Students at Buckinghamshire New University are important to us from the day they apply and remain part of our community evermore. When you finish your course of study, we want to stay in touch and continue to support you in making the most of your time at University.
Bucks Students' Union has created the alumni network - a package designed to support our members after graduation and allow them to continue to benefit from the free opportunities offered by the Big Deal. Across the year, Buckinghamshire New University graduates will receive the following benefits:
- a quarterly e-newletter
- free access to the Big Deal programme
- networking events held throughout the year
- full participation in the Bucks Enterprise scheme
- access to an industry-relevant mentor scheme
- access to the Leadership Academy modules and support
- full engagement with the STRIVE Festival events and activities.
You will also continue to have free entry to all events held in The Venue.
Alumni of Buckinghamshire New University may get involved and engage in any of Bucks Students’ Union services or activities as long as it doesn’t incur any additional financial costs.
Social events
Alumni may attend any and all social events, in The Venue, free of charge – unless otherwise stated on promotional material. Proof of student status, in the form of an old ID card, is required for free entry.
Advice Centre
Alumni may seek free advice regarding issues encountered during their time as a student or with the University. Advisors reserve the right to refuse service if they feel the issues concerned reach beyond the specified parameters.
Societies and Sport for Fun
If alumni wish to take part in society or Sport for Fun activities, they must contact the Student Activities Coordinator (Recreational Sport and Societies) to discuss if their participation would lead to any cost or insurance implications.
Competitive sport
Alumni cannot compete in competitive sports teams due to British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) regulations.
Volunteering and charitable fundraising
Alumni participating in volunteering or fundraising events may be encourages for certain opportunities but should always be discussed with the Student Activities Manager first.
Training and development
Alumni wishing to benefit from any training or development session should contact sutraining@bucks.ac.uk to discuss feasibility. Many of our developmental and skills and training packages will be available to you free of charge.