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.

If you are a placement student and would like to stand for a student leader role, please email suweb@bath.ac.uk with the name of the group and position you'd like to stand for.

Diversity & Support Group Committees

Diversity and Support Committee Elections 2026/27

For any issues, contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

46 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Media group Committees

Media Committee Elections 2026/27

Election for Media Committee positions.

23 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Society Committees

Societies Committee Elections 2026/27

Election for Society committee positions.

840 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 12:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Volunteer Committees

Volunteer Group Elections 2026/27

Volunteer groups committee elections

32 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Arts Committee Elections

Arts Committee Election 2026/27

Election for Arts committee positions.

151 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 11:59 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Sports Committee Elections

Sport Committee Elections 2026/27

Election for all Sports Club committees

487 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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SU Executive Committee Elections

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

Diversity & Support Exec

Diversity and Support Executive Committee 2026/27

The Diversity & Support Exec is responsible for supporting, representing, and coordinating the Diversity & Support groups. The committee ensures that students' diversity and support-related concerns are being addressed by the Students' Union and the University. For any issues, contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk

3 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Sport Exec

Sport Executive Committee 2026/27

The SU Sport Executive Committee meets every 2 to 3 weeks during term time with the purpose of developing the offer of Students’ Union Sport. There are specific and non-specific duties which vary from financial management to running major events such as Varsity and Snowball. These positions offer great personal development both within sports management and with more general skills.

7 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 17:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Activities Exec

Activities Executive Committee 2026/27

Election for Activities Executive Committee positions.

8 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 17:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Media Exec

Media Committee Elections 2026/27

Election for Media Committee positions.

23 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Doctoral Exec

No elections are currently running

PGT Exec

No elections are currently running

Academic Elections

Put yourself forward to represent students within your academic discipline.

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

Academic Reps

Academic Rep Semester 2 Election 26/27

Academic Reps are students who have been elected by their peers to represent their cohort's academic views and concerns. These Reps ensure that student concerns, views, and opinions are heard and acted upon by the University and the Students' Union. For any issues, contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk.

154 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Doctoral Reps

No current election

Faculty Reps

Faculty Rep Semester 2 Election 26/27

Faculty Representatives are elected by their students to represent the Faculty as a whole. These Reps ensure larger student concerns, views, and opinions are being heard and acted upon by their Faculty. For any issues, contact: su-voice@bath.ac.uk

4 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Department Rep

Department Rep Semester 2 Election 26/27

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.

14 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Senate Rep

Senate Rep Election 26/27

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 and chair 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 close at 12:00 on Thursday 12 March 2026 (in 9 days)

The polls open at 09:00 on Monday 16 March 2026 (in 13 days)

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Hall Rep By-Election 2025/26

25 posts are up for election.

The polls have closed.

Candidate List: See who ran for each post and read their manifestos.

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