Programme Advice on Student Representation Principles of Academic Representation At UWE Bristol, we believe in nurturing a vibrant academic community where students and staff collaborate closely. Here, every student is a valued contributor, actively shaping their student journey and the future of the university. By working in partnership, The Students’ Union and UWE Bristol can implement meaningful changes that genuinely enhance the experiences of both students and staff. Our approach to academic representation fosters strong partnerships amongst students, staff, and The Students' Union, ensuring that every student’s voice is heard and influential in shaping university policies and practices. We champion student-led initiatives and, empowering students to be co-creators of their educational experience. -
Principles of Academic Representation 2024
Student Reps The role of a Student Rep is to collect feedback from their cohort, work in partnership with programme teams to enhance their programmes, and support communications to close the feedback loop. It is an unpaid role with rewards that recognises their contributions to the University: -
Certificates are awarded for Student Reps that have achieved certain tasks. Student Experience Awards nominations. Training available to improve employability skills.
Student Reps can escalate feedback to their Lead School Reps. Lead School Reps are part time paid roles recruited by The Students’ Union and the University to attend School Board of Studies (SBoS) and the Learning Teaching Student Experience Committee (LTSEC) with their Vice President of Education. The VP Education is a full-time paid role representing the whole University on learning and teaching and is part of a team of presidents. Click here for more information and the presidents’ manifestos.