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Reward and Recognition

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Rep Reward and Recognition System

This scheme recognises the time, care and effort you put into representing students, gathering feedback, contributing ideas, building community and helping improve academic life across UAL.

How it works Recognition levels

How it works

  1. Take part

    Earn points through eligible activities such as training, committees, gathering student feedback and helping bring reps together.

  2. Record your contribution

    Record every completed activity in the Reward & Recognition form, regardless of the type of activity. Include the date and a short description, and provide any supporting details requested in the form.

  3. Progress through the tiers

    The Education Quality team reviews and tracks contributions during the academic year. Each tier is awarded when you first reach its points threshold.

Please note: points are reviewed by the Education Quality team. An activity should be eligible under the current scheme before you assume it will count. Keep a note of your contribution and any relevant evidence.

Recognition levels and rewards

There are three recognition levels. The points threshold is cumulative, so you can progress from Bronze to Silver and then Gold during the academic year.

Bronze

50+ points

For consistent engagement and participation.

You receive

  • A digital Certificate of Recognition
  • The option to be listed on the website annually, with your consent

Plus, choose one

  • £10 Arts Shop voucher
  • Varsity scarf
  • UAL accessories bundle

Silver

80+ points

For active contribution across different parts of your rep role.

You receive

  • A digital Certificate of Recognition
  • A skills statement or LinkedIn recommendation
  • A UAL tote bag

Plus, choose one

  • Student Art Pass membership
  • Prince Charles Cinema annual membership

Gold

120+ points

For sustained contribution, including leadership or higher-impact work.

You receive

  • A digital Certificate of Recognition
  • A skills statement or LinkedIn recommendation
  • The option of a website or social media spotlight, with your consent

Plus, choose one

  • Prince Charles Cinema annual 1UP membership
  • UAL insulated bottle or hoodie
  • Your own suggested reward, up to £30, subject to approval

Reward availability and any suggested reward are subject to confirmation by the Education Quality team. Your optional listing or spotlight will only be shared with your consent.

All activities that can earn points

The list below gives the activities and point values in the 2026/27 Reward & Recognition scheme. Record every activity you complete using the form below, regardless of activity type. Only activities included in the approved scheme count towards your points.

Activity Points What to keep in mind
Attend Rep Training20Complete approved in-person, online or remote rep training. Attendance is recorded by Arts SU.
Attend a Course Committee10Take part in your Course Committee. Attendance may need confirmation from the Course Leader.
Collect Feedback from Cohort5Gather feedback from students on your course and keep a brief note of how you collected it.
Attend an EQC Check-In Session5Attend an Education Quality check-in session and make sure your attendance is recorded.
Attend RepCon15Take part in RepCon. Attendance is recorded by Arts SU.
Attend a Skills Dev Workshop10Attend an approved skills development workshop. Attendance is recorded by Arts SU or the session organiser.
Win Rep of the Month20These are bonus points for being selected as Rep of the Month, separate from Bronze, Silver and Gold tier recognition.
Participate in Research Insiders: Survey5Take part in a Research Insiders survey. Participation is checked against the participant list.
Participate in Research Insiders: Focus Group or Interview10Take part in a Research Insiders focus group or interview. Participation is checked against the participant list.
Promote an Arts SU Campaign or Event5Promote an Arts SU campaign or event to your students. Keep a short record of what you shared and where.
Collaborate on a UAL or College-Level Initiative15Make a substantive contribution to cross-course, college or UAL-level work. Supporting evidence is required.
Vote in Elections10Vote in an eligible election. Keep confirmation if it is provided.
Meet with a Course Leader or Relevant Course Staff10Meet relevant course staff outside formal Course Committee attendance. Staff confirmation or a meeting record may be needed.
Raise or Escalate Evidenced Student Feedback5Take evidenced student feedback to staff, a School Rep, Arts SU or another appropriate contact. Record who you raised it with and the outcome.
Lead or Co-lead a Rep social event20Plan and lead or co-lead a rep social. Evidence should show your substantial planning or leadership contribution.
Organise a social event or community-building activity for the course15Run a smaller course-level social, buddy or community-building activity. Keep evidence of what you organised.
Attend Rep and Student Forum or an Annual Members' Meeting10Attendance is recorded. This activity has a maximum of 40 points per academic year.
(School Reps) Attend a Board of Study or College Academic Committee10Attend the formal Board of Study or College Academic Committee. This is particularly relevant to School Reps.
Complete an Arts SU Rep Feedback or Evaluation Survey5Complete an Arts SU rep feedback or evaluation survey. This is separate from collecting feedback from your course.
Share a Rep Win or Impact Update with Arts SU5Share a completed rep win, change or impact update with Arts SU. This is separate from promoting an event.

Important: please record every completed activity in the form below, including activities that may also appear in attendance or staff records. Do not assume an unlisted activity has a points value; contact the Education Quality team if you think an activity is missing.

Record your completed activities

Use the form below to record every activity you complete, regardless of its type. Include the activity date and a short description, and add any supporting information requested. The Education Quality team will review submissions and verify activities as needed before adding approved points to the tracker.

Press this link to record your completed tasks

If you think an activity has been missed, or you are unsure what information to provide, contact the Education Quality team.

Email the Education Quality team: coursereps@su.arts.ac.uk

Rep of the Month

Rep of the Month recognises meaningful contributions, including impact, leadership, new ideas, supporting other students and consistent involvement. You do not need to have the highest number of points to be recognised.

Students, other reps, Course Leaders, Officers and the Education Quality team can nominate a rep. The decision considers verified activity and nominations, rather than points alone.

What does the selected rep receive?

  • A personal thank-you
  • A £15 One4all digital gift card
  • The option to be featured celebrating their contribution, with their consent

Rep of the Month is separate from the reward choices attached to the Bronze, Silver and Gold tiers.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to reach all three levels at once?

No. Bronze, Silver and Gold are awarded when you first reach each threshold. You can progress through the levels during the academic year.

Do points alone decide Rep of the Month?

No. Rep of the Month considers verified activity and nominations, including the contribution's impact, initiative, leadership, support for other students and consistent involvement.

Will my name or contribution be published?

Any optional annual website listing or spotlight requires your consent.

What if an activity is missing from my points record?

Contact the Education Quality team with a brief description of the activity and any relevant evidence so they can review it.

I'm not a Course Rep. Does the scheme apply to me?

The scheme is intended to recognise contributions across the Arts SU rep community, not only Course Reps. If you are unsure whether your role or an activity is eligible, check with the Education Quality team before relying on it for points.

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