Projects
The University Chancellors Council welcomes the ability to contribute to the improvement and wellbeing of the Higher Education sector, whether through submissions, working groups, or projects initiated or supported by the UCC.
Current Project Involvement
Expert Council on University Governance
In 2025, the Education Ministers Meeting announced the Expert Council on University Governance, to be chaired by Ms Melinda Cilento.
The University Chancellors Council is delighted to have been invited to participate in this Council, with Professor John Pollaers OAM, UCC Convenor, as UCC representative.
Submissions
Submissions made by the University Chancellors Council will be included here once the documentation is publicly available.
Australian Universities Accord
Driving Lasting Change for the Sector
In November 2022, the Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education announced details of the Australian Universities Accord and outlined the roadmap for consultation to create the most visionary change to the higher education sector in decades. Supported by the Accord Panel, chaired by Professor Mary O’Kane, the Accord will put forward a set of recommendations and performance targets that will dramatically improve access to and standards of education for all Australians, enabling the continued growth and prosperity of the nation.