The Students’ Union is run by students for students – that means we’re completely dedicated to representing students at Staffs and helping provide what they want from their student experience. That covers everything from advice and support, great venues and events to representation, sports clubs, activities and even a dedicated student media service.
We’re constantly striving to ensure the best possible experience for all students at Staffs and free membership of the Students’ Union is automatic on enrolling at Staffordshire University. That means our students get to have their say in what we do and how we do it.
Staffordshire University Students’ Union is a democratic organisation, working entirely for the benefit of students.
The Students' Union sponsors and supports a diverse range of student-run groups. These include both competitive and recreational sports groups, special interest groups, academic societies and some that we are unable to categorise! You can find out contact details and any info the groups have posted by following the links below.
The Student Advice Centre (SAC) offers confidential and impartial advice on a variety of issues, such as: student finance, academic affairs, student housing, debt management etc. In addition, there are a number of online self help materials which you can access from the Advice Guide.Find out more...
Academic Reps can raise issues when something is wrong or tell the University what works for you and your student experience. If you need advice regarding your course then contact your Academic Rep.Find out more...
Money Doctors is part of the Students’ Union Student Advice Centre. It is free, independent, impartial and confidential. Click on the logo to see how we can help you keep your finances healthy and make your money achieve what you want it to.Find out more...
You can feel safe in the knowledge that the University has a Cop Shop with a friendly campus police officer who is around to answer any questions. You can speak to him about anything from the security of your property, your personal safety or to report a crime.Find out more...
LRV is the Stoke Campus nightclub and holds our regular clubnights such as the ever popular Gobble on a Wednesday night and Super Friday. LRV is the Union’s largest venue with 1300 capacity.Find out more...
Legends and The Lounge are the Union's Beaconside campus venues. The Lounge is a recently refurbished, stylish bar serving great food and coffee as well as the traditional bar refreshments seven days a week. Legends is the Stafford Campus's nightclub and holds our weekly clubnight Mukky Duck as well as regular live music performances. Find out more...
The Ember Lounge is Staffordshire University Students' Union second Stoke Venue. Winner of Best Late Night Venue Midlands and Wales and a Best Bar None award, the Ember Lounge offers something for everybody. Whether it's an early morning espresso to get you ready for the day, a great value lunch or a night of cocktails and entertainment, we aim to deliver. Find out more...
The Squeeze Box has a delicious menu for both breakfast and lunch. For those wanting something healthy, yet tasty, Squeeze Box caters for all with options big and small. There is also a wide variety of hot drinks, with Fairtrade products being used where possible. Find out more...
Verve is Stoke’s newest venue offering students a funky place to relax and enjoy a tasty burger and the creamiest milkshakes. Open all day, students can pop in for food and drink, listen to some music, catch up on the latest magazines and just take a break from the world outside. Find out more...
The Students’ Union is a student-led organisation, and in that spirit endeavours to hire students and harness their skills where possible.
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We provide advice and information on a wide range of subjects. There is no hidden agenda - we aim to deal with whatever you bring to us. We have up to date information on grants, benefits, housing law, course regulations, legal matters etc. if we can't help personally we will invariably know someone who can. We also run the Money Doctors service. Click here for further information.
Our advice is given free of charge and is completely confidential. We strive to be non-judgmental and operate an equal opportunities policy. We believe in empowerment. We will not tell you what to do, but present you with a range of possible options and do what we can to enable you to resolve whatever difficulties you are experiencing.
Click here for a guide to how we work. If you decide we're not the right service for your needs, click here for a guide to other services you might find useful.
The Student Advice Centre offers a combination of 30 minute appointments, which must be pre-booked. We also provide 10 minute drop-in sessions. The drop-ins work on a first come first seen basis, and cannot be pre-booked.
Occasionally due to advisers having other commitments, appointment and drop-in availability may be reduced; so we advise you to ring and check first, especially if you are travelling any distance.
We also offer information about different topics on our website, this can be found by clicking here.
Victim Support Clinic If you would like to speak to a Victim Support counsellor, please contact the Student Advice Centre receptionist who can arrange an appointment for you.
Our Opening Times
The advice centre is open between the times stated, although it might not always be possible to see the advisor at the time when you get to the advice centre Student Union Information Centre is available outside of these hours for general enquiries, and is available Monday to Friday 9.00am to 8.00pm (closes at 5pm during vacation periods).
The following links are the operating policies of the Advice Centre. They explain the principles by which we work, what you can expect from our service and what we expect from you as a client. • Code of Practice • Confidentiality Policy • Non-attendance of appointments policy • Complaints Procedure • E-mail Policy • Equal Opportunities Policy
By Phone: 01782 294469
Via Email: sac@staffs.ac.uk (individual specific enquiries only) Please note, although e-mails are checked on a regular basis you will not get an immediate response. If your enquiry is urgent please telephone or call in to see us in person. Our e-mail service is only available to students who are unable to attend the Student Advice Centre in person.
In person or By post:
Stoke: Student Advice Centre (Above the Ember Lounge), College Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 2DE
Stafford: Student Advice Centre, Beacon Building, Beaconside, Stafford, ST18 0AD