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Management & structure

Aston's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Julia King, is the principal academic and executive officer of the University, with overall responsibility for Aston's executive management and day-to-day direction.

The Vice-Chancellor is supported by our Senior Pro-Vice-Chancellor, and three Pro-Vice-Chancellors.

Schools of Study & support services

Aston's academic activity is divided into four Schools of Study, each of which is managed by an Executive Dean. The Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Capital Development, the Director of Development and Alumni Relations, the Chief Operating Officer and the Director of Marketing Strategy and Communications head a number of support functions which provide administrative services to the University.

Honorary positions and governance

Aston is governed by the University Council. The University Senate is Aston's supreme academic authority.

Aston's Chancellor, Sir John Sunderland, is the honorary and ceremonial head of the University.