board of Governors shall make rules relating

to the conduct of the staff.

Academic Freedom

1.9.2 In making rules under Article 1.9.1, the Board of Governors shall have regard to the need to ensure that academic staff of the University have freedom within the law to question and test received wisdom, and to put forward new ideas and controversial or unpopular opinions, without placing themselves in jeopardy of losing their jobs or privileges they may have at the University.

1.10 Suspension and Dismissal of Staff

Suspension 1.10.1 The Chair of the Board of Governors, or in the absence of the Chair the Deputy

Chair, may suspend from duty, with pay, the holder of a senior post for misconduct or other good and urgent cause. The Chair, or Deputy Chair, shall report such suspension in writing to the Board of Governors within 2 working days, or as soon thereafter as practicable.

1.10.2 The Principal may suspend from duty, with pay, any member of staff, other than the holder of a senior post, for misconduct or other good and urgent cause.

1.10.3 Anyone who is suspended from duty under Articles 1.10.1 or 1.10.2 shall be entitled to receive from the Principal, or in the case of the holders of senior posts from the Chair or Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors, written notification within 3 working days of the suspension, setting out the grounds on which the decision to suspend has been taken.

1.10.4 Procedures from the suspension of staff under Articles 1.10.1 or 1.10.2 shall be specified in rules made by the Board of Governors after consultation with the staff. The rules shall include provision that:

(a) any person who has been under suspension from 3 weeks or more may

appeal in writing to the Board of Governors against the suspension, save that no such right of appeal shall lie if the person is the subject of a reference to a Special Committee under Article 1.10.5 or of a notification from the Principal under Article 1.10.12



(b) any appeal made under 1.10.4(a) shall be considered as soon as practicable

(c) a suspension against which an appeal is made shall continue to operate

pending the determination of the appeal (d) in the absence of the Principal, a nominated Deputy may exercise the

authority of the Principal to suspend from duty, in accordance with the provisions of this Article, and without affecting the responsibilities of the Principal, to ensure compliance with the preceding provisions of this Article and the rules made under the authority of this Article

Dismissal of Holders of Senior Posts including the Principal and the Clerk to the Board of Governors

1.10.5 If the Chair of the Board of Governors, or in his/her absence the Deputy Chair or

a majority of the Members of the Board of Governors, consider that it may be appropriate for the Board of Governors to dismiss the holder of a senior post, the Chair, Deputy Chair or the Board of Governors, as appropriate, shall refer the matter to a Special Committee of the Board, which shall be convened as soon as possible to examine the facts, otherwise investigate the ground for dismissal, and make a report to the Board of Governors.

1.10.6 The person whose dismissal is to be considered by the Special Committee shall have the right to make representations to the Committee, including oral representations, for which purpose he or she may be accompanied and represented by a friend.

1.10.7 The Special Committee shall prepare a written report for consideration by the Board of Governors, a copy of which shall be sent to the person to whom it relates. The report shall set out facts relating to the case and any matters which the Committee considers should be taken into account in the Board‟s determination of the matter. The report should not contain recommendations as to the decision to be taken by the Board of Governors.

1.10.8 The Board of Governors shall consider the report of the Special Committee and take such action as it considers appropriate, which may include the dismissal of the person concerned. The person concerned shall have the right to make representations to the Board of Governors, including oral representations, for which purpose he or she may be accompanied and represented by a friend.

1.10.9 The Special Committee shall consist of 5 Members of the Board of Governors. The Chair of the Board of Governors, the Deputy Chair and the Principal shall not be eligible for membership of the Special Committee.

1.10.10 The Board of Governors shall make rules specifying procedures for the conduct of the Special Committee and other aspects of the procedure set out in Articles 1.10.5 to 1.10.9.

Dismissal of Members of Staff Other than Holders of Senior Posts

1.10.11 The Principal may dismiss any member of the staff, other than the holder of a

senior post, and if the circumstances are such that he/she is entitled to do so by virtue of the conduct of that member of staff, that dismissal may take immediate effect without any need for prior notice.



1.10.12 Where the Principal proposes to dismiss such a member of staff and the circumstances described in Article 1.10.11 do not prevail, he/she shall notify the member of staff concerned of that proposal in writing. That staff member shall be given an opportunity, within 10 working days, to make representations to the Principal (including oral representations, for which purpose the staff member may be accompanied and represented by a friend) before any decision to dismiss by the Principal is taken.

1.10.13 Where a staff member has been dismissed pursuant to Article 1.10.11 or a decision to dismiss has been taken pursuant to Article 1.10.12, that staff member may appeal against the dismissal or decision, as the case may be, to the Board of Governors. In the case of an appeal against a decision to dismiss, the dismissal shall not take effect until the appeal has been determined.

1.10.14 Procedures for the dismissal of staff by the Principal and for the consideration of appeals against dismissals shall be specified in rules made by the Board of Governors, after consultation with the staff. The rules should include rights of representation.

1.11 Grievance Procedures 1.11.1 After consultation with the staff, the Board of Governors shall make rules

specifying procedures according to which staff may seek redress of any grievances relating to their employment.

1.12 Students 1.12.1 A Students‟ Union shall conduct and manage its own affairs and funds in

accordance with a constitution approved by the Board of Governors and shall present audited accounts annually to the Board of Governors. No amendment to or rescission of that constitution, in part or in whole, shall be valid unless and until approved by the Board of Governors.

1.12.2 The Board of Governors, after consultation with UAB and representatives of the

students, shall make rules with respect to the conduct of students, including procedures for suspension and expulsion of a student for reasons other than an unsatisfactory standard of academic work, and including procedures for appeal against suspension and expulsion.

1.12.3 In exercise of their responsibilities under Article 3.3(b), UAB, after consultation with the Board of Governors and representatives of the students, shall determine procedures for the expulsion of a student for an unsatisfactory standard of work or other academic reasons, and procedures for appeal against expulsion.

1.12.4 The Principal shall determine whether, in a particular instance, to apply the procedures established under Article 12.2 or the procedures established under Article 12.3.

1.12.5 The Board of Governors shall ensure that there is provision whereby representations on matters of proper concern to the students can be made on their behalf by their elected representatives to the Governors, Principal or UAB, as may be appropriate in the light of the responsibilities established in Article 3.



1.13 Financial Matters

Fees

1.13.1 The Board of Governors shall determine the tuition and other fees payable to the Corporation (subject to any terms and conditions attached to grants, loans, or other payments paid or made by the appropriate Higher Education Funding Council). Accounts, Estimates and Audit

1.13.2 The Board of Governors shall keep accounts and records of the Corporation‟s income and expenditure and shall appoint auditors in accordance with the provisions of the Act.

1.13.3 Annual estimates of income and expenditure shall be prepared by the Principal for the consideration and approval of the Board of Governors.

1.14 Rules and Bye-Laws 1.14.1 The Board of Governors shall have power to make rules and bye-laws

concerning such matters with regard to the government and conduct of the University as it shall think fit. Such rules and bye-laws shall be subject to the provisions of these Articles.

1.15 Copies of Articles, Rules and Bye-Laws 1.15.1 A copy of these Articles and any rules or bye-laws shall be given to every

Governor, and shall be available for inspection upon request to every member of staff and every student. Amendment of Articles

1.15.2 These Articles may be amended or replaced by a resolution of the Corporation

either with the approval of the Privy Council or as required by the Privy Council, after consultation with the Corporation, in accordance with Section 125 of the Act.

1.16 Date of Articles

These Articles shall come into operation on 19 January 1996.

2. STANDING ORDERS FOR THE CONDUCT OF UAB AND COMMITTEE

BUSINESS [revised 04-07-07] 2.1 Meetings and Notice of Meetings 2.1.1 Normal meetings of UAB and its Standing Committees and Groups shall be

scheduled in advance for the Academic Year.

