The Charter and Statutes provide part of the regulatory framework for the University and its staff and students. The Charter defines the objects, powers, officers and statutory bodies of the University. It defines the University as a teaching, research and examining body and includes such fundamental powers as those of awarding degrees. The Statutes prescribe details concerning the members of the University, officers of the University, the membership and functions of statutory bodies (including Court and Senate), conditions of service which apply to academic staff of the University and other miscellaneous provisions (such as the service of notices and contracts).

see also: statutes