Idea for Change form

Submit an Idea for Change

Please use this form to submit your Ideas for Change. An Idea for Change is an opportunity for students to raise concerns, suggest improvements, or propose new initiatives that could positively impact the student experience at the University of Hertfordshire.

Not sure what to write?

You might want to tell us about:

Something students are struggling with and how to improve it.
A change you would like the Students' Union to campaign or lobby for.
A new idea that you think would improve the student experience.
Something another university does that you would like to see at Hertfordshire.

Idea for Change Submission Deadlines

12:00 Noon - Wednesday 11 November - Deadline for Student Council #2
12:00 Noon - Wednesday 10 February - Deadline for Student Council #3
12:00 Noon - Wednesday 24 March - Deadline for Student Council #4
12:00 Noon - Wednesday 28 April - Deadline for Student Council #5

Your Details

Name:

Your Student ID Number:

Your Email Address:

Your Idea

1. What would you like to change?

Please provide a brief title for your Idea for Change.

2. What is the issue you are trying to address?

Describe the problem or concern in as much detail as possible. Tell us why this issue matters, how students are currently affected and what change you would like to see.

3. How would this change improve the student experience?

Explain the positive impact this change would have on students.

4. Is there any evidence that supports your proposal?

For example: survey results, student feedback, NSS results, course rep feedback, examples from other universities, etc.

5. Is there anything else you would like us to know?

Before You Submit

The information you provide in this form will be used by Hertfordshire Students' Union to review your Idea for Change. Where necessary, relevant information may be shared with appropriate University of Hertfordshire or Students' Union staff to help consider, investigate, or progress your proposal.

I understand how the information I provide will be used as part of the Idea for Change process.

Once submitted, we will review your Idea for Change and aim to provide an update within two weeks. During University closure periods, this timescale may be longer. We may contact you if we need further information or would like to discuss your proposal in more detail. If your Idea for Change is approved, Hertfordshire Students' Union will work with you and any relevant stakeholders to explore how it can be taken forward.

I understand the process outlined above and agree to be contacted by Hertfordshire Students' Union regarding my submission.