Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How do I join the AUA?

A: See How to Join AUA or contact the Branch Co-ordinators for Sheffield University aua@sheffield.ac.uk

Q. I’d like to go to the annual conference this year. How do I go about arranging this?

A. See Annual Conference for further details or contact Sarah Medway.

Q. Is the AUA a union (like the AUT, Unison etc.)?

A. No. See About AUA for further details.

Q. Will the University pay my membership fee?

A. Membership fees aren't funded by the registrar but your own dept/school may be willing to fund as professional development. However, the registrar does offer funds to support a number of national conference places

Q. How many members do you have?

A. Nationally there are just under 4,000 members. Sheffield branch has more than 70 members. The AUA also has strong links with its sister organisations in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada and USA.

Q. How do I become more involved in the branch?

A. Contact Sarah Medway, Linda Hudson or Steph Allen for more information about joining the branch team.