Academic Representation

As your Students’ Union, we understand that you’re deeply invested in the quality of your education.

Our Programme Representatives and Executive Representatives are here to ensure your academic interests are understood by the Students’ Union and made clear to the University.

You can influence the University by talking to your Programme Reps, or writing to your Programme Leader/Head of School.

For help and support, get in touch with us at reps@gre.ac.uk. 

Apply to become a Rep

Any student can volunteer to be a Programme Rep, and a course can have more than one Rep. All you need to do is complete this short sign-up form and complete some online training - it couldn't be easier!

Give us feedback about your Academic Experience!

We want to hear from you. Let us know whats happening on your programme.

Give Academic Feedback

 

Programme Reps

Programme Reps are students who are appointed to represent you and your views on academic matters relating to your course. They act as the link between students and the academic staff on each course, ensuring the student voice is being heard and positive changes are being made in every department. 
Contacting your representative is a great way to highlight to the University things that are going well or could be going better. You can find out who your representative is by checking our tool below or contacting reps@gre.ac.uk.

Find my Programme Rep 

 
Find your Programme Representative and their contact information on our list of the 2024/2025 Programme Representatives, or simply use our search tool:
Search by course name:

 

 

Becoming a Programme Representative 

Programme Representatives are recruited year-round!

We are looking for the Student Leaders who will represent students academic interests and empower students to become their best! ​There are a load of reasons to become a Programme Rep from the desire to create lasting positive change or even just wanting to boost your CV.

If you would like to find out more about the role of Programme Rep, please contact us at reps@gre.ac.uk - let us know which role you are applying for (please ensure you include: your year, programme and ID).

 

Apply Now

 

Roles and Responsibilities 

  1. Complete a one-off training session. 

  2. Attend Programme Committee Meetings (PCMs) - one per term. 

  3. Attend Town Hall meetings - one per term.

  4. Collect thoughts, opinions and queries from peers to feedback to PCMs via a template feedback document.

  5. Complete a monthly feedback form.

 

What’s in it for me? 

  • Ongoing development opportunities throughout the year 

  • Training will be provided and develop your transferable skills 

  • Networking and building relationships within the University and the Students’ Union 

  • Volunteering hours count towards your Reward and Recognition Scheme 

  • Gain excellent career – boosting experience to enhance your CV and LinkedIn profile 

  • Make a difference to your University experience

 

Am I Eligible? 

Student Representatives are the first port of call for any suggestions, comments, or queries about the academic experience. 

Applications open in Spring and are for continuing undergraduate roles only, any first year and postgraduate roles will be appointed in the Autumn term. 

 

To apply for a Programme Rep position, candidates must: 

  • Have full student status for the year 2024/25

  • Be a full member of Greenwich Students' Union 

  • Be a student on the respective programme and year of study they are applying for 

  • Not be on placement, year abroad, exchange program or apprenticeship for the elected academic year 

 

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Representative Executive Committee

A member of the Representative Executive Committee, or Rep Exec for short, is a student leader responsible for representing the interests and concerns of students within their specific school at university. The role entails hosting student drop-in sessions with Sabbatical Officers, feedback collection, event planning and attending relevant meetings, such as one meeting per term with their coordinator.
This role is based on application and recruitment to this Committee will occur in September, October, January and February. To join this Committee, you must have experience in being a Rep.

If you would like to find out more about the role of the Rep Exec Committee, please contact us at reps@gre.ac.uk - let us know which role you are applying for (please ensure you include: your year, programme and ID).

 

Apply for the Rep Exec

 

Town Halls

Town Halls are Faculty Based termly meetings amongst reps, in person. All reps will be invited to town halls at least two weeks prior to the Town Hall meeting.  

Town Halls are an informal space for representatives to meet and discuss issues they are facing, and brainstorm potential solutions.