Student Opportunities

Aims of the session This session aims to outline the various rules, systems and procedures that the union sets down for clubs and societies. Learning objectives By the end of this session participants will be able to: State the importance of rules and procedures Describe the key procedures relevant to their particular club or society […]

Aims of the session This is the suggested first session of the clubs and societies officer training programme. It aims to put things into context through encouraging participants to share views and allowing you to understand a little better those you will be training. Learning objectives By the end of this session participants will be […]

This briefing explains how to develop the processes involved in organising and running successful, engaging and democratic elections for clubs and societies. Download: Bringing your club and society elections to life

This resource will explain why it is useful for student groups to have a constitution. The guidance also explains the elements of a good constitution. Download: Constitutions

Find out more about what Give it a Go actually is, and why it is beneficial to develop a programme in your Students’ Union. This briefing identifies how to design Give it a Go, how to develop an existing programme, and tips for overcoming common problems. Download: Give it a Go

Building on the recommendations developed through the mapping participation report, this briefing details ways for students’ unions to increase engagement by students across student opportunity provision. Download: Deepening Participation  

This guidance document explains how reward/recognition can be structured for your student groups. It also considers why this is important and how it is part of good volunteer management. Download: Reward and Recognition

This resource will help you to think about how you allocate grant funding to your clubs and societies. It will help you to consider the make-up of the grant allocation committee, the application process, and the terms and conditions of grant funding. Download: Funding

Handbooks are a great way of providing information and guidance to volunteers. This inspiration sheet highlights ideas for content and ways of presenting the information. Download: Handbooks

Using statistics this briefing highlights why quality academic societies are important to your union and institution. It also offers advice, ideas and suggested activities for developing these societies. Download: Lunch and Learn – Academic Societies – Briefing