2.1.2 The final scheduled meeting of UAB each Academic Year shall include an Annual General Meeting, at which the first terms of business shall be:

2.1.2.1 approval of Standing Orders



2.1.2.2 appointment of Officers, Co-option of Members and appointment of Representatives of the Boards as required

2.1.2.3 establishment of Standing Committees of the Board and other subordinate Boards

2.1.3 The following items of business shall be considered at the Annual General

Meeting of the Board or at the first meeting of the Board in the next Academic Year:

2.1.3.1 review of significant developments in the preceding Academic Year 2.1.3.2 reports from the Board‟s Standing Committees on their actions in the Academic

Year

2.1.3.3 determination of issues for deliberation and resolution in the Academic Year ahead

2.1.4 Items for the agenda must be made available in writing to the Secretary to the

Board not less than 8 clear working days prior to any scheduled meeting of the Board and must be accompanied by supporting documentation.

2.2 Agenda 2.2.1 Items may be placed on the agenda by individual Members, Committees,

Working Parties, subordinate Boards or Officers of the Board. The originator must identify each item as a “Discussion/Decision” item or an “Information” item and specify what action the Board is invited to take.

2.2.2 Agenda items must be supported by sufficient documentation to permit informed discussion. Items which are for information only must be distinguished on the agenda from items which require a decision.

2.3 Communications from Non-Members

Communications from individuals who are not Members of the Board and from groups of individuals and corporate bodies which have not been established by the Board, will be dealt with, in the first instance, by Officers of the Board.

2.4 Order of Business 2.4.1 The order of business shall be: 2.4.1.1 to elect a Chair in the absence of the Chair and Deputy Chair

2.4.1.2 to make any necessary elections or appointments

2.4.1.3 to approve and sign as a correct record the minutes of the previous meeting

2.4.1.4 to consider matters of report arising from the minutes

2.4.1.5 to receive a report from the Chair



2.4.1.6 to note the minutes of the Standing Committees and Groups of the Board

2.4.1.7 to debate agenda items requiring discussion/decision

2.4.1.8 to note items for information and answer questions of fact 2.4.2 “Any Other Business” will not feature on the agenda. 2.5 Recording of Meetings 2.5.1 Copies of draft minutes of all meetings of the Board shall be circulated to all

Members.

2.5.2 Minutes of the proceedings of all meetings of the Board and of its Committees (including a list of names of Members in attendance) shall be entered in a book kept for that purpose. The minutes shall be signed, as a correct record, at the next meeting by the person presiding at that meeting.

2.5.3 Copies of signed minutes of the Board shall be circulated to all Members and copies shall be deposited in the Learning Resource Centre, where they will be available for reference by all staff, within 10 working days of the end of a meeting.

2.6 Rules of Debate 2.6.1 Motions and Amendments 2.6.1.1 A motion or an amendment shall not be discussed until it has been formally

proposed and seconded.

2.6.1.2 A motion or amendment may be withdrawn by the proposer with the consent of the meeting and, once withdrawn, all discussion on it shall cease.

2.6.1.2 A motion which the Chair determines is not relevant, within the terms of reference

of a meeting, shall be ruled out of order.

2.6.1.3 In respect of speaking rights, a motion gives entitlement to its proposer unless it is amended in a way unacceptable to its proposer, when entitlement is transferred to the proposer of the last successful amendment.

2.6.1.4 An amendment to any motion may be moved by any Member at any time prior to a motion being put to the vote.

2.6.1.5 An amendment must take the form of a proposition to add or omit words in an original motion, except that such addition or omission shall not be a direct negative of the motion.

2.6.1.6 The Chair shall not accept a proposal for amendment to an amendment which has not been voted on.

2.6.1.7 To facilitate business, an opposer to a proposed amendment may indicate the

precise verbal form of an alternative amendment he or she would wish to bring if the first amendment were to be withdrawn or defeated.

2.6.2 Speaking



2.6.2.1 Members shall address their remarks to the Chair and shall speak only on the item under discussion.

2.6.2.2 Only one Member shall speak at a time. If 2 or more Members signify their desire to speak, the Chair shall call on them in order.

2.6.2.3 The proposer of a motion or amendment may speak first on the subject when proposing the motion or amendment.

2.6.2.4 The proposer of an amendment shall have the right of reply to debate on the amendment.

2.6.2.5 A person other than the proposer of a motion or amendment [as under Standing Order 2.6.2.4] shall not speak more than once to a motion or amendment, except to raise points of order and raise and answer points of information, unless specifically called upon by the Chair.

2.6.2.6 The proposer of a motion shall have the right of reply to the debate on the motion.

2.6.2.7 When the proposer of a motion or amendment [as under Standing Order 2.6.2.4] has replied to debate, the motion shall be put to the vote without further discussion.

2.6.2.8 Notwithstanding Standing Order 2.6.2.5, the Secretary to a meeting shall be free to advise a meeting, through its Chair, of any matter relevant to its business at any time.

2.6.3 Motions Moved During Debate

When a motion is being debated, no other motion shall be moved except: (a) to refer to the subject to a committee or working party (b) to amend the motion (c) to adjourn the meeting (d) to adjourn the debate without decision and move to next business (e) to have the proposer reply to the debate (f) to proceed to vote on the amendment without further debate

2.6.3.1 In the case of 2.6.3.1(c) and (d), the Chair shall put motion (e) to the vote immediately and without discussion, if satisfied that there has been a reasonable opportunity for expression of opinion on the original question being debated.

2.6.3.2 Participants to a debate on a motion may move procedural motion (e) or (f). 2.6.4 Points of Information and Points of Order 2.6.4.1 A Member may put a point of order to the Chair at any time during a meeting.

2.6.4.2 A point of order must consist of:



(a) a challenge to the propriety of the conduct of business or (b) a request for clarification of the state of affairs obtaining in the conduct of

business

2.6.4.3 A member raising a point of order shall be heard forthwith.

2.6.4.4 A member may offer to, or request of, any person present at the meeting a point of information.

2.6.4.5 A point of information must consist of either a statement or a question: (a) providing or seeking a fact (b) providing or seeking the meaning of a previous remark (c) providing or seeking the meaning of some specific point in documentation

before the meeting 2.6.4.6 A point of information may be raised at any time during a meeting.

2.6.4.7 When a point of information is raised as an interruption to another speaker, that

speaker may decide whether or not to respond to the point of information.

2.6.4.8 Whenever a point of information is raised, the Chair may rule that it shall be heard at some later point, to be determined by the Chair.

2.7 Rules of Debate at Meetings of Standing Committees, Subordinate Boards

and Working Parties of the Board

These Standing Orders shall apply except that:

2.7.1 Standing Committees, Subordinate Boards and Working Parties may establish alternative written Standing Orders with the approval of 75% of the Membership of the Committee, Board or Working Party.

2.7.2 Standing Orders 2.1.2 and 2.6.2.5 shall not apply. 2.8 Voting 2.8.1 Unless otherwise stated in these Standing Orders, a motion or amendment shall

be deemed passed by a simple majority on a show of hands. 2.8.2 Elections shall take place by secret ballot if requested by a majority of those

present and voting at that meeting.

2.8.3 A candidate for office shall be deemed elected if he or she has received a greater number of votes than other candidates for the same office or if he or she is the sole nominee for an office.

2.9 Committees appointed by the Board 2.9.1 Where the Board appoints the Members of a Committee of the Board, it shall

appoint a Chair from amongst those Members, either on the recommendation of



the Committee Members or by initiative of the Board.

2.9.2 The Chairs of Committees appointed under 9.1 are responsible to the Board for the conduct of their Committees according to these Standing Orders.

2.9.3 In the event of a vacancy in a Committee, a new appointment shall be made by the Board at the next meeting of the Board.

2.9.4 Committees which are constituted at least in part to allow for representation of sectional interests shall permit the attendance of substitutes for Members representing those sectional interests.

2.10 Amendments to Standing Orders

These Standing Orders shall not normally be revised or amended except at an Annual General Meeting of the Board. Proposed amendments must be submitted to all Members of the Board through the Secretary, in writing, in accordance with Standing Order 2.1.3. Any amendments to be effective must be approved by at least a 2/3rd majority of the Members of the Board attending the meeting.

