Principal and Vice-Chancellor

Find out more about the Principal, Professor Sir Peter Mathieson, by reading his biography.

The Role of Principal and Vice-Chancellor

Find out more about the role of Principal and Vice-Chancellor.

The Principal is supported by a team of Vice-Principals and Senior Managers.

The University's organisational structure showing: Heads of Colleges and Schools, Heads of Professional Services Groups and key departments, and  Vice-Principals.

In addition to the Senior Leadership Team, the Principal is supported by a number of Vice-Principals working to specific portfolios.

Principal's Office staff's key responsibilities and contact information.

The Principal's Teaching Award Scheme and the Principal's Medals are just two of many ways in which the University encourages and celebrates the achievements of its staff and students.

Previous Principals of the University of Edinburgh.