Academic Governance, Education and Student Experience Committee

The newly formed Academic Governance, Education and Student Experience Committee will provide independent oversight, scrutiny and assurance of the maintenance and continuous enhancement of academic quality and standards in relation to the University's educational provision, including student outcomes and student experience.

It will monitor and receive assurance on behalf of Council regarding the University's compliance with OfS Conditions of Registration, relating to Access and Participation; Quality, Reliable Standards and Positive Student Outcomes and Student Protections.

Meeting Dates 2025/26

  • 14 November 2025
  • 6 February 2026
  • 26 March 2026
  • 15 May 2026
  • 25 June 2026

Academic Governance, Education and Student Experience Terms of Reference

Endorsed by Academic Governance, Education and Student Experience Committee (15 October 2024) and Governance and Nominations Committee (28 November 2024).

Approved by Council (10 December 2024)

Membership 2025/26

Chair

Independent Member of Council, Rebecca Boomer-Clark (2027)

Members

Vice-President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience), Professor Tim Quine (Ex-Officio)
Pro-Chancellor and Senior Independent Member of Council, Sally Cabrini (2028)
Senate Council Representative, Professor Karen Knapp (2028)
Guild President, Exeter Students' Guild, Sebastian Racisz (2026)
President Exeter, Falmouth and Exeter Students' Union, Izzy Brinkley (2026)

Standing Attendee

Divisional Director of Education and Academic Services, Clare Wydell

Additional attendees may be invited to attend for specific agenda items by exception at the request of UEB leads and in prior consultation and agreement with the Chair.

Secretary 

Director of Governance Services, Dr Jeremy Diaper