External Advisory Committees (EACs) provide independent, expert strategic advice on the University’s academic programs and support advocacy with industry and the broader community. Each discipline‑specific EAC provides advice to the Dean of School on the continued appropriateness, relevance and future direction of programs and engagement activities within the relevant discipline.
The committees play an important role in ensuring UniSC programs remain current, professionally relevant and aligned with emerging industry, community and workforce needs. Through strong industry and community connections, the committees support program quality, innovation and meaningful engagement opportunities.
Terms of Reference
The Committee will:
- Advise the Dean on industry and community trends to maintain the professional relevance of programs and identify opportunities for program innovation and development.
- Facilitate networking and engagement with business, industry, government and community representatives.
- Provide independent, high level advice on:
- Proposals for new programs
- Learning, teaching and engagement matters
- Opportunities for applied and collaborative research and consultancy
- Provide advice in relation to program reviews and professional accreditation, where required.
- Consider other matters relating to program development and appraisal, as referred by the Dean.
Composition and Membership
The Committee comprises a mix of senior academic leaders and external members representing relevant industry, professional and community sectors. Membership includes:
- Dean of School (ex officio)
- Chairperson
- Senior academic staff
- One UniSC graduate
- At least five external members drawn from industry, professional bodies or the broader community
External members broadly reflect the interests of potential employers of graduates, professional and other relevant associations, practitioners and, where appropriate, experienced external academics familiar with industry and the wider community.
Tenure and frequency of meetings
Appointed members are appointed for a period of two years, with the opportunity for re‑appointment subject to approval.
The Committee meets twice per year, with additional meetings scheduled if required. Meetings are available for remote attendance via Teams.
Current EACs
School of Law and Society
- Social Work
- Counselling
- Urban Design and Town Planning
- Law
- Criminology and Justice
School of Science, Technology and Engineering
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
School of Health
- Biomedical Sciences
- Midwifery
- Paramedicine
- Medical Laboratory
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Occupational Therapy
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Master of Dietetics (Sports Nutrition)
- Public Health
- Environmental Health
School of Business and Creative Industries
- Business and Creative Industries
School of Education and Tertiary Access
- School of Education and Tertiary Access
Become an External Advisory Committee Member
We welcome expressions of interest from industry, professional and consumer representatives who are passionate about contributing to the future of UniSC programs.
For further information or enquiries about External Advisory Committees, please contact schoolaccreditation@usc.edu.au.