Hello and welcome to our collection of resources for reps!
On this page you'll find all the essential information related to Represenation, including training, skills development and additional resouces
The most important resource for Reps is the Rep Handbook - this includes essential information for all reps
Download the 2026-27 Rep Handbook here
Rep training
Rep Training is compulsory for all reps to complete and has been developed by a team of experts at SPARQS (Student Partnerships in Quality Scotland), the training provides an introduction to the role of course rep and is designed to help you perform that role well.
Training takes place live online or in person, there are various dates and times between Monday 28th September and Saturday 10th October, Reps can register for training via the Rep Teams group (Reps are added to this group once their details are recorded with the Student Union).
This year we have made lots of changes to the training and are encouraging all reps, including reps who've undertaken training in previous years, to do it again.
If you have any questions about the training, please email claire.lumsden@uws.ac.uk
Skills development for Reps
To help Reps develop in the role, we have created additional skills development training exclusively available for Reps, these include:
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Chair Training
- Research for Reps
- Communication and negotiation
- Introduction to Leadership
All are available on Brightspace for Reps called 'Student Rep Training'.
Additional resouces to help Reps and Academic staff