Become a Course Rep

BECOME A COURSE REP

Course Reps represent students on their course and help shape the learning experience at Queen’s. You’ll work with staff, raise issues that matter, and collaborate on positive changes — now and for future students:

Get training and ongoing support
Be eligible for the Future Ready Award (Combined Experience)
Make a real difference with just 2–4 hours a week

We are no longer accepting open applications for 2025-26.

If you have been referred by your School, you may register using the link provided by them.

We will be recruiting again in March/April 2026 for Undergraduate Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5 for the 2026-27 academic year.

What You'll Do

Represent students on your course (or subject area/research cluster for PGRs)
Attend Student Voice Committees and other key meetings in your School
Raise student feedback and contribute to decision-making
Collaborate with staff and other reps on changes that benefit current and future students

Course Reps are academic representatives — not expected to support individual student issues — but you’ll be trained to signpost peers to relevant support services.

What You’ll Gain

Leadership, communication and teamwork skills
Recognition through the QUB Future Ready Award
A stronger connection with your School and the Students' Union
Opportunities to join wider University and national student voice initiatives
A network of staff and students who care about making things better

You’ll also have the chance to take part in optional projects, forums, campaigns, and skills development activities.

Real Impact, Real Change

Course Reps have helped:

Improve course content and feedback processes
Extend deadlines and get better study space access
Organise School feedback sessions and academic events
Collaborate with staff on assessment design
Raise awareness of support services

Time Commitment

Reps typically spend around two hours per week on the role, which may include:

Conversations with staff or students
Attending meetings
Reading proposals and gathering feedback
Sharing feedback with the Union or your School

Available Roles

We are no longer accepting open applications for 2025-26.

If you have been referred by your School, you may register using the link provided by them.

We will be recruiting again in March/April 2026 for Undergraduate Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5 for the 2026-27 academic year.

How to Apply

Complete a short online form to express interest
Most courses have one rep per year (larger courses may have more)
If multiple students apply, selection is usually by random draw
You’ll hear back within four weeks after the deadline
By applying, you agree to follow the rules of the SU and the University and allow us to process your data under our privacy policy

Reps recruited in May start in their roles on 1 Sept. Reps recruited in Sept/Oct start once selected.

Training and Support

Core training is provided starting in Sept 25
In-person follow-up session
Optional development sessions throughout the year
Briefings on academic issues and policy changes
Regular Rep Forums with students, staff, and SU Officers
Peer support and opportunities to share feedback and ideas

Accessibility & Disability Support

We are committed to making Rep roles accessible for everyone. Reasonable adjustments are made wherever possible.

If you require support, contact the SU Voice Team as early as possible so we can work with you to provide tailored support.

Additional Info

These are voluntary roles (unpaid), but offer excellent experience
Course Reps in 2024-25 must reapply if they wish to continue in 2025–26
Organising social activities is not part of the role - usually done by academic societies
Queen's-INTO students do not apply using this form. Their Course Reps are recruited locally in Queen's-INTO.