Oxford Academic lands Australian University Top Position

A leading Oxford academic is to take on the position of vice Chancellor at Sydney University next year. Michael Spence, an expert in intellectual property law and current head of the Social Sciences Division at the University of Oxford, will succeed to the post in July next year. Spence is a graduate of the University of Sydney himself, gaining first class honours in English, Italian and Law. He obtained his D Phil from Oxford and his career at the university has seen him take a special interest in encouraging fundraising and sponsorship. "Sydney is a world-class institution with an exciting future," Dr Spence said."At the heart of the university's mission is a commitment to excellence in research and research-led teaching. It is a privilege to take on this new role."