Our Elections
What are they?
What makes CSU special is the fact that we are led by students just like you, chosen through an Election in which every student gets a vote.
Every year you elect three full-time positions: President, Vice President Education, and Vice President Student Life. They focus on improving the lives of students on everything from the academic experience to events. Part-time Officers are also elected in these elections. They represent a certain area or demographic of the student body and help make decisions on policy, as well as hold the full-time Officers to account.
Any current student is eligible to run for Officer roles. If elected as a full-time Officer, you would be paid a full-time salary for one year and work in the CSU office. Most of our officers are final-year students and become VP or President after completing their degree, but you can also interrupt your studies for a year to take on the role.
Why should you get involved?
Becoming a full-time Officer is a fantastic opportunity and a graduate job unlike any other.
As well as a salary and secure job for 12 months, you will:
- Get the chance to run activities, campaigns, and initiatives for the benefit of students.
- Change student lives for the better on issues and ideas you care about.
- Boost your CV and skillset in multiple areas including: leadership, communication, and advocacy – which will make you stand out to future employers.
Being a Part-time Officer is also a very fulfilling, skill-boosting role. You'll be helping shape the CSU, bringing student feedback to us and the University, and creating your own campaigns.
Role Descriptions
Click on the links below to download the role descriptions for each position.
Vice President Education role description
Elections timeline
Spring Elections
Our Elections are held every Spring and are used to elect full-time Officers, Student Council Officers, and Society Committee positions.
Nominations are open for two weeks, followed by 1-2 weeks of campaigning for votes. All students then vote for who they want to win!
See the results of the 2025 Spring elections!
By-Elections
Our By-Elections are held every Autumn term to fill in remaining Part-time Officer positions. Nominations are open for two weeks, followed by a week of campaigning for votes. All students then vote for who they want to win.
More information will be available in Autumn 2025.
Read the results of our 2024 Autumn By-Elections!
