17. Student Voice

Student Voice and Representation

Your feedback is highly valued by the School of Law and Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). There are multiple ways for you to share your views and contribute to improving the student experience.

Ways to Get Involved

You can share feedback and ideas through:

  • Student Voice Committees (SVC)
  • Course Representatives
  • Module Experience Surveys
  • Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
  • Personal feedback to academic tutors
  • Student Ambassadors (e.g., for open days)
  • Staff-Student Liaison Committees
  • Health and Safety Committee

More information: Your Voice – QMUL

Course Representatives – PG Law

During the first weeks of the programme, we will invite volunteers from each PG Law programme to act as Course Representatives. We aim to have representation from each area we teach.

Each PG Law programme has one or more student reps who work closely with:

  • The Student Support Team
  • The Professional Development (PD) Team

Together, they help organise events and initiatives that enhance the educational, social, and professional experience of their cohort.

Focus Areas

  • Social activities
  • Charitable initiatives
  • Career-related events

The PD Team also collaborates with reps to deliver programme-specific career events and, where possible, secure exclusive work experience and mentoring opportunities with leading legal professionals. Additionally, the PG Law Careers Team runs weekend workshops on key professional skills such as:

  • Effective negotiation
  • Accounting for lawyers
  • Time management

Training and Recognition

All student reps receive full training from the Students’ Union, in collaboration with the School of Law, before the first SVC meeting. This training prepares reps to:

  • Represent their peers effectively
  • Liaise with staff and committees

From the pool of volunteers, two main Course Representatives will be nominated and confirmed.

Recognition

Course Reps who complete their training and attend at least one SVC meeting will be invited to the Education Awards Ceremony at the end of the year and receive a certificate. Additional awards are available for those who go above and beyond in their role.

Reps also gain access to additional training sessions that support skill development in areas such as:

  • Personal Development Planning
  • Communication
  • Chairing Meetings
  • Negotiation Skills

These sessions contribute to the QM Skills Award, recognising the valuable skills reps develop during their time in the role.

Meetings and Responsibilities

  • Reps are expected to attend SVC meetings at LIF once per term, where they can raise concerns directly with programme directors and key staff.
  • The two main Course Reps may also be invited to attend QMUL-wide committee meetings (usually no more than two per year).
  • Reps should introduce themselves to classmates during lectures and remain approachable for peer feedback.

A list of Course Reps and their QMUL email contacts will be posted on the QMplus Noticeboard.

Look out for email invitations to volunteer for this rewarding opportunity!