About Chancellery 
(Academic & International)

The Provost develops and oversees academic policies, program development and learning and teaching activities University-wide. Chancellery (Academic and International) works closely with the University’s academic and administrative leaders to:

  • Foster interfaculty collaboration
  • Create a diverse community of scholars and create opportunities for academic staff to develop skills, knowledge and leadership
  • Oversee and coordinate the University’s international activities
  • Support faculty, students, and academic staff in advancing innovations in teaching and learning.

Professor Mark Considine

Provost

The Provost leads Chancellery (Academic and International) and is the standing deputy to the Vice-Chancellor.

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Provost

Professor Ruth Fincher

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International)

Provides leadership across the University, with overall responsibility for strategic guidance and expert advice for internationalisation and global engagement. Supports the Vice Chancellor in leadership and management of the University of Melbourne.

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Professor Richard James

Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Provost (Academic and Undergraduate)

The DVC and Deputy Provost, Academic and Undergraduate has accountabilities for academic staff recruitment, retention, promotion, recognition and performance management, and teaching and learning.

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Professor Shaun Ewen

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous)

The PVC Indigenous has responsibilities for leadership of the University’s Indigenous higher education strategy and development.

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Professor Gregor Kennedy

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Teaching and Learning)

The PVC (Teaching & Learning) leads the University's strategy in teaching, learning and assessment, curriculum innovation, educational technologies, learning analytics, and the use of physical and virtual space.

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Leah Schwartz

Director, Academic Strategy Projects

The Director, Academic Strategy Projects works with the Provost on developing and achieving the University's academic strategy.

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David Israel

Director, Educational Innovation and Commercial Development

The Director, Educational Innovation and Commercial Development drives the strategy, development and implementation of online education programs, eLearning, and partnerships in curriculum and content.

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