Student checklist: While you're a student

A key part of the student experience at SRUC is the time spent outside the classroom. SRUCSA, our Students' Association, offers a wide range of student-led clubs and societies, to make sure your free time is as enjoyable as the time spent in the classrooms. They work to ensure that you have the best possible student experience by engaging with you, representing you to SRUC, and promoting communication between staff and students.

By becoming a Student at SRUC you are automatically a member of SRUCSA. So while you're studying at SRUC, we hope you'll participate in the online and in-person events they run all year.

You might also like to become involved as a voluntary liberation officer, start your own sports club or society, or attend a student panel.

Find out more about SRUCSA, what they do, and how you can enhance your experience at SRUC by getting involved at the SRUCSA website.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive study environment where everyone gets the support they need.

If you have specific academic support needs that you are aware of, we encourage you will tell us about them as early as possible so that we can help as soon as possible in your academic career but you are welcome to tell us about your support needs at any time. 

If you're struggling academically and aren't sure why or what your support needs are, you are also encouraged to speak with us. We can help you assess you needs and help put in place the adjustments and support you need to succeed. 

SRUC can also assist with the process of applying for additional financial help under the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA). 

SRUC student support teams

We have a dedicated Student Support team at each campus but our aim is to have all students feel confident to approach any member of staff if they are worried, distressed or in difficulty of any form. All information will be given due respect and attention and will be acted on as appropriate. 

You can find a list of contact details for each Student Support office on our education support webpage. Additional resources and links to helpful external support groups can also be found there.

Staying active is an important part of your student experience and a great way to maintain your physical and mental health.

There are a number of ways to stay active while a student at SRUC, no matter which campus you're studying at. Find more information about your options on our sports facilities page.