Welcome to the website of sparqs (student partnerships in quality Scotland), funded by the Scottish Funding Council.
Key sparqs models
Launch of our STEP Practical Guide to Student Engagement
sparqs is delighted to announce the publication of our Practical Guide to Scotland’s Tertiary Enhancement Programme (STEP). This guide has been produced for students’ association officers and staff in the tertiary education sector in Scotland. It provides a context and…
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sparqs is seeking a new Trustee Board Chair - closing date extended to 9.00am on Thursday 19th February 2026
Volunteer Chair of Trustee Board sparqs is currently seeking a chair of Trustees who will lead our Board with integrity, insight and enthusiasm. This is an opportunity to guide a highly-regarded charity into its next exciting chapter. Please note that the…
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Welcome to our Deputy Director, Hannah Clarke!
We are thrilled to announce that Hannah Clarke has been appointed as the Deputy Director of sparqs, an exciting new role within the organisation! Many of you will remember Hannah from her previous roles within sparqs, initially as a Development…
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New year round-up!
Happy new year to friends and colleagues from all in the sparqs team! We hope 2026 has started well for everyone and we look forward to working with you all again during the coming year! We begin the year with the…
Read More...Reminder re our Trustee Board Chair recruitment - extended deadline
Volunteer Chair of Trustee Board A reminder that sparqs is currently seeking a chair of Trustees who will lead our Board with integrity, insight and enthusiasm. This is an opportunity to guide a highly-regarded charity into its next exciting chapter. To…
Read More...Launch of sparqs' new STEP Practical Guide to Student Engagement
sparqs is delighted to announce the publication of our Practical Guide to Scotland’s Tertiary Enhancement Programme (STEP). This guide has been produced for students’ association officers and staff in the tertiary education sector in Scotland. It provides a context and…
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