► Course Reps
The Course Rep system provides a formal feedback arrangement between students, their lecturers and the Students’ Union.
Course Reps are the voice of students at a course level and provide a vital link between students and staff.They gather the views of other students on their course and ensure these are heard by those in a position to bring about change. By alerting staff to what works well and what could be improved, reps can make a real difference and enhance the quality of the university experience for their fellow students.
Brighton Students' Union provides training and support to Course Reps to ensure lecturers get the feedback they need and to make sure the views and opinions of students throughout the university, and at all partner institutions are heard and where possible acted upon.
If you have any questions about the Course Rep system contact:
- Course Reps identify the issues affecting their course and relate these back to the course leaders through course boards or staff / student committees. Course reps don’t only criticise when things go wrong, but also provide positive and constructive feedback from students to the course team letting them know what works, what has been enjoyed and what should be repeated or built upon in the future.
- The Course Rep system should also ensure information flows directly from students to the Union, allowing the elected officers of the Union to ensure they act in ways that meet the needs and expectations of students.
- Course Reps that actively seek out and relay the views of those they represent are recognised as a feature of quality, adding value to the higher education experience.
Contact your Rep
All students should be able to easily contact their Course Rep.
To find the contact details of your rep you will need to:
- Log in to student central
- Click on the Course Rep Area in Studentcentral (in My Study Areas)
- Click on the Rep Contact Info in the left hand column
- Select your school from the list
- Reps are listed by year and course
If you cannot find the Rep you are looking for you should also be able to contact them via your School Office or Course Leader
You can also contact us for assistance by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.
Becoming a Course Rep
Reps are usually elected at the start of the academic year. To become a course rep, simply let your tutor and your class mates know you are interested in the position. Course leaders are responsible for making sure every course has a Rep.
If you would like more information about being a Rep you can download the Course Reps Handbook or contact coursereps@brighton.ac.uk
When the course rep system works well it is of a massive benefit to everyone involved. From the individual student on a course who is able to feedback to the University, to the Students’ Union, who can keep in contact with the majority of the student population, and pass on or receive information through a clear and functioning network of reps.
For those who take on the role, the individual benefits are quite extensive. As well as being able to influence the shape and structure of their course, being a Course Rep can be an excellent opportunity for personal development.
By getting involved with the University decision-making bodies through its committees, Reps will be able to see the larger picture of how the University works.
Reps will also develop a wide range of personal skills which will make them attractive to employers. Course Reps are offered training to develop these and other skills.
The fact that you have been a Course Rep is a positive attribute on your student record and ultimately, in a competitive employment market where employers want multi-skilled employees having been a Course Rep and achieved success on behalf of your peers looks very good on your CV.
Sources of UBSU support for Course Reps
Course Reps should expect to be able to rely on their Course Leader and School Office to provide the majority of the information they need to carry out their role effectively.
Academic Advocate (Collective Representation)Brighton SU has a dedicated member of staff who is responsible for making sure reps are supported in a way that allows them to achieve the most in their roles. It is their job to provide support for reps and to help develop a course representative system which enables students to have a full input into the development of the education experience and the academic decision making processes of the University of Brighton.
k.mayo@bton.ac.uk or call 01273 643191 (Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Brighton SU Vice President Academic Affairs
It is the job of the VP Education and Equalities to keep Course Reps informed of any issues that are likely to affect the wider student population. It is the Reps role to pass that information on to their course. Likewise, if a Rep or their course need to inform the Students’ Union of anything, the VP Education and Equalities is likely to be your first point of contact.
s.u.v.p.education@brighton.ac.uk
Course Reps Area on Studentcentral
This area contains further information about being a Rep, training materials, advice, links to a wide range of resources and University regulations and procedures, as well as providing dedicated areas where students and Reps can collaborate and communicate as well as confidential Reps only forums.
To get to student central - click here
Course Rep training
The Course Rep training sessions are designed to put the role of Course Reps into a realistic context and provide new, existing and potential reps with the skills, knowledge and confidence to be able to speak and act effectively for the benefit of the students on their course
Whether this is bringing student views to the occasional board meeting or helping to express what your classmates think to the outside world, UBSU is there to support and assist all Reps.
To download a Course Rep Handbook - Click here
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