University Council
Positions for the University Council
Staff
Category | Position | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
Academic Staff | 2 x 2 year term | Any academic staff (Level A-E) |
Non-Academic Staff | 1 x 2 year term | Any professional or non-academic teaching staff |
Students
Category | Position | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Student | 1 x 1 year term | Any undergraduate course or program |
Postgraduate Student | 1 x 1 year term | Any postgraduate course or program |
Term for the University Council
Staff
The term of office for staff positions on the University Council is two years, commencing from 1 September and concluding 31 August.
Students
The term of office for student positions on the University Council is one year, commencing from 1 January and concluding 31 December.
Eligibility for the University Council
Staff
- Employed by the University at the close of nominations
- Includes contingent, continuing or fixed-term staff
- Excludes casual, sessional or conjoint arrangements
- Must meet TEQSA “fit and proper person” requirements
Students
- Enrolled in a course and active in a program leading to an award for the full term
- Must not be employed full-time by the University
- Must meet TEQSA “fit and proper person” requirements
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.