2.11 Interpretation of Standing Orders

The ruling of the Chair, at any meeting, as to the particular interpretation or particular application of any of these Standing Orders shall be final and shall not be challenged by the meeting.

2.12 Chair’s Conduct of Business 2.12.1 The meeting may bring a motion of censure on the Chair in respect of his conduct

of business, no such motion to have the effect of negating or cancelling a particular ruling.

2.12.2 A Motion of Censure on the Chair may not be made during debate on an agenda item.

2.13 Adjournment

Meetings of the Board may adjourn for a short period at an appropriate point during the meeting, at the discretion of the Chair.

2.14 Officers

Officers of the University may attend all meetings of the Board.



3. TERMS OF REFERENCE AND MEMBERSHIP OF ACADEMIC BOARD AND ITS SUB-COMMITTEES [REVISED AT THE MEETING OF UAB HELD 05-05-2010]

3.1 ACADEMIC BOARD [UAB]

3.1.1 Terms of Reference [extract from Articles of Governance]

UAB is responsible: (a) for considering the development of the academic activities of the University

and the resources needed to support them, and for advising the Vice-Chancellor and the Board of Governors thereon;

(b) for advising on such matters as the Board of Governors or the Vice-

Chancellor may refer to UAB; (c) subject to the requirements of validating and accrediting bodies, for general

issues relating to the research, scholarship, teaching and courses at the University, including:

i. criteria for the admission of students ii. the appointment and removal of internal and external examiners iii. policies and procedures for assessment and examination of the

academic performance of students iv. the content of the curriculum v. academic standards and the approval and review of courses vi. the procedures for the award of qualifications and honorary academic

titles vii. the procedures for the expulsion of students for academic reasons.

3.1.2 Membership (30) [revised by the Board of Governors on 16 January 2009]

Vice-Chancellor (who Chairs the Board) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (3) University Secretary & Registrar Deans of Schools (6) Senior Academic Manager (1) [elected by the Senior Academic Manager

constituency] Representatives of School Academic Staff (6) [elected by the Academic Staff

of each School] The President and another Representative of the Students‟ Union Sabbatical

Officers (2) Support Staff (2) [elected by all Support Staff of the University] Member of Academic Staff not located within a School (1) Director of Library & Information Services [L&IS] Director of Student Services Director of Educational Partnerships Director for Learning Development Director of Academic Enterprise Dean of the Graduate Research School Member of the Higher Education Business Partnership (co-option)



3.1.3 Lead Officers

Academic Registrar Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry

3.1.4 Reporting

To Board of Governors

3.2 Academic Quality & Standards Policy Committee [AQSPC]

3.2.1 Terms of Reference [Approved by UAB 24-02-10]

(a) To advise Academic Board on the effectiveness of quality assurance and enhancement processes and to ensure their compatibility with key external reference points (including the QAA Academic Infrastructure).

(b) To confirm final approval of programmes and collaborative partnerships and

oversee the programme approval and review process for all programmes, including those delivered collaboratively.

(c) To oversee, on behalf of Academic Board, the Quality Audit and Review

Schedule. (d) To advise Academic Board on QAA Institutional Audit and related QAA

activities including oversight of the response to QAA Codes of Practice and Outcomes from Institutional Audit Reports.

(e) To monitor the outcomes and action plans arising from Professional,

Statutory and Regulatory Bodies (PSRB) visits. (f) To receive the University Annual Monitoring Report, which reports on

University wide issues and good practice, and present this to the Academic Board.

(g) To propose revisions to University regulations and quality processes to the

Academic Board, including those relating specifically to collaborative provision.

(h) To recommend the appointment of external examiners to the Academic

Board and oversee, on its behalf, the external examining framework. (i) To consider reports from sub-committees.

3.2.2 Lead Officer

Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry

3.2.3 Membership (29) [Approved by UAB 24-02-10]

Chair appointed by Academic Board on the nomination of the Chair of Academic Board

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Learning & Student Experience) University Secretary & Registrar Chairs of School Academic Standards Committees (SASCs)(6)



Members of the teaching staff (6) [nominated by SASCs] Chair of University Research Degrees Sub-Committee [URDSC] Chair of Regulatory Frameworks Sub-Committee [URFSC] Chair of Quality Monitoring & Enhancement Sub-Committee [QMESC] Chair of Admissions Sub-Committee [ASC] Chair of Programme Approval Sub-Committee [PASC] Director of Library & Information Services [or nominee] Director of Academic Enterprise [or nominee] Director of Student Services [or nominee] Director for Learning Development [or nominee] Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Director of International Development [or nominee] Employer Partnerships Quality Manager [or nominee] Student Representative (1) One member of the Academic Board elected from amongst the elected

members of the Board NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional Members as

necessary, in order to address the Committee’s business.

3.2.4 Reporting

To UAB

3.3 Regulatory Frameworks Sub-Committee [RFSC]

3.3.1 Terms of Reference [approved by UAB 24-02-10] (a) To consider and approve, on behalf of AQSPC, applications from Schools

to vary from the Credit Accumulation & Modular Scheme, University Academic Regulations and Threshold Quality Standards and advise AQSPC on potential revisions.

(b) To discuss and advise AQSPC on the development and enhancement of the University Credit Accumulation & Modular Scheme, including the Framework for Assessment, Award and Progression and associated operational matters.

3.3.2 Lead Officer


3.3.3 Membership (18) [approved by UAB 24-02-10] Chair appointed by AQSPC on the nomination of the Chair of AQSPC Chairs of SASCs [or nominee] (6) Representative of the Academic Staff from each School (6) Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Director of Library & Information Services [or nominee] Student Representatives (2) Representative of the AQSPC [nominated by the AQSPC]

NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional Members as




3.3.4 Reporting To AQSPC

3.4 Quality Monitoring & Enhancement Sub-Committee [QMESC]

3.4.1 Terms of Reference [approved by UAB 24-02-10]

(a) To consider, on behalf of AQSPC, proposals for the appointment, extension and cessation of tenure of External Examiners, and to make recommendations to the Chair of AQSPC, who approves nominations prior to them being forwarded to UAB for ratification.

(b) To consider in detail each year:

Annual Monitoring Reports from SASCs with reference to the provision of University awards, both directly by Schools and collaboratively;

Annual Monitoring Reports from Central Departments who have a significant interface with students;

Annual Monitoring Report from the Graduate Research School; Annual Overview Reports from the Centre for International Development

and Department of Educational Partnerships. The Committee will engage, where appropriate, in dialogue with the above

Schools/Departments and also identify areas of commonality regarding proposed actions/developments which require a University response.

(c) To present annually an Overview Report to AQSPC on the health and

academic provision by School/Department based on, inter alia, Annual Monitoring and External Examiners‟ Reports.

(d) Via the Annual Monitoring process, to identify good practice and quality

enhancement themes/topics, which can be shared across the University and arrange workshops/conferences to facilitate this learning opportunity.

(e) As appropriate, to review the processes underpinning External Examiner

appointments, annual reports and fees. (f) As and when requested by AQSPC, to deal with other items, such as

drafting and reviewing relevant TQSs and mapping relevant sections of QA Codes and outcomes from Institutional Audit.

3.4.2 Lead Officer


3.4.3 Membership (12) [approved by UAB 24-02-10] Chair appointed by AQSPC on the nomination of the Chair of AQSPC Chairs of SASCs [or nominee] (6) Director for Learning Development [or nominee] Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Director of International Development Student Representative (1) Representative of the AQSPC [nominated by the AQSPC]



NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional members as necessary, in order to address the Committee’s business.

3.4.4 Reporting

To AQSPC

3.5 Admissions Sub-Committee [ASC]


(a) To develop and review the University‟s Admissions Policy in the context of the University‟s Recruitment and Learning & Teaching Strategies, and to make recommendations, as appropriate, to AQSPC.

