Ms Catherine Livingstone AC
Chancellor of the University of Technology Sydney
Catherine Livingstone has been Chancellor of UTS since December 2016.
In addition to being Chancellor of UTS, Ms Livingstone is currently:
Independent Chair, Pacific National
Director, Saluda Medical, Inc
Director, Quasar Satellite Technologies
Director, The Australian Ballet
Director Australian Design Council Limited
Catherine’s executive career spanned more than 22 years, where she held general management and finance leadership roles in the field of implantable medical devices. She was CEO of Cochlear Limited from 1994 – 2000, taking it through IPO in 1995.
In her subsequent non-executive career, Ms. Livingstone has served as the Chairman of Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra Corporation Limited and CSIRO. She is a former President of the Business Council of Australia, the Australian Museum and Chief Executive Women. She has served on the Boards of Macquarie Group, Goodman Fielder, Rural Press, The George Institute for Global Health, Worley Ltd, and was a member of the NSW Innovation and Productivity Council, the Commonwealth Science Council and the Industry Growth Centres Advisory Committee.
Qualifications: BA (Accounting) (Hons) (Macquarie), Fellow (Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand). FAATSE, FAICD, FAAS
University Profile
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a public university of technology defined by their support for the economic, social and cultural prosperity of their communities.
With a total enrolment of over 44,000 students, UTS is one of the largest universities in Australia.
The university is considered among the top 200 universities in the world by both the QS and Times Higher Education (THE) global rankings, with THE naming UTS Australia’s No. 1 Young University. UTS is also ranked 15th in the world and second in Australia for overall contributions to Sustainable Development in the THE Impact Rankings 2022.
UTS has a culturally diverse campus life and vibrant international exchange study and research programs that prepare graduates for the workplaces of today and the future. The campus is in the heart of Sydney's creative and digital precinct and alongside Sydney's central business district.
As a public purpose institution, UTS is committed to supporting positive social change within and beyond their campus. This commitment is reflected by a diverse set of institution-wide social justice initiatives that have only expanded in scope and impact since UTS was established. Their student-based programs, focused research and innovative teaching approaches aim to create a more just and equitable world.
UTS offers over 130 undergraduate and 210 postgraduate courses across traditional and emerging disciplines. In line with the UTS model of global practice-oriented learning, many students undertake professional practice during their degree. As part of their degree program, students also have the opportunity to study at one of more than 185 universities in about 40 countries with which UTS has exchange agreements.
UTS’s world-leading research centres span a range of disciplines, including physical, biological and engineering sciences, and contemporary fields such as design, nanotechnology and sustainability. UTS researchers provide practical and relevant solutions to issues of national and international importance and equip graduates with the latest discipline specific skills and practices.
The university also maintain strong relationships with the local community, industry, business and the professions through a wide range of partnerships, projects and events.
To find out more, visit the University of Technology Sydney website www.uts.edu.au
Governance
University of Technology Sydney Council
Council is the governing body of UTS and is established in accordance with the University of Technology Sydney Act 1989 (NSW) and the University of Technology Sydney By-law 1995 (NSW) and relevant UTS Rules.
Council’s powers and functions include management and control of the University’s affairs, concerns and property. Council acts in all matters that best promote the objectives and interests of the University.
Membership of the UTS Council is as follows:
Ex-Officio Members
Ms Catherine Livingstone AO – Chancellor (to 30 NOvember 2024)
Professor Andrew Parfitt – Vice-Chancellor and President
Professor Anthony Dooley – Chair of Academic Board (to 31 December 2024)
Appointed Members – Ministerial
Mr Antony Riordan (to 31 October 2026)
Dr Sue Barrell (to 31 October 2026)
Appointed Members – Council
Dr Lisa O’Brien (to 31 October 2023)
Dr Jack Steele (to 31 October 2023)
Dr John Laker AO (to 31 October 2024)
Ms Kim McKay AO (to 31 October 2025
Mr Richard Howes (to 31 October 2025)
Ms Dianne Hill (to 31 October 2026)
Elected Members
Professor Isabella Alexander– Academic Staff (to 31 October 2024)
Professor Prabhu Sivabalan – Academic Staff (to 31 October 2024)
Mr Patrick Tooth – Professional Staff (to 31 October 2024)
Mr Kurt Cheng – Undergraduate Student (to 31 October 2024)
Mr Peter Munford– Postgraduate Student (to 31 October 2024)
Other Governing Bodies
Other Governing bodies within the University include:
Academic Board
Chair – Professor Anthony Dooley
Audit and Risk Committee
Chair – Dr Jack Steele
Finance Committee
Chair – Dr John Laker AO
Governance Committee
Chair – Ms Catherine Livingstone AO, Chancellor
Honorary Awards Committee
Chair – Ms Catherine Livingstone AO, Chancellor
Nominations Committee
Chair – Ms Catherine Livingstone AO, Chancellor
Infrastructure Committee
Chair – Mr Richard Howes
Remuneration Committee
Chair – Ms Catherine Livingstone AO, Chancellor
Student Council Liaison Group
Chair – Dr Lisa O’Brien