The group is a forum for students from diverse WP backgrounds to come together to advocate for WP students and their experiences. We work with decision-makers at the University to improve student experience, from application through to graduation. We explore a range of topics, including wellbeing, careers and opportunities, and belonging.
The group currently has 16 members from across the student body and we meet twice a term. Membership lasts for the entire academic year.
We are currently recruiting, with the application deadline on 8pm on Monday, 2 November. If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please feel free to get in touch at .
You are eligible to apply to the WP Student Advisory Group if you are a Home/UK student or have home fee status and meet any of the following criteria:
You are in receipt of the 海角社区 Bursary or other means-tested financial support
You were eligible for Free School Meals while at secondary school
You come from a household with an income below 拢42,875
Have a household postcode in an area with a high level of disadvantage (you 鈥� you鈥檇 be eligible if your postcode falls into deciles 1-4)
You are a student with disabilities
You are a mature student who entered higher education over the age of 21
You have spent time in local authority care, either in a foster home, group home or kinship care
You are estranged from, and not supported by, both parents
You have caring responsibilities
Neither of your parents attended university and gained a degree
You have been granted refugee status, are under humanitarian protection or are currently seeking asylum in the UK
Please apply by completing our application form hereLink opens in a new window. The deadline to submit your application is 8pm on Monday, 2 November 2026. You must be able to attend our first meeting, which will be held on Monday, 16 November from 2:30-4:00pm on campus.
