Course Description
The University of Exeter is a public research university in Exeter, Devon, South West England, United Kingdom. At the University of Exeter we combine teaching excellence and high levels of student satisfaction with world class research at our campuses in Exeter and Cornwall. We are a member of the Russell Group of leading research-intensive universities. Our success is built on a strong partnership with our students and a clear focus on high performance.As part of a radical vision for the city, schools of Art and Science were founded in Exeter in 1851. Challenging opposition and driven by ambition from the start, these humble beginnings were the first steps towards establishing the University of Exeter.
Organisation of the University
On this site you can find details about the University's governance structure and decision-making processes. Council is the University’s governing body and Senate its senior academic forum. Responsibility for the management of the University and the delivery of its corporate strategy rests with the University Executive Board, chaired by the Vice-Chancellor, and its delegated committees.
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His Majesty the King
Independent (Non-Executive) Officers
Sir Michael Barber
The Chancellor is the chief ceremonial officer of the University and presides over occasions such as degree ceremonies.
Quentin Woodley (Chair of Council)
The Chair of Council is the senior Independent (non-executive) officer of the University and is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of the strategic, financial and physical management of the University.