(b) To inform University debate on internal and external admissions issues (e.g.

Post Qualifications Admissions [PQA], Fair Admissions to HE and changes in the 14-16 curriculum), and their impact on the Learning, Teaching & Assessment Strategy (LTAS).

(c) To ensure compliance with the QAA Code of Practice, compliance with

relevant legislation and University internal policy documents. (d) To review the University‟s admissions and enrolment data. (e) To monitor compliance with the University‟s Access Statement. (f) To receive Annual Admissions Reports from Schools and Academic

Departments and review, on an annual basis, School-specific entry criteria to the University.

(g) To advise on the staff development needs/training for staff involved in the

admissions process as advocated by QAA. (h) To receive updates, as appropriate, on actions plus issues from the relevant

groups, including the Recruitment Strategy Group and the Bursaries & Scholarship Advisory Group.

3.5.2 Lead Officer

Academic Registrar

3.5.3 Membership (16) [approved by UAB 05-05-10]

Chair appointed by AQSPC on nomination of the Chair of AQSPC DVC (Learning & Student Experience) University Secretary and Registrar Representatives of the Schools [Deputy Deans/Assistant Deans, nominated

by the Deans] (6) Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment [or nominee] Director of International Development [or nominee] Dean of the Graduate Research School [or nominee] Student Representative (1) Representative of the HEBP Colleges Representative of the Tees Valley Sixth Form Colleges



Representative of the AQSPC [nominated by the AQSPC]


3.5.4 Reporting

To AQSPC

3.6 Programme Approval Sub-Committee [PASC]

3.6.1 Terms of Reference

(a) To review programme specifications and Approval/Review Event reports (including the Response to Conditions and Recommendations).

(b) To confirm that the University Approval/Periodic Review processes have

been followed appropriately. (c) To confirm that the conditions of the School Programme Approval/Review

Panel have been met. (d) To confirm that the programme is recommended as approved or continuing

in approval (with removal of asterisk for new awards if relevant).

(e) To discuss any emerging University issues and initiate appropriate

processes for action if required.

(f) To discuss areas of good practice and forward to appropriate groups for

further discussion and dissemination.

(g) To forward relevant information and documents to appropriate Departments

(e.g. Academic Registry, Marketing & Student Recruitment).

(h) To maintain an overview of the appointment and training of Chairs and

Panel members and an evaluation of process.

(i) To perform other functions as directed by AQSPC and PDPC (such needs

may emerge as the Workforce Development Agenda evolves).

3.6.2 Lead Officers

Academic Registrar Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry

3.6.3 Membership (8+<6) [approved by UAB 24-02-10]

Chair appointed by AQSPC on nomination of the Chair of AQSPC Director for Learning Development [or nominee] School Academic Standards Committee Chairs [usually Deputy/Assistant

Deans (Learning & Teaching/Quality)] (6) The Core Members of the Sub-Committee may co-opt up to 6 additional members who have appropriate experience as Approval Panel Chairs.



The Meeting will be quorate with the Chair/Deputy Chair, two other members and two Lead Officers (or one Lead Officer and one nominee of the Academic Registrar).

3.6.4 Reporting

To AQSPC

3.7 School Academic Standards Committee [SASC]


(a) To advise the School Management on the quality of provision provided by the School.

(b) To oversee local arrangements for the review and approval of programmes

of study and their annual monitoring. (c) To consider and submit External Examiner nominations. (d) To advise the School Management on the contribution of the School to the

overall student experience. (e) To advise the School Management on issues relating to the student

experience outside the purview of the School. (f) To consider and advise upon external submissions, e.g. to external quality

agencies and professional bodies. (g) To be responsible for the dissemination of good practice throughout the

School.

3.7.2 Membership

As appropriate to each School, in consultation with the DVC (L&SE)

3.7.3 Reporting

To AQSPC but also providing reports to School Policy Committee

3.8 University Research Degrees Sub-Committee [URDSC]

3.8.1 Terms of Reference [Currently under Review]

(a) To oversee the Postgraduate Research Student [PRS] learning experience and advise AQSPC on its continued enhancement.

(b) To consider and advise upon issues and trends emerging from the analysis of quantitative and qualitative data on key aspects of the PRS learning experience (e.g. progression and completion data, Postgraduate Research Experience Survey [PRES]).

(c) To ensure that Research Degree Regulations of the University are complied with as well as all other decisions made by, or additional



instructions given by, the University.

(d) The Committee shall have the following powers: i. to approve programmes of work proposed in applications to register

for the University‟s degree of Master in Philosophy [MPhil], or PhD direct, or of Master in Professional Studies [MProf], or DProf direct;

ii. to approve the appointment of a Director of Studies for the

candidate‟s programme of work for the degree of MPhil, or MPhil with possible of transfer to PhD, or PhD direct, or of MProf or MProf with possibility of transfer to DProf, or DProf direct, and to approve the appointment of any additional supervisor(s) and/or advisor(s);

iii. to approve extension/suspension to the registration period of

candidates; iv to approve applications for transfer of registration from that for the

MPhil degree to that for the degree of PhD, or for transfer of registration from that for MProf degree to that for the degree of DProf, in respect of students enrolled prior to 1 September 2007;

v. to recommend the approval of applications for progression for

students enrolled from 1 September 2007; vi. to change or modify the arrangements provided; vii. to approve the registration of a candidate for a second award

concurrent with the research degree registration; viii. to approve the registration of a candidate involving a programme

leading to the presentation of a thesis accompanied by material other than in written form; and subsequently to approve the format of the thesis accompanying the submission;

ix. to approve the exceptional shortening of the registration period of a

candidate; x. to approve the registration of a candidate with credit for previous

research; xi. to approve the appointment of a supervisor who is currently

registered for a higher degree; xii. to recommend to AQSPC that permission be granted for a thesis to

be submitted in a foreign language; xiii. to grant permission for a thesis to be confidential for a period

following submission; xiv. to approve examination arrangements including the appointment of

an Independent (non-examining) Chair, where appropriate; xv. to receive and decide on examiners‟ recommendations in respect of

candidates for the award of MPhil, PhD, MProf and DProf;



xvi. to decide on the recommendation of the examiners to dispense with the oral examination;

xvii. to agree an examination in addition to the oral for a candidate; xviii. to exempt a candidate from an oral examination on health grounds; xix. to grant permission for re-examination of a candidate within one

year; xx. to agree changes in a candidate‟s mode of study; xxi. to delegate to approved committees of Schools, powers, full or

partial, for the recommendation of registrations, transfer, the appointment of Directors of Studies and supervisors, confidentiality of a thesis, supervision, extension or shortening of the period of registration;

xxii. to approve the membership of Schools‟ Research Degrees

Committees; xxiii. to receive annual reports from Schools‟ Research Degrees

Committees; xxiv. to review, on a periodic basis, the work of such approved Research

Degrees Committees and to take such action from time-to-time, as is necessary, to maintain the academic standards of the University;

xxv. to establish whether or not a candidate for an MPhil or PhD on the

basis of previously completed (or published) work, has a prima facie case;

xxvi. to approve the format for presentation of theses in respect of such

candidates; xxvii. to approve the appointment of an advisor to guide candidates for

such awards; xxiii. to approve the examination arrangements for candidates for such

awards; xxix. to receive and decide on examiners‟ recommendations in respect of

candidates for the award of MPhil or PhD by Completed Work; xxx. to devise University Research Induction Programmes and such

generic Research & Skills Training as can be delivered centrally; xxxi. to approve the delivery of School Research Induction and Research

& Skills Training Programmes. (c) To notify the AQSPC of all action taken on the University‟s behalf. (d) To approve an annual report to AQSPC with respect to Committee

Membership.



(e) To make an annual recommendation to AQSPC with respect to Committee Membership.

(f) To keep under review arrangements in respect of the research degree

process across the University. (g) To keep under review national developments in respect of research

degrees to inform and enhance the delivery and conduct of research degrees across the University.

