Your voice shapes your education 

Academic representation isn't just about collecting feedback, it's a fundamental philosophy that recognizes students as active partners in their education, not passive recipients of knowledge. At Oxford SU, we believe academic representation is a tool of empowerment, a safeguard of rights, and a driver of transformation. 

Why this matters: The bigger picture 

Academic representation at Oxford SU reflects our fundamental values as a democratic students' union. It's how we live our commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice in education. 

  • It's structurally necessary

     The University has legal obligations to include student representation in governance (Education Act 1994, Office for Students guidance)

  • It drives all our campaigns 

    Whether we're pushing for fair assessment, disability support, cost-of-living relief, or inclusive curricula, academic representation provides our insight and our channel for action. 

  • It connects us with you

    Every policy report we write, every recommendation we make in university committees, starts with students raising concerns through representation structures. 

  • We're equal

    Academic representation ensures that Oxford's governance isn't just about students, it's with students, as equal partners in shaping one of the world's leading universities.  

Questions? 

Contact our team: academicrepresentation@oxfordsu.ox.ac.uk

Academic representation is partnership in action between students, Oxford SU, and the University. Together, we're ensuring that student voice doesn't just influence Oxford's future, but actively shapes it.