Faculty Council

The Faculty Council is the decision-making and advisory body of a faculty. It has a broad composition and determines the general policy regarding education, research and human resources.

Functions and responsibilities

Policy advice

Advises on and decides about study programmes, research policy and quality assurance.

Approval and oversight

Approves curricula, examinations and budgets upon proposal of the Faculty Board.

Broad representation

Involves academic and administrative staff as well as students in decision-making.

Composition

Dean

Chairs the meeting and represents the faculty.

Academic staff

Professors, lecturers and researchers.

Administrative staff

Representatives of support staff.

Student representatives

Safeguard student interests within the faculty.