3.8.2 Lead Officer

Dean, Graduate Research School


(a) Members of the Sub-Committee shall be appointed by AQSPC following advice from the URDSC1. Proposed changes in membership shall, likewise, require the approval of AQSPC. All co-options, together with the period of the co-option, shall be notified to AQSPC.

(b) Normally, Members shall have experience of successful research and of

successful research degree supervision2. (c) Membership of the Sub-Committee, including the Chair, shall not normally

exceed 24 and will include:

i. Chair appointed by AQSPC on the nomination of the Chair of AQSPC ii. Chair of University Research Policy Committee [RPC]

iii. Chair of each School Research Degrees Committee [SRDC] (6) iv. Tutor for Postgraduate Students (PGT) from each School (6) v. Not less that 3 or more than 5 members to be representative of the

spectrum of University as is consistent with (b) above. vi. Representative of the AQSPC [nominated by the AQSPC] (d) The Sub-Committee shall have power to co-opt not more than 3 additional

members, either from within or without the University. Such persons shall serve as full members of the Sub-Committee for a period of one year, with the option of re-election for a further year (maximum 2 years).

(e) No student or any person registered as a candidate for a research or other

higher degree by research of Teesside University, or of another university, may be a member of the Sub-Committee.

(f) All members other than co-opted members [see (d) above] shall be eligible

for immediate re-nomination and reappointment. (g) The quorum of the Sub-Committee shall be 1/3rd of the Membership in post

on the date of the meeting.

1 Members shall be elected for a period of 3 years, with a maximum of 3 consecutive terms of membership.

2 A minimum of 75% of the Membership shall have successful supervisory experience at PhD level.



3.8.4 Reporting

To AQSPC

3.9 School Research Degrees Committee [SRDC]


(a) To ensure that the Research Degrees Regulations of the University are complied with, as well as all the other decisions made by, or additional instructions given, by the University.

(b) In exercising its powers, the Committee acts in all respects as an agent of

the URDSC. (c) The Committee shall have the following powers to act: i. to recommend the approval of programmes of work proposed in

applications to register for the University‟s degree of MPhil or PhD direct;

ii. to recommend the appointment of Director of Studies for the

candidate‟s programme of work for the degree of MPhil, or PhD direct, and then to recommend the appointment of any additional supervisor(s) and/or adviser(s);

iii. to recommend extension/suspension to the registration periods of

candidates; iv. to recommend the approval of applications of transfer of registration

from that of one of the MPhil degree to that for the degree of PhD; v. to recommend the approval of applications for progression for

students enrolled from 1 September 2007; vi. to recommend changes or modifications to the arrangements

approved; vii. to recommend the exceptional shortening of the registration period of

a candidate; viii. to recommend the granting of permission of a thesis to remain

confidential for a period following submission; ix. to recommend changes to a candidate‟s mode of study. (d) To approve annually a report for the admission and progress of research

students. (e) To approve annually a report on the business of the Committee and a

critical appraisal of its operation for submission to the URDSC. (f) To make an annual submission to the URDSC with respect to Committee

Membership.



3.9.2 Membership [Approved by UAB on 24-02-10]

(a) Members of the Committees shall be nominated by the School Management following advice from the School Research & Development Committee. Proposed changes in the Membership shall, likewise, require the approval of the School Management. All co-options, together with the period of co-option, shall be notified to the School Management.

(b) Normally, Members shall have experience of successful research or

successful research degrees supervision , normally at a British University, and of the operation of research degree registrations in the University. A minimum of 75% of the Members shall have successful supervisory experience at either MPhil or PhD, or MProf or DProf.

(c) Members of the Committee, including the Chair and the ex officio members,

shall not normally exceed 10, and will include: i. the Chair of URDSC ii. the Chair of the School Research & Development Committee iii. the Postgraduate Tutor iv. not less than 5 and not more than 7 members of the academic staff of

the School(s) to be representative of the spectrum of the Unit‟s work, as to be consistent with (b)

iv. not more than 2 co-opted members from within or without the University, who shall serve for a maximum of one year with the option of re-election for a further year

(d) Where circumstances necessitate, the establishment of a joint Schools‟

committee or other interim arrangements, where increased membership may be appropriate, such arrangements will require the approval of the URDSC.

(e) Members shall be elected for a period of 3 years, with a maximum of 3

consecutive terms of membership. (f) No students, or other person registered as a candidate for research or other

higher degree of the Teesside University, may be a member of the Committee.

(g) All Members, other than co-opted members, shall be eligible for immediate

re-nomination and reappointment. (h) The quorum of the Committee shall be 1/3rd of its membership. (i) The Committee shall have the power to take advice from external advisers

and to enhance its membership for the consideration of particular applications as and when it judges it necessary so to do.

(j) The Chair of the Committee, who shall be a member of the URDSC,

appointed by Dean of School.

Satisfactory completion of the University‟s Research Supervisory Training shall equate to ONE successful

completion [RDC 3811, 15/02/02], except where there are no members of the committee with actual completions [RDC 3934.2, 17/01/03].



(k) The Committee shall normally meet 8 times a year, prior to the scheduled meetings of the URDSC.

3.9.3 Reporting

To URDSC but also providing reports to School Policy Committee

3.10 Learning & Student Experience Policy Committee [LSEPC]

3.10.1 Terms of Reference [Approved by UAB on 24-02-10]

(a) To oversee the student learning experience and advise the UAB on its continued enhancement.

(b) To consider and advise upon issues and trends emerging from the analysis

of quantitative and qualitative data on key aspects of the student learning experience (e.g. retention and progression data, International Student Barometer).

(c) To have oversight of the National Student Survey results and the

implementation of the subsequent action plans produced by Schools. (d) To ensure that the LTAS is aligned with and supports key University

strategies and to oversee its ongoing development, implementation and monitoring of any related policies.

(e) To receive regular reports from School Learning and Teaching Committees

on the implementation of the LTAS and enhancement of the student learning experience at School level and to oversee the development and implementation of relevant strategies and sub-strategies.

(f) To co-ordinate sub-groups which may be set up in order to expedite the

working of the Committee. (g) To advise the Vice-Chancellor on associated resource issues and on

responses to relevant national consultations and funding opportunities. (h) To develop synergies with key University committees and advise on

developments relating to the curriculum. (i) To receive regular reports from Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-

Committee and the Student Information Co-ordination Sub-Committee.

3.10.2 Lead Officer

Director for Learning Development

3.10.3 Membership (29) [Approved by UAB on 24-02-10]

Chair appointed by Academic Board on the nomination of the Chair of the Academic Board

DVC (Learning &Student Experience) Director of Library & Information Services [or nominee] Director of ICT Systems [or nominee] Director of Academic Enterprise [or nominee]



Director of Student Services [or nominee] Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry [or nominee] Chair of Student Information Co-ordination Sub-Committee Staff Co-Chair of Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-Committee Student Co-Chair of Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-Committee Assistant Deans (Learning & Teaching) (6) School Learning & Teaching Co-ordinators (6) Student Representatives (2) Representatives of HEBP [elected by the HEBP Board] (2) Representative of the Teaching Fellows [nominated by the DVC (L&SE)] (1) One member of the Academic Board elected from amongst the elected

members of the Board NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional Members as

necessary, in order to address the Committee’s business. This will include Chairs of Working Groups where appropriate.

3.10.4 Reporting

To UAB

3.11 Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-Committee [SECSC]


(a) To receive reports, discuss and make recommendations on aspects of the student experience as requested by the Student representatives, Students‟ Union and/or University officers.

(b) To forward agenda items to the LSEPC and/or University Corporate

Executive Team [UCET] as appropriate.

(c) To propose ways to embed the student voice throughout policies, regulatory

frameworks and processes that impact on the student learning experience.

(d) To comment on discussion documents, proposals or draft policies

forwarded by the LSEPC or UCET.

