Elections

You stand and vote for SU elections on this page.

There are a wide range of roles that are up for election each year, at varying level of responsibility. Anyone considering a nomination should familiarise themselves with the Election Rules. You can also find out when the next election is on our Election Timetables.

Click on the boxes to expand the section to find active elections.

Student Group Elections

For students interested in running one of our societies, sports clubs, or other student groups.

Diversity & Support Group Committees

No elections are currently running

Media group Committees

No elections are currently running

Society Committees

No elections are currently running

Volunteer Committees

No elections are currently running

Arts Committee Elections

No elections are currently running

Sports Committee Elections

No elections are currently running

SU Executive Committee Elections

Most Execs all sit above the range of student groups in their area.

Diversity & Support Exec

No elections are currently running

Sport Exec

No elections are currently running

Activities Exec

No elections are currently running

Media Exec

No elections are currently running

Doctoral Exec

No elections are currently running

PGT Exec

PGT Exec Election 25/26

Postgraduate Taught Exec represents all Postgraduate Taught students at Bath and is influential in bringing about change in the academic environment. The committee is made up of the Postgraduate Taught Faculty Reps and the Postgraduate Officer. For issues contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

1 post is up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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Academic Elections

Put yourself forward to represent students within your academic discipline.

Read more about what it takes to be an Academic Rep.

Management Academic Rep Elections

No elections are currently running

Academic Reps

Academic Rep Semester 1 Elections 25/26

Academic Reps are students who have been elected by their peers to represent their cohort's academic views and concerns. The roles in this election are for 1st year Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught students. Nominate yourself to be the voice of students! For issues contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

121 posts are up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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Doctoral Reps

No current election

Faculty Reps

Faculty Rep Semester 1 Election 25/26

Faculty Representatives are elected by students in their faculty/school. It is their responsibility to represent students' views at a Faculty Level to discuss the big issues that are affecting students. Nominate yourself to be the voice of students. For issues, contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

5 posts are up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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Department Rep

Department Rep Semester 1 Election 25/26

Department Reps amplify student voice at the departmental level, helping build strong academic communities. You’ll gather feedback from Academic Reps, chair SSLCs, attend key meetings, and escalate issues to Faculty Reps when needed. This role gives you a broader view of university decision-making and the chance to drive real change. Questions? Contact su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

24 posts are up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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Senate Rep

Senate Rep Election 25/26

The Senate Rep is elected by students to represent their voice on the Senate committee. The Senate Rep sits on University Senate along with the SU President, Education Officer and Postgraduate Officer. They are also a member of the SU Academic Exec. Nominate yourself to be part of the University's highest-level committee to represent students' interests. For issues contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk

1 post is up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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SUmmit

SUmmit Open-Place Student Reps 2025/26

SUmmit is an SU committee made up of a range of student leaders and representatives who discuss topical issue pertaining to the student experience. They vote to create Standpoints (SU stances on any given issue) and hold the SU Officers to account. There are 20 open-places available for this role.

2 posts are up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

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Hall Committee Elections

Represent students who live in your University-managed accommodation (halls).

Read more about Hall Committees here.

Hall Committee Election

Hall Rep Election 2025/26

32 posts are up for election.

Nominations open at 12:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2025 (in 5 days and 21 hours)

The polls open at 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October 2025 (in 19 days)

Post List: Read more about the positions up for election and what each role entails.

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