The primary role of a Student Rep is to communicate the views of the students they represent. They are expected to attend 6 planned meetings throughout the year and another review meeting in June to discuss course issues with their tutors and head of department.

Getting involved

During the enrolment period in September, The Students’ Union will help each course promote Course Reps. During Welcome Week, the Students’ Union staff will provide an induction talk to give a brief overview of Student Reps. This promotion includes what the role is and what is entails, the benefits of being a Student Rep and how to get involved. In regards to getting involved students are asked to contact their tutor or head of department and put themselves forward for the role look in the first few weeks of term. Your group MUST have a Student Representative!

• Study Coaches will ask who is interested in being the student rep, JUMP UP AT THE OPPORTUNTIY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
• Up to 2 reps can be chosen for each group, so you don’t feel lonely
• Make sure your contact details are passed on to Students’ Union. Student Rep Contact forms are available from your tutor or the SU.

Opportunities

• Affect decisions made about your education
• Develop effective working relationships with teaching staff 
• Develop skills that will impress prospective employers - e.g. problem solving, communication, negotiation skills and working with others
• Have something brilliant to add to your CV

What do I do?

• Find comments/suggestions within your group
• Report these views to the college staff through Student Rep meetings
• Liaise with other reps
• Work with the Students’ Union & College Staff
• Feedback to your group about what the Students’ Union and College are doing for YOU!

You should attend...

• 1/2 day rep training in October
• 6 Student Rep meetings with your tutors and Head of Department throughout the year and 1 review meeting in June
• Ideally you should attend a termly Student Council Meeting to communicate any progress or issues