Student Voice
Find your rep
Make change. Speak up. Lead the way.
At JMSU, we believe every student has the power to make a difference. Whether you want to help improve your course or raise issues across your school, there are lots of ways to get involved and make your voice heard. Your ideas matter, and together we can create real change.
450+
Course Reps this year
160+
courses with a Course Rep
12
schools represented
Who should I speak to?
Share your idea
Find the right rep for you
Not sure who to talk to? Start with what your feedback is about.
Something on your course
A module, your teaching, assessments or feedback, or anything affecting your cohort.
Speak to your Course Rep
Find your Course Rep
Something across your school
An issue that affects students on lots of courses in your school, not just yours.
Speak to your School Rep
Meet the School Reps
Something across LJMU
A bigger issue about learning and teaching that affects students across the University.
Speak to LJ, your VP Education
Email LJ
Got an idea for your Students' Union?
Not every idea needs a rep. Share an idea or start a petition yourself, and see what other students are calling for.
How the roles work together
One Student Voice system
While each role is unique, they’re all part of the same Student Voice system at LJMU. Here’s how your feedback travels.
-
Step 1
You
You share your feedback, ideas and concerns about your course. -
Step 2
Course Reps
Represent students on their course by collecting feedback and sharing it with lecturers and programme leaders, improving and sharing best practice of high-quality teaching and learning. -
Step 3
School Reps
Paid student leaders who support Course Reps and raise school-wide issues to senior academic staff. -
Step 4
VP Education
School Reps work closely with your VP Education to make big changes to the academic experience.
Together, these roles form a network of student-led change-makers, working at different levels but sharing the same goal: to better academic quality and the student experience at LJMU.
VP Education
A message from LJ
“Every voice matters – and your voice can spark real change.”
I’m LJ, your Vice President of Education, and I’m here to make sure students shape the learning experience at LJMU — not just live through it. But I can’t do it alone. We need passionate, curious, bold students like you to step up and be that voice for your peers.
Why you should get involved
- Because representation means more than a seat at the table — it’s a chance to drive progress.
- You’ll become part of a supportive student network, collaborating with staff and fellow reps to solve real issues.
- You’ll develop skills in leadership, communication, and problem-solving — all while making education better for everyone.
- This is your opportunity to turn feedback into action, ideas into improvements, and challenges into breakthroughs.
Student Voice roles explained
Open a role to see what it involves, what you get out of it and how to get involved.
Course Rep
What they do
Course Reps represent students on their course by gathering feedback on modules, teaching, and the overall learning experience. They work directly with programme teams to improve academic life.
Benefits
Course Reps get access to training, official merch, and exclusive events like Lunch & Listen. You’ll build skills in communication, leadership, and teamwork, all while logging accredited volunteer hours for your CV.
How to get involved
You can volunteer or be elected by your peers. Simply register with JMSU and attend a training session to get started.
Watch this
Watch this short video for more info on what it's like to be a Course Rep:
School Rep
What they do
School Reps are paid student leaders who support Course Reps and raise school-wide issues to senior academic staff. They attend faculty-level meetings and represent multiple programmes.
Benefits
As a School Rep, you’ll be paid for your time and receive exclusive training and School Rep merch. You’ll gain experience in policy work, advocacy and leadership, network with senior academic staff and other student leaders, and present at major events like the Student Experience Awards.
How to get involved
Applications open once per year. If the role is currently filled, you can register your interest for the next academic cycle by contacting studentvoice@ljmu.ac.uk.
Become a rep
Think you’ve got what it takes to lead?
Passionate about making student life better? Ready to represent your peers and drive real change at LJMU? Whether you want to amplify student voices or shape academic experiences, there’s a role for you. Explore each role to find your fit and make your mark during your time at university.
Applications open for 2026–2027
Course Reps
Want to make real improvements to your course? As a Course Rep, you’ll gather student feedback, work closely with lecturers, and help shape the learning experience for yourself and your cohort. It’s a great way to grow your skills, build confidence — and have your voice heard where it matters.
Become a Course Rep
Closed for this academic year
School Reps
School Reps are paid student leaders who represent all students across their school. You’ll collaborate with senior staff, support Course Reps, and drive meaningful change at a faculty-wide level.
Become a School RepWant to apply next year? Register your interest by emailing studentvoice@ljmu.ac.uk.
More ways to have your say
Meet your Student Officers
Your Student Officers are elected by students to lead JMSU. Meet the team, including LJ, and find out how you could run in the JMSU elections.
Meet the Student OfficersYour Say in Your Future
Find out about the meetings throughout the year where you can have your say on the future of your Students' Union.
Find out moreWant the full picture?
The Academic Reps Handbook explains how Course Reps and School Reps are recruited, trained and supported. It's useful whether you're a student thinking about the role, a current rep or a member of staff working with reps.
Read the Academic Reps Handbook
