Nominate yourself to be an academic Rep!

Make positive change and be the person who represents students' academic interests

What are the Academic Rep Elections?

In Michaelmas term, we hold the Academic Rep Elections. Academic Reps are a crucial link between the student body and academic staff within their department and faculty. Their primary responsibility is to gather feedback from peers about their educational experience to feedback in meetings with academic staff, advocating for changes.

This is a volunteer role that you can do alongside your studies. 

FAQs

Will it impact my studies?

One of the best things about being an Academic Rep is that it’s a role you do alongside your studies.

What do I gain from it?

You’ll develop key skills like leadership, communication, and negotiation. Plus, you’ll build strong relationships with both students and staff, expanding your academic and professional network. There are also recognition and reward opportunities, like the Academic Rep of the Year Award at our Annual Excellence Awards.

Why should I consider running in the election?

Becoming an Academic Rep gives you a voice in the decisions that directly impact your education. It’s a unique opportunity to ensure that the issues you and your peers care about are addressed at the highest levels of your department. Whether you’re passionate about improving lecture recordings, advocating for more inclusive curriculum content, or just making sure that student voices are heard, being an Academic Rep is your platform to make change happen.

What types of Reps are there?

Subject Reps are the voice of students in faculties and departments. They represent their subject peers and take part in decision-making that will affect education now and in years to come.

School Reps are higher-level student representatives. They represent either UG or PG students within their specific School and sit on the Council of the School, which is responsible for education, research, strategy and resource allocation across several faculties in a discipline area. School Reps also sit on the SU's Student Council, where they discuss issues affecting students and debate and vote on SU policy.

More information can be found on the Academic Rep page 
 

Leadership Elections are Coming Soon!

Nominations open on 1st February 2027.
 

What are the leadership elections?

In Lent Term, we hold the Leadership Elections to elect the incoming Sabbatical Officer Team. Sabbatical Officers are elected to represent students to the University, locally, and nationally. They work full-time as part of the wider Students' Union staff team, intermitting their studies until the next academic year. 

This year we will be electing the following Sabbatical Officer roles: 

• President (UG)
• President (PG)
• Vice President (Education & Widening Participation)
• Vice President (Student Community & Societies)
• Vice President (Liberation & Welfare) 

As well as the part-time voluntary position of University Councillor up for election which any student can run for and do alongside their studies. 

We're looking forward to seeing the successful candidates bring focused leadership to key areas of student life. 
 

2026 Candidates Manifesto Booklet 

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