A Class Representative (Class Rep) is a student elected by their classmates to act as a link between students and university staff. Their main role is to represent the views, concerns, and feedback of their class to the department and ensure that student voices are heard in decisions that affect their learning experience.
Role of a Class Rep
The key responsibilities of a Class Rep include:
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Facilitate Communication
Act as a link between students and academic staff on teaching and learning matters.
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Gather Feedback
Listen to classmates' concerns about teaching, learning, and course-related matters.
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Attend SSCC Meetings
Raise issues and suggestions at Staff–Student Consultative Committee meetings.
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Collaborate with Staff
Work with staff to find solutions and improve the course experience for everyone.
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Report Back
Keep classmates informed on the outcomes of discussions and any actions taken.
Class Reps play a vital part in strengthening the relationship between students and staff, helping to ensure that every student has a voice in shaping their education.
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Student Representation at the University
Student representation exists at all levels across the University. Most of this is coordinated by the AUSA Education Vice Presidents (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) and the Student Voice Office.
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Department Level
Class and Year Reps advocate for students and participate in Staff–Student Consultative Committee meetings held at least twice per semester. After meetings, reps share outcomes with the students they represent.
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Faculty Level
Each faculty has its own SSCC. Every departmental SSCC elects one student rep to sit on the Faculty SSCC, raising issues from the department and reporting outcomes back.
Together, they ensure students are represented at every possible level, oversee the election of student representatives, and organise training and ongoing support for all reps.
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