The SAB gives students the opportunity to share perspectives on key national issues, represent peers, and provide insights into the student experience, helping to inform policy and decision making.
The role
As part of the SAB, you will:
- Participate in four online meetings per year - dates specified in the application pack below
- Provide feedback on sector issues as requested by IHE, the Office for Students (OfS), Department for Education (DfE), and other stakeholders
- Engage in consultations and policy development
- Collaborate on projects that directly benefit students at IHE member institutions
About you
- You are a current student at an IHE member institution, aged 18 and over
- You are passionate about promoting the student voice in higher education
- You are committed to fully participating in the SAB
- You are able to express your opinion in a reasoned way, while listening to the views of others
- You are keen to represent students and contribute to IHE activities
Benefits
- Access up to six free bespoke professional development and training workshops
- Gain hands-on experience in leadership, governance, and advocacy
- Build a wide range of skills, including decision-making and communicating with influence, for your future career
- Represent your peers by ensuring the student voice is heard at the highest levels, shaping national policies
How to apply and closing date
Please read through the application pack (available below) and send the following to [email protected]. Although the application window for 2025/26 is now closed, we welcome applications on a rolling basis, so please get in touch if you are interested.
- Your name, and the name of your institution - you must be a current student at an IHE member institution.
- A few sentences explaining why you are interested in joining the SAB.
Download the SAB application pack:
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