At SHU, there are three colleges. Each of these colleges is split into different departments, which are essentially groups of courses based on subject areas.

Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences

• Allied Health Professions
• Biosciences & Chemistry
• Nursing & Midwifery
• Sport and Physical Activity
• Social Work & Social Care & Community Studies

Social Sciences and Arts

• Art & Design
• Media, Arts & Communication
• Humanities
• Law & Criminology
• Natural & Built Environment
• Institute of Education
• Psychology, Sociology & Politics

Business, Technology and Engineering

• Service Sector Management
• Computing
• Engineering & Maths
• Finance, Accounting & Business Systems
• Management

Department Reps are key to making sure the voices of all students are heard at a higher level, beyond your course specifically. We know that sometimes problems come up for students that are more widely spread, and we want to make sure that your opinions are heard, and changes are made, no matter what the concern is. Department Reps help with this and are paid students dedicated to provide this support.

Department reps are recruited each year, and are appointed by the College Officers, Representation team, and where possible a panelist from your Department, usually a Student Experience Lead.

Your Students' Union is a democratic organisation that empowers you to fight for change on campus and seek support from elected representatives who have got your back. You can find out more about other ways to get involved in campaigning, elections, policy, who your Officers are and more here.

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Applications for Department Reps have already had one round of recruitment, but if you are part of one of seven Departments still with a vacancy, you have until 9am 20th June to apply! Head to the link at the top of this page for more info.