Status and Details
This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this version of this document. You will also find a summary of notable changes, along with contact details for the Responsible Manager and another for general enquiries. For all student enquiries, please visit AskACU.
Clauses Amended:22 May 2026: The revised Policy introduces substantive enhancements to ownership clarity, student protections, disclosure and commercialisation processes, while strengthening compliance, transparency, and institutional control over intellectual property.Intellectual Property Policy
Status
Current
Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date
22nd May 2026
This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date
22nd May 2031
The next review of this document is scheduled to be completed by this date.
Approval Authority
Vice-Chancellor and President
The noted authority approved this version of the document.
Approval Authority - Admin Changes
Governance Officer
The noted authority approved administrative changes to this version of the document.
Approval Date
20th May 2026
This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date
Not Applicable
This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Responsible Manager
Janet Fletcher
Library Director
The position responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of a policy document and its review.
Responsible Executive
Tania Broadley
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education)
The position with overarching responsibility for ensuring implementation of, and compliance with, the policy document.
Enquiries Contact
Library
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.
Summary of Changes from Previous Version