(e) To consider matters referred for detailed scrutiny and/or proposed

implementation by the LSEPC or UCET.

(f) To submit an annual report to LSEPC.

3.11.2 Lead Officer



Staff Co-Chair & Student Co-Chair appointed by LSEPC on the nomination of the Chair of LSEPC

DVC (Learning & Student Experience) University Secretary & Registrar



Academic Staff member from each School (6) Academic Registrar [or nominee] Director of ICT [or nominee] Director of Student Services [or nominee] Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Director of Campus Facilities [or nominee] Director of L&IS [or nominee] Head of Vice-Chancellor‟s Office Student Representative (1) Representatives of Partnership Colleges (5) 3 Student Representatives from each School (18) Representative of the LSEPC [nominated by the LSEPC] NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional Members as


3.11.4 Reporting

To LSEPC 3.12 Student Information Co-ordination Sub-Committee [SICSC]


(a) To develop a comprehensive strategy for communicating to students. (b) To monitor and co-ordinate the essential information made available to

students as reference documents from Schools and Departments. (c) To review a University Student Handbook and update this document on an

annual basis. (d) To review a Student Protocol and update this document on an annual basis. (e) To consider and agree any further work to enhance the co-ordinated flow of

corporate information to students throughout the year. (f) To report issues requiring further attention for the consideration of the

LSEPC.

3.12.2 Lead Officer

Academic Registrar

3.12.3 Membership (13) [Approved by UAB on 05-05-10] Chair appointed by LSEPC on the nomination of the Chair of LSEPC University Secretary & Registrar Head of Vice-Chancellor‟s Office Student Representative (1) Director for Learning Development [or nominee] Director of Student Services [or nominee] Director of ICT Systems [or nominee] Director of Library & Information Services [or nominee] Director of Marketing & Student Recruitment [or nominee]



Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry [or nominee] 2 School Representatives nominated by the Chair of Learning & Student

Experience Policy Committee Representative of the LSEPC [nominated by the LSEPC]

NOTE: The Committee reserves the right to co-opt additional Members as

necessary, in order to address the Committee’s business. In particular the Committee will, from time to time, be augmented by representatives from Schools and Departments constituting a Student Information Co-ordination Forum.

3.12.4 Reporting

To LSEPC

3.13 School Learning & Teaching Committees [SLTC]


(a) To enhance the student experience, ensuring the student voice informs decision making in the areas of learning, teaching and assessment.

(b) To oversee the development and implementation of School implementation

plans for learning, teaching and assessment, within the framework of the University LTAS.

(c) To promote the dissemination of good practice in the enhancement and

implementation of learning, teaching and assessment.

(d) To support staff in the sharing of good practice within the School and

University, and externally where appropriate, to foster recognition and reward of excellent practice.

(e) To consider, reflect and advise upon issues and trends emerging from the

analysis of internal and external quantitative and qualitative data on key aspects of the student learning experience.

(f) To develop synergies with key School and University committees/working

groups and advise on developments relating to the curriculum and the enhancement of the student learning experience.

(g) To make regular reports to the University Learning and Student Experience

Policy Committee on the implementation of the School LTAS and enhancement of the student learning experience.

3.13.2 Membership

As appropriate to each School, in consultation with the DVC (L&SE)

3.13.3 Reporting

To LSEPC but also providing reports to School Policy Committee



3.14 Portfolio Development Policy Committee [PDPC]


(a) To advise UAB on the development and shape of the University‟s academic portfolio at all levels.

(b) To advise the Vice-Chancellor on the most effective and efficient distribution

of resources needed to support the development and delivery of the academic portfolio.

(c) To oversee and develop the process of systematic academic portfolio

reviews undertaken at School level (d) To review and approve proposals for the development of new University

awards, new locations of delivery of existing awards, new modes of delivery and new collaborative partnerships, ensuring that all developments are based on relevant market intelligence, are strategically aligned to University priorities and objectives and have a sound marketing and recruitment plan in place.

(e) Oversee and manage the effective implementation of Section B

[Establishment of Taught Awards] of the Quality Handbook. (f) To advise on, and support, University and School-based processes for new

programme development.

3.14.2 Lead Officer


3.14.3 Membership (16) [Approved by UAB on 24-02-10 ]

Chair appointed by UAB on the nomination of the Chair of UAB Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) Deans of Schools (6) Student Representative (1) Director of Educational Partnerships Director of International Development Director of Library & Information Services Director of Academic Enterprise Director of Student Services Representative of the Higher Education Business Partnership [HEBP] elected

by the HEBP Board One member of the Academic Board elected from amongst the elected

members of the Board

NOTE: Other VCE Members, School Deputy/Assistant Deans, Directors and Students’ Union Sabbaticals will be encouraged to attend in the light of the agenda.

3.14.4 Reporting

To UAB



3.15 Research Policy Committee [RPC]


(a) To review the research strategy on an annual basis and advise on changes and amendments.

(b) To review research performance and advise on any action necessary. (c) To monitor the implementation of the research strategy at institutional and

School level. (d) To advise the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Enterprise) [DVC(R&E)]

on external issues which have a research component and assist in the preparation of responses to consultation documents.

(e) To advise the DVC(R&E) on matters related to research investment. (f) To recommend and approve Composition and Terms of Reference of Sub-

Committees of the RPC: i. University Research Ethics Sub-Committee [URESC] ii. Research Institutes‟ Sub-Committee [RISC]

(g) To receive minutes and items for discussion from School Research &

Development Committees, URESC and RISC. (h) To advise the DVC(R&E) about the strategy and processes to be adopted

for the Research Excellence Framework (REF). (i) To advise choice of Unit of Assessment [UoA] leads and arbitrate on

matters associated with staff to be returned in specific UoAs. (j) To offer independent advice on documentation prepared for the REF. (k) To review and advise on matters related to postgraduate students not

covered by URDSC. To receive a regular report from the Dean of GRS. (l) To advise the DVC(R&E) on matters related to research infrastructure. (m) To advise the DVC(R&E) on any research matters associated with the

enterprise agenda. (n) To advise the DVC(R&E) on any matters relating to the URESC.

3.15.2 Lead Officer



Chair appointed by UAB on the nomination of the Chair UAB Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Enterprise) One representative from each School (Deputy Director, Assistant Dean or

Institute Director, responsible for Research) (6) Chair of URDSC



Chair of URESC Elected Members: 2 Professors, 1 Reader, 1 Post Doctoral staff, 1 Research

Student One member of the Academic Board elected from amongst the elected

members of the Board

(Members who are unable to attend may send alternatives, subject to notification to the Secretary) Co-options: Up to 4 Co-opted members nominated by the DVC(R&E) and approved by

the URPC

3.15.4 Reporting

To UAB 3.16 Research Institutes’ Sub-Committee [RISC]


(a) To oversee the development and embedding of the Research Institutes.

(b) To review the performance of the Research Institutes.

(c) To ensure that the Research Institutes reflect the University‟s Research and Business Engagement Strategies.

(d) To ensure that the Research Institutes contribute to the Research Performance Indicators.

(e) To develop a Research Excellence Framework Strategy [REF] for the University.

(f) To oversee the implementation of the REF Strategy.

(g) To advise and report to RPC on the above matters.

3.16.2 Lead Officer



Chair appointed Research Policy Committee on the nomination of the Chair of RPC

DVC (Research & Enterprise) Research Institute Directors (5) Director of Academic Enterprise Teesside Business School [TBS] Assistant Dean Representative of the RPC [nominated by the RPC]

(Members who are unable to attend may send alternatives (Research

Associates/Fellow) subject to notification to the Secretary.



3.16.4 Reporting

To RPC 3.17 University Research Ethics Sub-Committee [URESC]


(a) To oversee the research ethics and research integrity training provided by the University.

(b) To consider issues relating to research ethics and integrity, including the

ethical propriety and legal compliance of research projects, as referred to it by RPC, URDSC, RESCs of Schools, or individual staff or students.

