Association of University Directors of Estates (AUDE)

The Association of University Directors of Estates (AUDE) promotes excellence in the strategic planning, management, operation and development of Higher Education estates and facilities. AUDE offers membership to publicly funded UK bodies whose primary remit is higher education teaching and/or research. There are also membership categories for commercial bodies and alternative providers. AUDE is a not-for-profit organisation. Any funds generated through the activities of the Association are used to fulfil its objectives and mission.

AUDE’s activities include:

providing opportunities for discussion, consultation, the exchange of knowledge and good practice
helping members share expertise and take action to address common concerns
promoting and enhancing professional competence
representing member interests
building partnerships with related organisations regionally, nationally and internationally.

Objectives

To promote excellence in the strategic planning and management, administration, operation and development of the University Estate and Facilities
To optimise solutions to common problems and concerns by disseminating and harnessing the particular expertise, experience and knowledge of Members for mutual benefit
To further AUDE objectives by meetings, seminars, conferences, lectures, discussions and other activities
To provide forums for discussion, consultation and exchange
To influence opinion formers and decision-makers on estates issues
To consider and advise on matters referred by Universities UK, the Higher Education Funding Councils and other outside bodies and individuals
To consult with the professional institutions and other bodies on estate matters and to work in partnership with related organisations regionally, nationally and internationally
To maintain and promote professional competence and ethical standards
To promote opportunities for development and training for the benefit of Members and their respective staff
To establish, develop, maintain and promote systems for the dissemination of information relating to estate matters
To promote the reputation and activities of the Association and its members regionally, nationally and internationally.

To find out more, visit the website: www.aude.ac.uk