Student representation

The University actively encourages students to provide feedback on their degree programme and their experiences at Reading, through formal evaluation processes such as module and programme review, and through informal channels such as via Personal Tutors and Programme Directors. In addition, there is a well-established framework for student representation, where student views help to inform the services provided at School, Faculty and University level.

Each School or subject area across the University has a Staff - Student Committee, whose role is to:

• Provide a formal channel for students to meet with staff in order to discuss the operation of their degree programme(s)
• Keep under review the aims and objectives of degree programmes
• Review issues relating to teaching and learning and student support
• Consider other matters affecting students, including health and safety and resources such as equipment and library provision.

The University works closely with Reading Students Union (RUSU), who provide advice and training to student representatives.

In addition, two Education Reps are elected each year for each of the five Faculties, to provide formal student representation on a number of Faculty and University-level boards and committees, including the Faculty and University Boards for Teaching and Learning and the University Senate.