(c) To review, on a regular basis, the University‟s policies, procedures and

guidelines relating to research ethics, research conduct and research integrity.

(d) To report annually to the RPC. (e) To provide information and advice to researchers in the University on issues

relating to research ethics. (f) To consult internally/externally as necessary.

3.17.2 Lead Officer


3.17.3 Membership (10 + co-options) [Approved by UAB 05-05-10]

Chair appointed by RPC on the nomination of the Chair of RPC Chair of School Research Ethics Sub-Committee (6) Legal Services Manager [or nominee] Chair of URDSC Representative of the RPC [nominated by the RPC] Co-options: Up to 4 Co-opted members, of whom at least one should be external to the University (“lay member”), and all of whom should have relevant experience.

Staff and students and their supervisors may be required to attend the University Sub-Committee when their research proposals or other matters relating to the ethics of their research are being discussed. The University Sub-Committee shall also be responsible for appeals with regard to ethical decisions taken by School Research Ethics Sub-Committees. NOTE: Members are not personally liable for decisions taken by the Committee.

3.17.4 Reporting

To RPC



3.18 School Research & Development Committee [SR&DC]


(a) To advise the School Management on the formulation of policy to support staff research and development.

(b) To monitor and advise the School Management on the level, quality and

effectiveness of research and development activities. (c) To advise the School Management on resource issues arising from the

above. (d) To advise the School Management on matters associated with external

activity and contracts with, for example, employers and research councils. (e) To take an overview of external submissions, for example the REF, and to

monitor subsequent activity arising from that.

3.18.2 Membership

As appropriate to each School, in consultation with the DVC (R&E)

3.18.3 Reporting

To RPC but also providing reports to the School Policy Committee

3.19 School Research Ethics Sub-Committee [SRESC]

3.19.1 Terms or Reference

(a) To provide advice to staff, supervisors and students on good practice and the ethics of their research.

(b) To determine the ethical propriety of such research projects as are

submitted to it and to advise the Dean of School as necessary. (c) To monitor and oversee the ethical propriety and legal compliance of

research being carried out by staff and students in the School and to advise the Dean of School as necessary.

(d) To approve which members of staff are exempt from or must undertake

Research Ethics Training. (e) To enquire into any matter of research policy or practice submitted to it by

the Dean of School, School Research Policy/and Development Committee or SRDC.

(f) To report annually to the School Research Policy/and Development

Committee, and to the URESC. (g) To provide information and advice to researchers on ethical and legal

issues relating to research.



3.19.2 Membership (9 + co-options)

Chair appointed by the Dean of School 4 members of School staff appointed annually by the School Research

Degrees Committee, such that key fields of study in the School are represented

up to 4 co-opted members as appropriate, at least one of whom must be external to the School

one member external to the School Chair of SRDC Chair of School Research and Development Committee Dean of School

Staff and students and their supervisors may be required to attend the School Sub-Committees when their research proposals, or other matters relating to the ethics of their research, are being discussed. NOTE: Members are not personally liable for decisions taken by the Committee.

3.19.3 Reporting

To URESC but also providing reports to the School Policy Committee

3.20 Business Engagement Policy Committee [BEPC]


(a) To ensure that the Business Engagement Strategy is developed and implemented in a way that will foster innovation, enterprise and strong relationships with business and the wider community.

(b) To monitor progress and performance against the Business Engagement

Strategy and provide guidance on future developments of the Strategy. (c) To monitor relevant policy developments at regional, national, European

and international levels, and ensure that the University is positioned to respond.

(d) To promote and encourage cross-School working in business engagement. (e) To deliver a performance management framework for business

engagement. (f) To receive and commission reports on progress and specific business

engagement activities, as a means of informing future development. (g) To highlight gaps in knowledge, procedures or processes that could

usefully be addressed to strengthen Business Engagement Strategy delivery.

(h) To recommend to the Vice-Chancellor additional processes for stimulating

business investment in innovation and enterprise at the University. (i) To advise on funding policies, sources and methodologies for business

engagement.



3.20.2 Lead Officer

Director of Academic Enterprise


Chair appointed Academic Board on the nomination of the Chair of the Academic Board

DVC (Research & Enterprise) School Assistant Dean with specific responsibility for business engagement

[nominated by the Dean of School] (6) Member of Research Policy Committee nominated by Research Policy

Committee (1) Student Representative nominated by the Director of Academic Enterprise (1) Director of Finance Director of the Institute of Digital Innovation Director for Learning Development Member of Academic Board nominated by the Board from amongst the

elected members of the Board (1)


3.20.4 Reporting

To UAB

3.21 Workforce Development Sub-Committee [WDSC]


(a) To develop and articulate the University‟s approach to workforce development, taking account of areas of strength and employer needs and demands, with a clear focus on meeting client needs.

(b) To oversee delivery of the strategy and monitor progress against a series of

time bound aims and objectives. (c) To consult with colleagues on all aspects of workforce development and

implementation to ensure that decisions and activity are appropriate. (d) To develop a clear institutional framework for workforce development

activity, supported by robust processes. (e) To identify and agree on funding strategies in support of workforce

development. (f) To identify staffing and staff development needs for effective delivery of

workforce development. (g) To ensure the dissemination of workforce development activity and

initiatives.



3.21.2 Lead Officer

Director of Academic Enterprise


Chair appointed by BEPC on the nomination of the Chair of BEPC Assistant Deans with specific responsibility for business engagement

nominated by the BEPC (2) School representative nominated by Dean of School (6) Director for Learning Development [or nominee] Director of Educational Partnerships [or nominee] Director of Finance [or nominee] Academic Registrar [or nominee] Deputy Director (Quality), Academic Registry Representative of the BEPC [nominated by the BEPC]

NOTE: The sub- committee reserves the right to co-opt additional members as

necessary, in order to address the business of the Committee

3.21.4 Reporting

To BEPC 3.22 School Business Engagement Committee [SBEC]


(a) To oversee and co-ordinate delivery of the School‟s business engagement priorities, as identified in the School development plan.

(b) To identify priority areas for development of business engagement activity

in the School, along with the resources required to deliver it. (c) To propose supportive structures for business engagement, and identify

ways of creating and growing capacity within the School. (d) To oversee use of the “Customer Relationship Management” (CRM) system

and promote its take-up in support of a co-ordinated approach to business engagement.

(e) To work with SASC to promote the implementation of business-responsive

quality systems. (f) To monitor performance against business engagement targets, and

implement actions accordingly. (g) To identify areas for collaboration in the interests of meeting business

needs.

3.22.2 Membership [Approved by UAB 05-05-10]

As appropriate to each School, in consultation with the DVC (R&E)



3.22.3 Reporting

To BEPC but also providing reports to the School Policy Committee 3.23 School Policy Committee [SPC]

3.23.1 Terms of Reference [Approved UAB 05.05.06]

(a) To advise the School Management on the academic activities and profile of the School and to advise the Dean on the most effective and efficient distribution of resources needed to support those activities and profile.

(b) To consider and advise the School Management on the potential new

academic developments and the resource implication of these. (c) To contribute to the development of the School Development Plan. (d) To advise the School Management on the effective implementation of the

University‟s strategies including the University‟s Information Strategy. (e) To maintain an overview of significant issues considered by the School

Committees, and to ensure knowledge within the School of issues going forward to University Academic Board.

NOTE: In addition to the generic terms of reference detailed in (a)-(e) above,

each School may approve further terms of reference which meet the specific needs of that School. Proposed terms of reference should be

agreed between the Dean and the Vice-Chancellor’s Executive.

3.23.2 Membership

The School Executive, and other Members as appropriate to each School, in consultation with the Vice-Chancellors‟ Executive

3.23.3 Reporting

To UAB

3.24 School Programme Board [SPB]

3.24.1 Terms of Reference [Approved UAB 05.05.06] (a) To receive and approve the Programme Annual Monitoring Report. (b) To receive and discuss External Examiner Reports and

School/College/Partner response(s).

