Welcome

AUA is the professional body for higher education managers and administrators, with around 4,000 members in the UK and worldwide. We have in the region of 180 branches based in universities and higher education colleges as well as HE-related bodies.

If you are passionate about developing professionalism in the sector and want to advance your career, then you should become a member.

At AUA we are committed to:

  • promoting excellence in higher education management through our professional development scheme, annual conference, specific training events and publications
  • advancing a code of professional standards
  • providing information networks through newsletters, e-bulletins and personal networking
  • developing international links with appropriate organisations and with individuals
  • enhancing the profile of the profession nationally and internationally

"Fantastic networking opportunities – I came back feeling fully confident that I had improved my career and developed my role"

"The conference provides an excellent opportunity to see the ‘bigger picture’ and to hear keynote presentations from leaders in the sector covering strategic cross-cutting issues"