Academic Policy Services

Academic Policy Services (APS) provides  policy advice and professional services regarding the University's academic governance, legislative and policy development systems, and curriculum management.

 The role of Academic Policy Services is to:

• Develop, review and continuously improve the University’s academic legislation, policies and procedures.
• Provide policy analysis and advice to members of the Executive and other senior staff of the University.
• Manage the process of curriculum approval and change.
• Provide professional support and advice to several of the University's major committees, including the Academic Board, Academic Council, Board of Coursework Studies, the Teaching and Learning Committee, and associated standing committees.
• Manage and co-ordinate academic decision-making structures and processes to ensure an effective interface between executive, faculty and the central committee decision-making processes.
• Contribute to policy and strategy, as well as oversee and implement initiatives, that improve the student learning experience.
• Design, develop, evaluate and advise on policies, processes and schemes that support the University's Operational Priorities Plan.
• Contribute to the University’s submissions and responses to Government in the area of higher education policy.

Academic Policy Services is a section within Student Services, a major division of the Registrar’s Office, responsible for the wide range of Academic Services within the University.