Toggle search Toggle menu Home » Articles » University council Governance and Structure The University Executive Committee is responsible for all matters associated with the development and management of the university. Search University council Last updated: 3 November 2021 Council is the university’s governing body and is responsible for the educational character and mission of the university, the approval of annual estimates of income and expenditure, the appointment of senior staff, and the Articles of Association (revised May 2021) that set out the formal governance arrangements of the university. Council membership Council currently comprises of 20 members: 14 external members and six members from the university community, including the Vice-Chancellor, members of academic and support staff and Academic Board, and the president and education officers of the Students’ Union. Council members are required to declare any interests on appointment and during their term of office. If you wish to view the register of interests, please contact Penny Gravestock, assistant secretary to council on 01242 714184. Council and its committees View the council’s remit and terms of reference Council has created the following committees to assist in its work: Audit and Risk Committee –Terms of reference Council and Foundation Standing Group – Terms of reference Finance and General Purposes Committee – Terms of reference Governance and Nominations Committee – Terms of reference Remuneration and Human Resources Committee – Terms of reference Other senior committees Academic Board – Terms of reference University Executive Committee – Terms of reference Academic Leadership Group – Terms of reference Key documents Council members Chairs and officers of university council and council committees Statement of primary responsibilities Financial statements (2018/19) Financial statements (2019/20) Scheme of delegations Council code of conduct Role description: member of council Role description: chair of council Role description: vice-chair of council Role description: additional responsibilities for a chair of a council committee Role description: university secretary Role description: chancellor and pro-chancellor Members of Council and its Committees Privacy Notice Council Standing Orders Council minutes 28 November 2017 6 February 2018 10 April 2018 15 May 2018 26 June 2018 2 October 2018 27 November 2018 5 February 2019 30 June 2020 6 October 2020 24 November 2020 26 March 2019 14 May 2019 25 June 2019 1 October 2019 26 November 2019 4 February 2020 31 March 2020 12 May 2020 2 February 2021 13 April 2021 11 May 2021 29 June 2021 Contact details For further information please contact University Secretary and Registrar, Dr Matthew Andrews. For general enquiries relating to council, please contact: Penny Gravestock Assistant Secretary to Council Fullwood House University of Gloucestershire The Park Cheltenham Glos GL50 2RH Was this article helpful? University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH. Telephone +44 (0)1242 714700 View larger map Business & partnerships Do business on campus Apprenticeships Recruit student talent Venue hire Growth Hub Procurement Outreach and widening participation Governance and structure Strategic Plan 2017-2022 Student Charter Information governance University Council Slavery and Human Trafficking Insurance Freedom of information Criminal Finances Act Statement Appeals and complaints About Gloucestershire Coronavirus statement Academic schools Our campuses Latest news Press office Sustainability Public lectures Graduation Alumni Pay online Clearing Blogs Accessibility Careers Disclaimer Document hub Privacy & cookies Contact us © 2021 Copyright University of Gloucestershire Company Registration Number 06023243. VAT Number GB 886 1439 87. back to top By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie policy Accept All Cookies Reject All Cookies Settings