Student Representation
FUSA supports a strong student voice across Flinders University, in particular through our Student Academic Representative program.
Student Academic Reps play a vital role in ensuring that students are actively involved in discussions and decisions that impact learning and teaching. By working in partnership with academic staff, Reps can share timely feedback and ideas for improvement whilst learning more about how Courses and Topics are designed and delivered.
You can get involved as a Topic or Course representative in your College, or serve on a University committee. It is a great opportunity to be a voice for yourself and other students, share perspectives on the learning experience, make connections with staff and students, and develop key skills.
Interested? The positions currently seeking expressions of interest are listed below. Students with a variety of experiences and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
All Topic and Course Reps receive training before commencing in their role.
Here’s what you can get out of being a student rep:
- Actively contribute to improving the learning experience for all students.
- Share student views on how learning and teaching can improve.
- Learn how decisions about teaching are made, and have a say in shaping them.
- Meet new people and build strong connections with staff and students.
- Build useful skills that you can use in work and life.
- Get recognised and rewarded for the work you do for your fellow students.
If you have any questions regarding student representation across the University, please contact the Student Representation team at FUSA at srdo@flinders.edu.au.
Course and Topic Rep Opportunities
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives in the College of Business, Creative arts, Law and Social sciences. Course Reps work with their Course Coordinators to improve the student learning experience.
Read the full position description before you apply.
Who can apply:
Students interested in representing your peers to help improve the student learning experience.
There are Course Representative positions available per year level in any undergraduate or postgraduate degree. Number of Rep positions available vary depending on course and current vacancies.
Eligibility:
Course Reps must be enrolled in Semester 1 and 2 (or equivalent non-semester) in 2026 in an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree in the College of Business, Creative arts, Law and Social sciences.
Students must also be currently enrolled in at least one core Topic at the level you wish to represent. For example, a Level 2 Rep in Criminology must be enrolled in at least one level 2 core Topic for your Course (e.g. Bachelor of Criminology) per semester.
Students with a variety of experiences and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Selection for available roles will be made in consultation with the College.
Closing date for expressions of interest:
Monday March 16
How to apply:
Click on the ‘Apply to be a Course Rep’ button below to fill out an expression of interest!
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives in the in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work. Course Reps work with their Course Coordinator to improve the student learning experience.
Read the full position description before you apply.
Who can apply:
Students interested in representing your peers to help improve the student learning experience.
There are Course Rep positions available for each year level in any undergraduate and postgraduate course. Number of Rep positions available vary depending on course and current vacancies.
Eligibility:
Course Reps must be enrolled in Semester 1 and 2 (or equivalent non-semester) in 2026 in an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work.
Students must also be enrolled in at least one core topic at the year you wish to represent. For example, a year 2 Rep in Social Work must be enrolled in at least one year 2 core topic for your Course (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) per semester.
Students with a variety of experiences and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Selection for available roles will be made in consultation with the College.
Closing date for expressions of interest:
Monday March 16
How to apply:
Click on the ‘Apply to be a Course Rep’ button below to fill out an expression of interest!
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives and Topic Representatives in the College of Medicine and Public Health.
Course Reps
Course Representatives play an important role in ensuring student voices are heard and contribute to improving the learning and teaching experience. Representatives work closely with Course Coordinators and the College to provide feedback on curriculum, assessment, and student support.
Positions are available in (click for position description):
– Public Health (Bachelor and Masters)
– Bachelor of Medical Science (4th Year only)
Course Representatives receive training and may also be invited to participate in committees and working groups, such as the College Course Quality Advisory Committee and the College Student Progress Committee.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must be enrolled in at least one topic per semester in the Course you wish to represent. Students from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Click on the ‘Apply to be a Course Rep’ button below to fill out an expression of interest!
Topic Reps
Students who are enrolled in Topics in the College of Medicine and Public Health work with Topic Coordinators to improve the learning experience.
How to apply
If you are interested, please speak directly with your Topic Coordinator who can then assist you with the registration process.
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives in the in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Course Reps work with their Course Coordinator to improve the student learning experience.
Read the full position description here.
Eligibility:
Students interested in representing your peers to help improve the student learning experience. Course Reps must be enrolled in every semester or trimester for the current academic year in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
At least two Course Representatives available for each year level in each Course. There will be continuing Course Representatives in some Courses.
Students with a variety of experiences and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
The College manages the recruitment of Course Reps internally. Please contact your Course Coordinator directly if you are interested in becoming a Course Rep.
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives and Topic Representatives in the College of Science and Engineering.
Course Reps
There are opportunities for students to become Course Representatives in the in the College of Science and Engineering. Course Reps work with their Course Coordinator to improve the student learning experience.
Positions are available in (click to read the position description):
– Engineering (Bachelor and Master)
To be eligible, you must be enrolled in at least one topic per semester in the program you wish to represent. We welcome applications from students with varied perspectives and experiences.
Course Representatives receive training and may also be invited to participate in committees and working groups, such as the College Course Quality Advisory Committee and the College Student Progress Committee.
How to apply:
Click on the ‘Apply to be a Course Rep’ button below to fill out an expression of interest!
Topic Reps
Students who are enrolled in Topics in the College of Science and Engineering work with Topic Coordinators to improve the learning experience.
How to apply
If you are interested, please speak directly with your Topic Coordinator who can then assist you with the registration process.
Other Opportunities
There are no other opportunities currently being advertised. Please check in again at a later date.
