Student Leadership isn't just about names or titles. It's about deciding who speaks up for you, who challenges decisions that affect students, and who leads important conversations forward on topics that matter most to you.

When you take part, cast your vote, and have your say, you shape the direction of your students' association and the priorities it focuses on through the year - supporting your elected Student Leaders. 

Small action, lasting impact ⏱️➡️🌟

It only takes a few minutes to take part, but the impact lasts all year.

Student leaders:

• ✅ Speak up for students in key University discussions
• ✅ Challenge barriers affecting learning, wellbeing, and inclusion
• ✅ Champion student priorities and lived experiences
• ✅ Keep student voices present at every level

Your involvement directly influences who leads this work — and how effectively student perspectives are heard.

Strengthening student voice 💪

A strong Students’ Association depends on student involvement. When students take part, it sends a clear message: student voices matter and deserve to shape decisions.

Higher participation gives student leaders the confidence and backing they need to challenge decisions, raise concerns, and keep student priorities on the agenda.

Not sure who to support? 🤔

That’s okay. The process is designed to help you make an informed choice. Students putting themselves forward share their ideas, priorities, and plans so you can see who best reflects your views and experiences.

There’s no “right” or “wrong” choice — what matters is getting involved.

The Students’ Association exists to represent you, and it works best when students actively shape its direction. Taking part is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to influence what matters most to students.

✨ Your voice matters. ✨

Key dates to remember📅

• Candidates announced: 9 June 2026
• Voting opens: 12:00 on 15 June 2026
• Voting closes: 12:00 on 19 June 2026