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THE UNIQUE OFFER FROM YOUR UNIVERSITY

THE UNIQUE OFFER FROM YOUR UNIVERSITY. A Presentation by the Students’ Union. The New Offer. Our Story So Far…. The Students’ Union at BCUC has always believed that University should be a life changing experience and the best fun you’ve ever had.

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THE UNIQUE OFFER FROM YOUR UNIVERSITY

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  1. THE UNIQUE OFFER FROM YOUR UNIVERSITY A Presentation by the Students’ Union

  2. The New Offer Our Story So Far… The Students’ Union at BCUC has always believed that University should be a life changing experience and the best fun you’ve ever had. We believe that students should, without question come first at this University and have campaigned on your behalf for many years to make this happen. After being inspired by a visit to American Universities in November 2006, the Union started work on “The New Offer” a project we believe will transform the student experience here at BCUC. We know that we can’t change tuition fees, the location of the University or the building works... but we can make a difference. We are currently in negotiations with the University Management to make this happen.

  3. We want to... Make your experience here fantastic Make you proud of being at Bucks Make you not want to leave before you have to Make our University unique Build a great community

  4. The Offer A student experience like no other…

  5. Currently the average cost of playing sport at BCUC is £65. We want to make it free to play. What does this mean for me? You can play in more than one sport There’ll be more choice of sports available, including team and individual ones too There will be a higher focus on minority sports More people will be playing, representing our Uni and feeling proud of belonging to Bucks You won’t have to commit to playing each week There will be a wider range of play to suit different abilities There will be more support so you can concentrate on playing If you’re good we’ll help you excel. If you want to support our teams we’ll get you to the matches Competitive SportFree to participate in

  6. We want to be able to offer a wide range of recreational activities to all students, from cookery to poker, from horseriding to salsa dancing and from singing lessons to pottery. We want to make ALL this free to take part in. What does this mean for me? You can try without any commitment You can sign up to as much as you want to do There will be loads going on, at all campuses throughout the day, evening and weekends You can find something you’re interested in or continue doing something you did before you came here You can discover new talents, make new friends and have fun! Recreational ActivitiesFree to participate in

  7. Currently the average cost of going on a Union trip is £8. We want to make this free. What does this mean for me? There will be lots happening and always something to interest everyone You can meet others interested in the same things as you You can tick all the boxes of places you want to see and sights you’ve never seen before and never pay for entry Do the things you never thought you’d do! You can take the kids along as we’ll be doing lots for families You can get off campus at weekends! Trips There will be three free trips a week - shows, shopping, walks, museums, heritage sites, cities, outward bound activity centres, course related, fun days and theme parks

  8. This London Transport card is currently £5 and we want to be able to give it to all the students that commute for free. What does this mean for me You’ll get 30% of weekly or monthly travel to Uni NUS Extra CardFreefor every student TFL Travel CardFree to our commuting students We normally sell the NUS Extra card for £10 but want to be able to give it to you for free. What does this mean for me Discounts on major retailers and online stores A free ISIC card, giving discounts abroad and on flights Branded HoodieFree for all students A decent quality, University branded Hoodie for free What does this mean for me We want you to be proud of your University, feel a sense of belonging and part of the community here at Bucks

  9. What does this mean for me? You will be able to find help out of hours, seeing our advisors at your placement and at the partner colleges. You be able to speak to someone whenever you need it on the phone, day or night – there is always someone there You can find help to stop smoking, improving your sexual health and being safe. Support 24 / 7We will open the ARC for longer, There will be a 24 help line provided by the Samaritans and we’ll campaign and help you on issues such as mental health, giving up smoking and student safety Assessment Support Free relaxation programmes, free pre exam breakfasts, free dissertation binding What does this mean for me? You can relax and help feel the pressure of exams, dissertations, deadlines or degree shows ease. If you’ve missed breakfast on an exam morning, it’s ok as we’ll provide it for you and we’ll also bind your dissertation too.

  10. What does this mean for me? Reps will be well trained and you will be fully able to speak up for students You’ll be paid so don’t have to make the choice between working and attending meetings You’ll have access to information and support and be well informed about the issues going on around you Reps will be well recognised on campus, There will be an awards dinner so we can recognise the work you do for others and training to hep you recognise the skills you’ve learnt Support for Student RepsWe want all student reps to be paid for their time, give them training and reward them for the work they do on behalf of all the students at Uni

  11. What does this mean for me? Free entertainments and events all year Free to get into the bars all the time Always something going on, across the week and weekends, during the days as well as the evenings There will be events held at all the campuses and external locations too Really good quality acts and performers A wide range of entertainments for everyone ranging from comedy, bands, gigs, music, DJs, choirs, orchestras, theatre, poetry, films, dance... In fact anything and everything you can think of, we’ll be putting it on. Events ProgrammeFree all Students and Staff

  12. What does this mean for me? The chance to get dressed up, create memories and have a traditional University experience. The summer ball will be bigger and better than anything we’ve held in recent years and will be a special occasion for you to attend. Events to rememberA subsidised Summer Ball and FreeFreshers Ball for all first years The Boat Raceno, not that one! What does this mean for me? In this traditional event for both staff and students, you’ll be able to have the chance to get one over on your lecturers and friends from the other faculties! Imagine coaches to Marlow, a picnic on the river and the chance to make history in this years dragon boat race!

  13. Student Development Free leadership residentials and a year long programme of workshops, experiences, ice breaker and team sessions. What does this mean for me? You can put yourself forward for one of our outward bound residentials or test yourself on our leadership activities. Pitch up for a workshop or make it more of a challenge and come along with a group of friends or course mates to take part in a team building event. You’ll see that learning isn’t just about what happens in the classroom and there is more to Uni than the lecture hall. Great Ideas Fund A special fund that helps students with great ideas make them happen What does this mean for me? Got an idea to make student life better? We’re looking for students who want to make things happen on campus. Whether it’s a drama production, a five a side tournament, an event, a conference or one big party – we can help you do it.

  14. The Redgrave LecturesFive lectures from high profile speakers a year What does this mean for me? There will be inspirational people coming to Bucks to speak to us with fresh and new perspectives. Listen to the people you admire from the areas you’re passionate about, talk about their experiences.. and you’ll hear it for free. Student Awards The BCUC Baftas – A free ceremony What does this mean for me? We know that hundreds of students all across the University make a real difference to life at Bucks and the local community. We want to recognise you with a prestigious awards evening that will be the highlight of your academic year.

  15. The Offer Again Competitive Sport Free to take part in Recreational Activities Free to take part in University Branded Hoodie Free for all students Support for Student Repsgetting students involved NUS Extra Card Free to all students Three Trips a week Free to go on London Transport Card Free for our commuters The Boat Race Free for all students and staff University Lecture Series Free for all students and staff Entertainment and Events Free for all Students and Staff Events to remember Free andsubsidised Summer and Freshers Balls Student Development Free to take part in Events and Activities Bursary for students with ideas Support 24 / 7 for all students Assessment support Freefor all students Student Awards recognising our students A New Offer for our New University

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