How the University works
- Kingston University is a corporate body created by statute (PDF).
- Chancellor, Sir Peter Hall, is the ceremonial head of the University. This is an honorary post with no executive or strategic duties.
- The Board of Governors decides how the University is run.
- The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Julius Weinberg, implements the Board's decisions on a day-to-day basis.
- The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Dr David Mackintosh, and a number of Pro-Vice Chancellors help the Vice-Chancellor.
- The Executive Board advises the Vice-Chancellor on key issues.
- The five faculties of academic staff are divided into schools.
- The central and support departments help staff and students.
- The academic year is divided into three terms.
- Download the University's organisational chart (PDF) for more information.
The University's mission
- Our mission and vision is to promote participation in higher education.
- The University's Strategic Plan assesses our progress and looks to the future.
- The Campus Development Plan is a multi-million pound investment in our estate to benefit students, staff and the local community.
- The University policies and regulations ensure we maintain high standards.
Other bodies the University works with
- Our partner institutions include further education colleges.
- Our business and industry links provide a bridge between education and commerce.
- Local community involvement ranges from cultural events to sporting facilities.
- Through these networks, we aim to widen access to education and collaborate with key stakeholders.
