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Governance
Durham University is a legally independent and autonomous institution established by Act of Parliament in 1832 and Royal Charter in 1837. It is also an educational charity.
Council is the governing body of the University and its Trustee Board. The University is led by the Vice-Chancellor and Warden, supported by a Senior Leadership Team.
Council information
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Further information concerning how the University is governed and the senior people responsible for managing the institution.
Senior Leadership Team
Learn about the people responsible for leading the University and delivering the strategy.
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Chancellor
The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of Durham University. Find out more about our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill.
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Governance Documentation
The Statutes and Regulations provide the core governance information of the University.
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Legal and Charity Status
Durham University is established by Act of Parliament and Royal Charter and is an educational charity regulated by the Office for Students.
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University Secretary's Office
Oversees the overall governance, assurance and compliance structure of the University, ensuring the integrity of the conduct of its business. (Internal only)
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Governance Committees
The University Secretary's Office SharePoint site provides further information about the University's governance framework and its committees as well as templates and guidance for preparing committee papers.
Get in touch
Find out more about the University governance
University Secretary's Office
Durham University
The Palatine Centre
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE