Council Meeting No 9/09
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A meeting of the Council was held in the Council Chamber, level 1, Old Quadrangle on Monday 7 September 2009 at 5.00pm.
Present
Members
The Chancellor (Hon A Chernov) (in the Chair)
The Deputy Chancellor (Ms R Storelli)
The Deputy Chancellor (Hon. Justice S Crennan)
The Vice-Chancellor (Professor G Davis)
The President of Academic Board (Professor G Stevens)
Ms O Bishop, Professor P Dawkins, Dr M Doig, Judge I Lawson, Mr R Johanson,
Associate Professor M Joshi, Mr M Myer, Mr T Peake, Ms E Ritchie and Hon. D White
Others Attending
The Acting Provost (Professor S Elliott)
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Relations) (Professor J Dewar)
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (Professor P Rathjen)
The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Global Relations) (Professor Warren Bebbington)
The President of Convocation (Ms L Boston)
The Senior Vice-Principal (Mr I Marshman)
The Vice-Principal and Head of University Services (Ms E Baré)
The Vice-Principal and Academic Registrar (Ms G Luck)
The Vice-Principal and Chief Financial Officer (Mr A Tait)
The Vice-Principal and General Counsel (Mr C Penman)
The Dean of the Faculty of VCA and Music (Professor S Pretty)
The University Secretary (Ms J White)
The Deputy University Secretary (Mr J Green)
Dr J Constable (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)
Ms E Fazio (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)
Ms H Cooney (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)
The Manager, Corporate Affairs (Ms C Buckridge)
Business
- FORMAL MATTERS
1.1 Apologies and Leave of Absence Requests [Item A.01]
Council granted leave of absence for Ms E Alexander, Professor G Bowes, Mr M Coyle, Ms T Jonas and Dr V Mansour for this meeting.
Council granted leave of absence for Hon. Justice S Crennan and Dr M Doig for the October meeting.
1.2 Welcome
The Chancellor welcomed the Dean of the Faculty of VCA and Music, Professor Pretty who was attending to take part in discussions on a Key Issue (minute 6.1 below refers).
- Minutes of Previous Meetings and Follow Up Action Sheet[Item A.1(a) and A.1(b)]
2.1 The Minutes of Council Meeting No. 8/2009 held on 20 July 2009 were confirmed.
2.2 The Action Sheet from Meeting No. 8/2009 was received and noted.
- Declarations of Interest [Item A.2(a)]
No declarations of interest were received.
- Starring of Additional Items[Item A.2(b)]
Additional items - B.3(1) and (2) were starred for discussion.
- Motion to Adopt or Receive “Unstarred Items of Business”[Item A.2(c)]
It was agreed that the unstarred items of business be adopted where containing recommendations and received where containing reports.
- Key Issues and Documents for Discussion[Item A.3]
6.1 Presentation on the Faculty of the VCA and Music (VCAM)
[Note: The full set of slides relating to this presentation form part of the Council agenda papers and are available on the electronic record].
6.1.1 The Vice-Chancellor traced briefly the gradual evolution of the Victorian College of the Arts from the establishment of its foundation school, the School of Arts in 1867 through various phases of development until it became a faculty of the University in January 2007. He noted that the former Faculty of Music also has a long history, having been established in 1879.
Council noted that, while VCA was affiliated with the University, a substantial reduction of almost 30% in the Commonwealth funding base for the VCA occurred in 2006 and the University was required to contribute its own funds in order to meet the VCA budget requirements. From 2005 till 2011, the total University contribution will be in the order of $100 million.
The Vice-Chancellor referred to the recent public debate concerning the funding of the Faculty and its curriculum management, and noted the former VCA became part of the University after a stringent governance process and with the unanimous approval of the VCA Council in 2007.
Professor Davis stated that the University had a very strong commitment to the future of the Faculty of the VCA and Music and that the University would work closely with VCAM to manage future funding arrangements and to plan carefully for a new curriculum, which would incorporate world best practice. He noted that a position paper, that would raise all reasonable options for the future of the Faculty, would be published soon.
6.1.2 Professor Sharman Pretty was then invited to address Council on her vision for the future of VCAM.
Professor Pretty outlined the international context in which the new faculty is operating and provided comparative funding rates and fund sources for similar institutions interstate, as well as a comparison of operating income received by other Faculties. She explained that no decisions had yet been taken about the future curriculum although in depth consultations were imminent. She noted that the new generation Music degree was well on track due to constructive collaboration between the Parkville and Southbank music staff within the School of Music.
Professor Pretty informed Council that, over the next two years, an ongoing process of consultation will occur to enable VCAM to achieve its educational goals and meet its budget targets by the end of 2011.
The Vice-Chancellor and the Dean responded to a number of questions from Council members, including those concerning plans to manage better public perceptions, managing staffing issues within diminished resources, curriculum review and consideration of new branding proposals.
The Chancellor thanked Professor Pretty for her excellent and informative presentation and drew members’ attention to the report of the Council Nominations and Governance Committee concerning its recent meeting and the appointments to the VCA Advisory Board (minute 7.4 below refers)
6.2 Senior Executive Appointments
[The Chancellor requested all non-members to leave the Chamber whilst Council considered this item.]
The Vice-Chancellor introduced his proposals for a re-configuration of the Senior Executive, consequent upon the retirement of the inaugural Provost, Professor Peter McPhee in July 2009. The changes sought to achieve a better balance of workloads, responsibilities and improved alignment with strategic priorities.
Council approved the following recommendations to take effect from Monday 28 September 2009:
- A revised senior executive structure as set out in Attachment 1 of Appendix F of the report.
- The following appointments:
Provost - Professor John Dewar Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement)
(revised role)- Professor Susan Elliott Deputy Vice-Chancellor (University Affairs)
(revised role)– Professor Warren Bebbington Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching)
(revised role)– Professor Pip Pattison Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Campus Development)
(New role at 0.1 fraction)– Professor Tom Kvan* [* Professor Kvan remains Dean of Architecture, Building and Planning]
Council noted that it was proposed to appoint Mr Allan Tait to the role of Chief Financial Officer and the position would report to the Vice-Chancellor on key strategic matters whilst remaining part of the Senior Vice-Principal’s executive group. It also noted the appointment of Ms Nancy Wells as the Chief Advancement Officer to manage the University Campaign, commencing in 2010, and to lead Advancement activities.
Non-members and observers then returned to the Chamber and the Provost-elect, Professor John Dewar, was invited to address the meeting. He advised that his key priority would be the implementation of the next phase of the Melbourne Model in which he intended to sustain the focus on quality and achieve a major shift in the student profile.
Professor Elliott and Professor Bebbington spoke briefly of their enthusiasm in taking up their new appointments. Council also noted the new nomenclature of certain senior officers, as approved by the Vice-Chancellor, as set out in the table of the Appendix G to his report.
- Chancellor’s Report[Item B.1]
The Chancellor reported on the following matters.
7.1 Conferring of Honorary Doctorates of Laws
The Chancellor informed Council members that dates had now been set for the award of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws to two former Deputy Vice-Chancellors –
- Professor Frank Larkins on 19 December at 10.30am
- Professor Peter McPhee on 15 December at 7.30pm
7.2 Submission of Nominations for Governor-in-Council Appointments for 2010
The Chancellor advised that, in accordance with the Minister’s requirements, four names, including those of the two retiring members, have been put forward for nomination to fill the two vacancies for Governor-in-Council appointments from 2010.
7.3 Resignation of Mr Noel Turnbull
Council noted that Mr Noel Turnbull had resigned from the VCA Advisory Board, VCA Integration Committee and Council.
7.4 Updated Terms of Reference of VCAM Advisory Board
The Chancellor advised that, as a consequence of the Council Nominations and Governance Committee’s consideration of the Terms of Reference of VCAM Advisory Board, the following were the only amendments relating to this matter –
- The title of the Advisory Board revised from “VCA” to “VCAM”; and
- The title of “Dean and Director” revised to “Dean”.
7.5 New Appointments to the VCAM Advisory Board
Council approved the following new Appointments to the VCAM Advisory Board as recommended by the Dean, Professor Sharman Pretty and endorsed by the Vice-Chancellor and Council Nominations and Governance Committee via its circular resolution. (Tabled Item C.5(b) refers) –
- Ms Lesley Alway, Managing Director, Sotheby’s [Category (a) appointment]
- Professor John Daley, CEO, Grattan Institute [Category (c) appointment]
- Ms Jerril Rechter, Executive Director, Leadership Victoria [Category (c) appointment]
7.6 Report of the VCA Integration Committee
- Vice-Chancellor’s Report [Item B.2]
Council received the report of Meeting 2/2009 held on 18 August 2009 and noted that three members of the Board had resigned at that meeting.
Council received and noted the Vice-Chancellor’s Report.
8.1 MBS/Faculty of Economics and Commerce Merger
Council noted that the Board of the Melbourne Business School had sought a postponement of the Extraordinary General Meeting, at which a decision was to be made in regard to the proposed merger, until 7 October.
8.2 VCAM
This matter was dealt with under Minute 6.1 above.
8.3 RDM/ERP Update
Council noted that the Economic Response Program (ERP) ‘went live’ today, 7 September, in a message to all staff. The five components of the program, including a Voluntary Departure package are detailed on the ERP website, together with supporting information for staff. The Vice-Chancellor reported that NTEU had called for a strike for 3.00pm that day.
8.4 Research and Research Training
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) was invited to address Council on a range of new developments in the research arena, which are of significance to the University, including the University’s successes in Co-operative Research Centres, Research Collaboration Grants, the Biofuels Research Award, the Major Strategic Research Initiatives, and the award of the 2009 Bethlehem Griffiths Research Foundation Medal to Professor Sam Berkovic.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) also noted that the University was unsuccessful in attracting any Fellowships under this scheme (formerly known as “Federation Fellowships”).
8.5 The Australia India Institute
Council noted that the University was a major participant with the University of New South Wales and La Trobe University in the establishment of an Australia India Institute which was launched in New Delhi on 1 September 2009, with Commonwealth funding of $8.106 million.
8.6 Proposed Senior Appointments
8.6.1 Appointment of the Hon. Gareth Evans
Council noted that former Australian Foreign Minister and President and CEO of the Brussels-based International Crisis Group, the Hon. Gareth Evans, had taken up a three-year appointment as an Honorary Professorial Fellow in the School of Social and Political Sciences in the Faculty of Arts.
8.7 Compliance Report
Council noted the September 2009 Compliance Report, which included advice of amendments to the Trade Practices Act 1975, which could have compliance implications for members of staff of the University.
8.8 Membership of National Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research Ltd
Council noted that the Vice-Chancellor had approved, on its behalf, becoming a member of the National Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research Limited.
- Acting Provost’s Report [Item B.3]
Council received and noted the Acting Provost’s Report to Council.
9.1 2010 Schedule of Conferring Ceremonies
The Acting Provost advised that the number of ceremonies was increasing and, at the request of a member of Council, agreed to take into account the fact that none of them occurred within working hours, which might become an equity issue for staff required to attend.
Council approved the 2010 Schedule of Conferring Ceremonies, subject to any further amendments approved by the Chancellor.
9.2 Investigation of Affordable Housing Options for Students
Council received a comprehensive report from the Working Group established under the leadership of the Vice-Principal (Property and Campus Services) Mr Chris White, in response to an escalating shortage of student accommodation in 2008 and noted its recommendations to the Executive.
- Senior Vice-Principal’s Report [Item B.4]
Council received and noted the Senior Vice-Principal’s Report to Council.
10.1 Major Projects progress Report
Council noted a summary of progress to date on eight major projects under way in August 2009.
- Finance Committee[Item C.1]
Council received the report of the Finance Committee Meeting No. 5/2009 held on 20 August 2009, including the statements of the University’s financial position as at 31 July 2009.
- Academic Board [Item C.2]
Council received the report of the Academic Board Meetings No. 4/2009 and 5/2009 held on 23 July 2009 and 27 August 2009, respectively.
12.1 Award of Honorary Degrees
12.1.1 Award of Honorary Degree – Doctor of Engineering
Council approved the award of an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Engineering (honoris causa) to the person whose citation was tabled.
12.1.2 Award of Honorary Degree – Doctor of Medical Science
Council approved the award of an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Medical Science (honoris causa) to the person whose citation was tabled.
12.2 Academic Freedom Policy
The President of the Academic Board informed Council that the Board had approved a Statement of Principles developed after considerable consultation, by a working party established for the purpose. The Chancellor proposed, with the agreement of Council, that under the circumstances the Statement lie on the table until its next meeting.
12.3 Resolutions on Selection
Council approved the Resolutions on Selection as detailed in Appendix B of the report and that the attachment to Regulation 11.1R3 would be updated accordingly.
12.4 New Course Proposals
Council approved the establishment of 14 postgraduate courses as set out in Appendix 1 of these minutes and noted that regulation 5.4R1 would be updated accordingly.
12.5 Course Discontinuations
Council approved the discontinuance of 63 courses as set out in Appendix 2 of these minutes and noted that Regulation 5.4R1 would be updated accordingly.
12.6 New Student Awards
On the recommendation of the Academic Board Council approved the establishment of the following student awards:
- Commerce Opportunity Bursary (Appendix C of the report)
- Malcolm D. H. Smith Memorial Scholarship (Appendix D of the report)
- Audit and Risk Committee [Item C.3]
Council received the report of the Audit and Risk Committee Meeting No. 2/2009 held on 15 July 2009.
13.1 Report from Risk Management Committee
Council noted the report.
13.2 Risk Management Program
Council noted a report on the University’s risk management framework, philosophy and emerging issues.
13.3 Major Project Risks
Council noted the Risk Register on Major Projects.
- Buildings and Estates Committee [Item C.4]
Council received the report of the Building and Estates Committee Meeting No. 3/2009 held on 23 July 2009.
14.1 Naming Proposal – Grimwade Research Laboratories
Council approved the renaming of the laboratories on the second floor of the South Tower of Bio21 Institute as ‘Grimwade Research Laboratories’.
- Council Nominations and Govenance Committee [C.5]
Council received the report of the Council Nominations and Governance Committee Meeting No. 4/2009 held on 17 August 2009. The Council also heard from the Chair of Legislation and Trusts Committee who reminded Council of the background to the major reconstruction of the Statutes and Regulations of the University, which had commenced in February 2008 and that the legislative changes before Council represent the first major tranche of reform. The Chair advised that the revised legislation would give effect to Council’s in principle approval in December 2008 of reforms to University Governance, Academic Structures, Governance of Semi-Autonomous Bodies, University Services and Facilities.
On the recommendation of the Nominations and Governance Committee, Council resolved as follows:
15.1 Statute 5.1 – Academic Units
To approve the repeal and re-enactment of Statute 5.1 – Academic Units, as set out in the Legislation and Trusts Committee’s Report to Council (see minute 19 below).
15.2 Statute 8.1 – Semi-Autonomous Bodies
To endorse the repeal and re-enactment of Statute 8.1 – Semi Autonomous Bodies, with minor editorial amendments, as set out in the Legislation and Trusts Committee’s Report to Council (see minute 19 below).
15.3 Governance Arrangements for Faculties and Semi-Autonomous Bodies
To endorse the existing governance arrangements of eight faculties and two graduate schools listed in Appendix A of the report as requested by them in accordance with the new Statute 5.1.
To endorse the proposed governance arrangements for the Faculty of the VCA and Music and Melbourne School of Engineering respectively, subject to each faculty providing further advice on the matter of professional staff representation on a consultative faculty body (Appendix B). This is now an explicit requirement in Statute 5.1 of which all faculties should be reminded.
To endorse the current governance arrangements for the Melbourne Theatre Company, International House and Medley Hall.
To endorse revised and updated arrangements for Asialink, Melbourne University Bookshops and the Ian Potter Museum of Art.
To endorse the revised governance arrangements for Melbourne University Sport and a reconfigured Veterinary Clinic and Hospital.
15.4 Amendments to Legislation relating to Executive Staff
To approve the revocation and remaking of Statute 2.5 – Senior Executive Staff, and the making of new associated Regulations in respect of the Provost, the Deputy Vice-Chancellors, the Pro-Vice-Chancellors, the Senior Vice-Principal, the Chief Financial Officer and the University Secretary. Details of these Regulations are set out in the report of the Legislation and Trusts Committee (see minute 19 below).
To approve the revocation of Statute 2.6. – The Vice-Principals and University Secretary.
15.5 Interim Legislation for Faculty of Business and Economics
To approve the making, revocation or amendment of the following legislation to address the conditions precedent under the CMA, noting that the making of Regulation 5.1.R1A would be delayed until the merger was approved by donor members.