(c) To receive and process formal agenda items in relation to organisation and

delivery of the programme. Items may be raised in advance of the meeting by academic or administrative staff, or by elected Student Representatives.



3.24.2 Membership

Based on an agreed membership appropriate to the circumstances and fit for the discharge of the Terms of Reference above, such statements to include the determination of a quorum. A statement of Programme Board operation including this detail must be set out in the School‟s Quality/Procedural Manual

be held in accordance with an agreed and published annual timetable

NOTE: Programme Board meetings should normally have the student representative in attendance unless alternative mechanisms have been put in place to ensure that feedback from student representatives is formally considered at the meeting.

3.24.3 Reporting

To School Academic Standards Committee

3.25 Assessment Boards

Further details on Module Assessment Boards and Progression & Award Assessment Boards can be found in Section D2: Framework for Assessment, Award & Progression.

3.26 Constantine Wright Scholarship Committee [CWSC]


(a) To recommend the award of Constantine Wright Scholarships and

continuing Scholarships on the basis of academic performance plus one or more of the following: performance in the face of adversity entry with an unusual educational background mature students motivation and contribution to community i.e. cohort.


The Committee acts for the Trustees (Board of Governors) but members are elected by Academic Board at its annual general meeting: Dean of the School of Science & Engineering (who shall be Chair) 3 members of Academic Board elected annually by the Academic Board

3.26.3 Reporting To UAB

3.27 Honorary Degrees Committee [HDC]


(a) To consider and make recommendations to the Academic Board regarding

nominations for honorary degrees. (b) To advise the Academic Board as to the title of award to be conferred upon

each recommended nominee.

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(c) To review, periodically, the range of awards available, and the criteria for each, and to recommend changes (as appropriate) to the Academic Board.

3.27.2 Lead Officer

Head of Vice-Chancellor‟s Office

3.27.3 Membership (10) [Approved by UAB 05-05-10] Chancellor of the University Vice Chancellor (who Chairs the Committee) University Secretary & Registrar Members of Academic Board elected annually by the Academic Board (4) Student Representative nominated by the Students Union (1) Members of the Board of Governors (2)


3.28 Professorial Conferment Committee [PCC]


(a) To assist the Academic Board in discharging its responsibility for the

conferment of professorships, readerships and higher doctorates within the scope of the approved process.

3.28.2 Lead Officer

To be nominated by the Vice-Chancellor

3.28.3 Membership (7) [Approved by UAB 05-05-10] Vice-Chancellor (who Chairs the Committee) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Enterprise) One individual of Professorial standing in a University other than Teesside

University, nominated by the Vice-Chancellor Four members of staff who have Professorial status, nominated by the Vice-

Chancellor in the light of the needs of particular cases, one of whom may be a further Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Professorial status

Consideration will be given to the gender balance of the Committee. The quorum for the Committee will be five members which must include the External Professor. In the absence of the VC, the DVC (Research & Enterprise) will Chair the Committee. Exceptionally, the Committee will be considered quorate if the External Professor is absent but has submitted detailed written comments to the meeting and is consulted regarding the outcome.




Further details relating to the conferment of Professorships and Readerships can be found on the Graduate Research School SharePoint site.

3.29 Student Support Funding Committee [SSFC]


(a) To consider and determine applications from students for additional

funding from the Access to Learning Funds (ALF). (b) To approve rules of entitlement to financial support from ALF. This means

approval of the formulae to be used to calculate payments under Standard Awards, and the determination of guidelines to consider requests for Non Standard Awards.

(c) To oversee and monitor the implementation of these rules by the Director

of Student Services and the Student Funding Team. (d) To consider and decide upon applications which do not fall clearly within

existing rules. (e) To monitor the budget. (f) To make an annual report to Academic Board on student funding issues

dealt with by the Committee.

3.29.2 Lead Officer

Director of Student Services

3.29.3 Members (5) [Approved by UAB 05-05-10]

Chair appointed by UAB on the nomination of the Chair of UAB Members appointed by Academic Board who are not representatives of the

Students‟ Union (3) A member of the Executive of the Students‟ Union (1)

The Committee can co-opt members as appropriate The quorum shall be the Chairperson and two other members.


3.30 Teaching Fellowship Conferment Committee* [TFCC]

*Currently under review


(a) To consider individual applications and to confer the title of „Teaching

Fellow‟ and „Associate Teaching Fellow‟ on successful candidates. (b) To consider individual applications and to confer the title „HEA Associate

Fellow‟ or „HEA Fellow‟ on successful candidates.

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(c) To make recommendations for modification and extension to the scheme to the Academic Board.

3.30.2 Lead Officer


3.30.3 Members (9) Vice-Chancellor Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Learning & Student Experience) (who Chairs the

committee) An individual with Teaching Professorial or Fellowship standing in a University

other than Teesside University, nominated by the Vice-Chancellor (1) Members of staff who have Teaching Professorial or Fellowship status,

nominated by the Vice-Chancellor in the light of the needs of particular cases (3)

Director of Library & Information Services Director of Student Services

The quorum for the Committee will be five members which must include the external Professor or Teaching Fellow.

3.30.4 Reporting

To UAB

3.31 Assessment Review Committee [ARC]


There shall be a standing Assessment Review appointed by the Academic Board and normally acting with the full powers of the Academic Board to intervene in the proceedings of Assessment Boards. The Committee shall receive and consider written applications for review of assessment decisions or other decisions by Assessment Boards which could have the effect of retarding progress, terminating studies or affecting the level of award for students. It may intervene at the request of a Student, on behalf of the Academic Board. After consideration of the available evidence relating to an application, the Committee may: 1. Reject the application or 2. Refer the application and all relevant documentation available to the

Assessment Review Committee, to the relevant Assessment Board, inviting reconsideration of the earlier decision in the light of the documentation now available.

or 3. Refer the application, and all relevant documentation available to the

Assessment Review Committee, to the relevant Assessment Board, directing the Board to assess implications and act on any consequences, within its regulations.



or 4. Refer the application and all relevant documentation available to the

Assessment Review Committee to the relevant Assessment Board, directing rectification of specified matters, assessment of implications and action on any consequences within the regulations.

3.31.2 Lead Officer

Academic Registrar

3.31.3 Membership (4)

The Assessment Review Committee shall be convened by the Legal Services Manager (or nominee) on the basis that no member shall otherwise have an interest in the student or have previously participated in the proceedings under consideration.

The Assessment Review Committee shall consist of 4 members as follows:-

The nominee of the Chair of the Academic Board (who Chairs the

Committee) A member of the Executive of the Students‟ Union (1) Two members from the following: a Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dean, or

Deputy Dean/ or Assistant Dean of a School.

The Committee may choose to conduct business if one member is unable to be present for any reason. However, a representative of the Students' Union must always be present for business to be conducted.

The Ombuds Officer, or nominee of the Legal Services Manager, shall be Clerk to the Committee, and a Secretary will be appointed by the Clerk.

3.31.4 Reporting

To UAB



APPENDIX A

ACADEMIC BOARD COMMITTEE STRUCTURE – 2010/11

ACADEMIC BOARD

Business Engagement

Policy Committee

Portfolio Development

Policy Committee

Academic Quality & Standards Policy

Committee

Learning & Student Experience Policy

Committee

Research Policy

Committee

Workforce

Development SC

Research Institutes SC

Student Information Co-ordination SC

Student Experience Co-ordination SC

Research Ethics SC

Regulatory Framework SC

Quality Monitoring & Enhancement SC

Admissions SC

Programme Approval SC

Research Degrees SC

School Policy

Committees

School Research

Ethics Committees

School Business

Engagement Committees

School Research & Development

Committees

School Learning &

Teaching Committees

School Academic

Standards Committees

School Research

Degrees Committees

Documents

CREDIT ACCUMULATION MODULAR SCHEME FRAMEWORK of...SECSC Student Experience Co-ordination Sub-Committee SICSC Student Information Co-ordination Sub-Committee SLTC School Learning &