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Apply to be a Buddy Volunteer!

The UUSU Buddy Scheme helps new students settle into university life by connecting them with a student buddy who can offer support, answer questions, and help them settle into university life. If you are a returning student who feels equipped to help a fellow student settle into University Life please read on and find out how you can apply to be a Buddy Volunteer!

Freshers 2026

When you register at Ulster University you are automatically a member of the Students’ Union (UUSU). We are here to Represent, Support and Connect you whilst you are studying. We have loads of events planned for Freshers’ Week.

Meet your student officers

Your Student Officers are elected every year to represent you, the students of Ulster. They work to champion the issues that matter to our members and work to ensure the student experience is as rewarding as possible.

Society Spotlight - BioSoc

Recently we caught up with the Biosoc Society based at Coleraine to find out more about the society and its society reps!

Upcoming Events

Preterm (CU event, Coleraine): 9th September 4pm - 9pm; Under U123

Christian Union Magee beach night: 12th September 6pm - 9pm; Buncrana Beach; An event held by the Christian Union to welcome freshers to the society. Everyone is welcome to come along to Buncrana beach to play games and meet new people before starting or going back to uni!

Magee CU Quiz night: 14th September 7:30pm - 9pm; MU 125; A quiz night hosted by the Christian Union to welcome freshers.

Quiz and desserts night (CU event Coleraine): 14th September 7:30pm - 11pm; Under U123

CIS beach night (CU event Coleraine): 15th September 6:30pm - 10:30pm; East Strand

Your Student Officers

The Union’s seven elected student officers are supported by 30 staff across its Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown and Magee campuses.

Need help? Contact one of our elected officers on their profile pages.

Get involved

We are here to represent, support and connect you. We provide a first class experience through our engagement with our membership, so get involved.

VOLUNTEERING

Learn new skills & improve your employment prospects! You'll feel valued and part of a team which can help give you confidence & increase your self-esteem. Learn more

SPORT

You can join one of our 70 + clubs in which you can participate in at various levels or you can enjoy one of our Get Active classes. Learn more

SOCIETIES

With over 90 Societies to choose from, there's something to suit everyone. By joining a society you’ll gain numerous benefits from making friends to improving your CV. Learn more