Regulation 5.1.R1 Details of faculties - Amend Regulation 5.1.R1A Faculty of Business and Economics – Make (conditional upon the Donor members of MBSL approving the merger) Regulation 6.1.R4 Melbourne Business School - Revoke Regulation 6.1.R7 List of Departments and Schools - Amend Statute 9.28 Melbourne Business School Limited - Amend Details of these regulations are set out in the Legislation and Trusts Committee Report to Council (see minute 19 below).
15.6 Legislation governing Colleges
To resolve the proposal that the Colleges affiliation Statutes remain in place and not be replaced by Regulations.
15.7 Revised Terms of Reference
To approve an additional Term of Reference for the Committee as follows:
“To monitor the governance arrangements of Faculties, Graduate Schools and Semi-Autonomous Bodies (established under Statutes 5.1 and 8.1, respectively) on behalf of Council when requested by it to do so.”
- Council Nominations and Govenance Committee [C.5(b)]
- Honours Committee [C.6]
Council received the tabled report of the Council Nominations and Governance Committee Meeting No. 5/2009 held by circular resolution on 7 September 2009.
16.1 Appointments to the VCA and Music Advisory Board
This matter was dealt with under minute 7.5 above.
No meeting held.
- Remuneration and Employment Conditions Committee [C.7]
No meeting held.
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Legislation and Trusts Committee [Item C.8]
Council received the report of the Legislation and Trusts Committee Meetings No. 5/2009 and 6/2009 held on 23 July 2009 and 31 August 2009, respectively who moved that Council make the new legislation in accordance with the Committee’s recommendations.
19.1 Regulations under Statute for submission to Council
Council approved the following amendments to Regulations:
1 Amendment of Regulation 6.1.R7 recommended by the University Secretary on the advice of the faculty of Arts To incorporate the new graduate school into the faculty of Arts (53/09) 2 Amendment of Regulation 6.1.R7 recommended by the University Secretary on the advice of the Academic Board To update the guidelines for the establishment of centres and institutes for research and research training (48/09) 19.2 Trust Regulations for submission to Council
Council approved the following amendments of Trust Regulations:
1 Making of Regulation R6.272 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the faculty of the VCA and Music To govern the Lyn Bromley-Julian Oboe Scholarship (49/09) 2 Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of Melbourne Graduate School of Education To govern the Manuel Gelman Award for Teaching Excellence (50/09) 3 Amendment of Regulation R6.242 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Global Relations) To govern The Judd/de Kretser Scholarships (51/09) 4 Amendment of Regulation R6.72 recommended by the Projects Lawyer – Trusts on the advice of the faculty of Science To govern the Ronald Riseborough Prize (52/09)
19.3 TRMMM Legislation
Council approved the following repeal, re-enactment, making or amendment of Statutes and Regulations:
1
Repeal and re-enactment of Statute 2.5 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To consolidate legislation regarding the appointment of certain senior staff by Council (55/09)
2
Making of Regulation 2.5.R1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the Provost (56/09)
3
Making of Regulation 2.5.R2 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the Deputy Vice-Chancellors (57/09)
4
Making of Regulation 2.5.R3 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the Pro-Vice-Chancellors (58/09)
5
Making of Regulation 2.5.R4 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the Senior Vice-Principal (59/09)
6
Making of Regulation 2.5.R5 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the Chief Financial Officer (60/09)
7
Making of Regulation 2.5.R6 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the appointment and duties of the University Secretary (61/09)
8
Repeal of Statute 2.6 The Vice-Principals and the University Secretary recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To consolidate legislation regarding the appointment of certain senior staff by Council (54/09)
9
Repeal and re-enactment of Statute 5.1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (62/09)
10
Revocation and remaking of Regulation 5.1.R1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (63/09)
11
Making of Regulation 5.1.R2 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern The Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute (79/09)
12
Making of Regulation 5.1.R3 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern The Nossal Institute for Global Health (80/09)
13
Making of Regulation 5.1.R4 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the Faculty of Business and Economics (81/09)
14
Making of Regulation 5.1.R5 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the School of Melbourne Consulting and Custom Programs (82/09)
15
Repeal of Statute 5.2 The University of Melbourne School of Graduate Research recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (66/09)
16
Repeal of Statute 5.3 The Deans and Other Officers recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (68/09)
17
Repeal of Statute 5.5 The Faculty of the Victorian College of the Arts recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (69/09)
18
Revocation of Regulation 5.1.R2 Faculty of MDHS Research Committee recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (64/09)
19
Revocation of Regulation 5.1.R4 Board of MSLE recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (65/09)
20
Revocation of Regulation 5.2.R1 The University of Melbourne School of Graduate Research recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (67/09)
21
Revocation of Regulation 5.5.R1 The Faculty of the Victorian College of the Arts recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (70/09)
22
Repeal of Statute 6.1 Academic Departments and Schools – General recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (71/09)
23
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R1 Clinical Schools in MDHS recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (72/09)
24
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R6 Veterinary Clinic and Hospital recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (74/09)
25
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R7 List of Departments and Schools recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (75/09)
26
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R9 The Bio21 Institute recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (76/09)
27
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R10 School of Melbourne Consulting and Custom Programs recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (77/09)
28
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R11 The Nossal Institute recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To simplify legislation regarding academic units within the University (78/09)
29
Repeal and re-enactment of Statute 8.1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (83/09)
30
Making of Regulation 8.1.R1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern Melbourne Theatre Company (96/09)
31
Making of Regulation 8.1.R2 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern International House (97/09)
32
Making of Regulation 8.1.R3 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern The Medley Hall of Residence (98/09)
33
Making of Regulation 8.1.R4 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern The Ian Potter Museum of Art (99/09)
34
Making of Regulation 8.1.R5 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern Asialink (100/09)
35
Making of Regulation 8.1.R6 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern Melbourne University Bookshops (101/09)
36
Making of Regulation 8.1.R7 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern Melbourne University Sport (102/09)
37
Making of Regulation 8.1.R8 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the Veterinary Clinic and Hospital (103/09)
38
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R1 Information Services recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (84/09)
39
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R3 Melbourne Theatre Company recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (85/09)
40
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R4 International House recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (86/09)
41
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R5 The Medley Hall of Residence recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (87/09)
42
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R5(A) Medley Hall recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (88/09)
43
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R6 Library Rules recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (89/09)
44
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R7 Computing and Network Facilities Rules recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (90/09)
45
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R9 Traffic and Parking Rules recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (91/09)
46
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R10 The Ian Potter Museum of Art recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (92/09)
47
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R11 Asialink recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (93/09)
48
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R12 Administrative Divisions recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (94/09)
49
Revocation of Regulation 8.1.R13 Melbourne University Bookshops recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure the governance of non-academic departments operating as semi-autonomous bodies within the University (95/09)
50
Enactment of Statute 8.3 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To restructure legislation governing access to University services and facilities (104/09)
51
Making of Regulation 8.3.R1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To establish Library Rules (106/09)
52
Making of Regulation 8.3.R2 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To establish Computing and Network Facilities Rules ((107/09)
53
Making of Regulation 8.3.R3 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To establish Traffic and Parking Rules (108/09)
54
Making of Regulation 8.3.R4 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To establish Sport and Physical Recreation Rules (109/09)
55
Making of Regulation 8.3.R5 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To establish Melbourne University Archives Rules (110/09)
56 Revocation of Regulation 17.1.R7 Sport and Physical Recreation Rules recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal To restructure legislation governing access to University services and facilities (105/09)
19.4 Faculty of Business and Economics Interim Legislation
Council approved the making or amendment of Statute and Regulations as follows:
1
Amendment of Regulation 5.1.R1 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To update details concerning the faculty of Business and Economics, the faculty of the VCA and Music and a new graduate school in the faculty of Arts
2
Making of Regulation 5.1.R1A recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To govern the faculty of Business and Economics
3
Revocation of Regulation 6.1.R4 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To update details concerning the faculty of Business and economics
4
Amendment of Regulation 6.1.R7 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To update details concerning the faculty of Business and Economics and the faculty of the VCA and Music
5
Amendment of Statute 9.28 recommended by the Senior Vice-Principal
To update details in the affiliation statute concerning Melbourne Business School Limited
19.5 Macgeorge Bequest Committee of Management
19.5 1 MBCM April 2009 Recommendations
Council approved the following expenditure by the Macgeorge Bequest Committee of Management:
- Ratification of payments totalling $38,744.03 for architect services
- Ratification of payment of $31.15 in relation to a 2008 Visiting Fellow
- Payment of $9,680.00 for structural consultancy services
- Payment of $1,567.50 for an asbestos audit
- Award of six $6,000.00 Macgeorge Scholarships
- Allocation of $1,500.00, if necessary, for the accommodation of a Macgeorge Fellow
- Award of four $2,000.00 Visiting Speaker/Performer Awards.
19.5.2 MBCM June 2009 Recommendations
Council approved the following expenditure by the Macgeorge Bequest Committee of Management:
- Ratification of payment of $2,830.89 for architect services
- Ratification of payment of $10,230.00 for cost planning services
- Ratification of payment of $8,019.00 for structural engineering services.
- Committee of Convocation [Item C.9]
Council received the report of the Committee of Convocation Meetings No. 5/2009 and 6/2009 held on 29 July 2009 and 26 August 2009, respectively.
- Melbourne Theatre Company Board of Management [Item D.1(a)]
Council received a report of the Melbourne Theatre Company Board of Management Meeting No. 6/2009 held on 21 August 2009.
21.1 Appointment to the Board of Management
Council approved the re-appointment of Ms Gillian Franklin, under category (f) of Regulation 8.1.R3, members appointed by Council on the recommendation of the Board for a term extending 15/09/2009 – 14/09/2012.
- The Ian Potter Museum of Art board [Item D.1(b)]
No meeting held.
- Summary of Reports of Matters Dealt with by the Vice-Chancellor on behalf of Council [Items D2]
23.1 Approval of Changes to Regulations under Authority of Statute [D.2(a)]
No report.
23.2 Sealed Documents and Other Matters Report (Confidential) [D.2(b)]
Council received a summary of reports of sealed documents and other matters approved on behalf of Council by the Vice-Chancellor, as set out in Item D2(b).
23.3 Appointments Report [Item D.2(c)]
No report.
The meeting closed at 6.00pm.
New Course Proposals
Council approved the establishment of the following courses and noted that regulation 5.4R1 would be updated accordingly:
Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Research Training and Practices/Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research Training and Practices.
Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies,
Master of International Relations
Executive Master of Arts
Master of Engineering
Master of Nano-Electronic Engineering
Master of Commerce (Management)
Master of Commerce (Marketing)
Master of Health Social Sciences
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Social Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in International Baccalaureate
Specialist Certificate in Rural Paediatrics Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Climate Change for Primary Industries
Specialist Certificate in the Preservation of Photographs
Course Discontinuations
Council approved the following course discontinuations and noted that Regulation 5.4R1 would be updated accordingly:
Master of Creative Writing - by coursework and minor thesis
Master of Arts (Science, Communication and Society)
Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Arts
Postgraduate Diploma in International Studies
Postgraduate Certificate in International Studies
Master of Arts (Global Journalism)
Bachelor of Optometry
Graduate Diploma in Actuarial Studies
Master of Commerce in Management - by advanced seminar and shorter thesis
Master of Utilities Management
Master of Development Technologies
Master of Energy Studies
Master of Water Resource Management
Master of Engineering Science (Biomedical Engineering)
Master of Engineering Science (Development Technologies)
Master of Engineering Science (Environmental Coursework)
Master of Engineering Science (Engineering Management)
Master of Engineering Science (Energy Studies)
Master of Engineering Science (Engineering Project Management)
Master of Engineering Science (Engineering Structures)
Master of Engineering Science (Water Resource Management)
Master of Applied Science (Development Technologies)
Master of Applied Science (Environmental Engineering)
Master of Applied Science (Energy Studies)
Master of Applied Science (Project Management)
Master of Applied Science (Utilities Management)
Master of Applied Science (Water Resource Management)
Master of Applied Science (Geomatics)
Graduate Diploma in Telecommunications
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Development Technologies)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Engineering Management)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Energy Studies)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Engineering Project Management)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Engineering Structures)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Water Resource Management)
Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Utilities Management)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Development Technologies)
Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Engineering Management)
Graduate Certificate in Telecommunications
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Energy Studies)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Project Management)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Engineering Structures)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Water Resource Management)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering (Utilities Management)
Graduate Diploma in Social Health
Master of Social Health
Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science
Graduate Certificate in Horticulture
Graduate Diploma in Horticulture
Master of Horticulture
Master of Agriculture,
Master of Natural Resource Management
Master of Forest Science
Master of Agribusiness
Master of Wood Science
Master of Food Technology
Master of Rural Health
Master of Health Promotion
Master of Physiotherapy
Master of Sports Medicine