Bristol SU Elections: Everything You Need to Know
The Bristol SU Elections are here! But what, exactly, does that mean?
Campus is covered in bright yellow posters and banners! But why?
Everyone is talking about Voting! But who for?
All your questions can now be answered in this ultimate guide to the Bristol SU Elections 2026!
Did you know that Bristol SU is a democracy? This means you get to decide who drives change from within the SU, and who represents you across all areas of the University. Each year, you get to have your say in the Bristol SU Elections, voting for representatives you trust to make change on campus.
This might be your first or last year at Bristol, but your experience as a student is important. When you think back on what has happened so far, is there anything you'd want to improve for yourself and the communities you care about?
Could your course be better? Do you want better academic support? Could there be cheaper food options for students in university buildings?
This is your chance to have your say!
How to get involved:
- Make sure to vote, so you can choose a representative that you trust to make the positive changes you want to see at UoB.
- Or, if you have a strong vision for change, why not nominate yourself to represent your peers and make these ideas a reality? By nominating yourself, you are doing your bit to represent the voices of all students to the university, local community and government!
What are the Key Election Dates?
- Nominations Open: Monday 26 Jan - Friday 20 Feb
- Candidates Revealed: Friday 6 March
- Vote Week: Monday 9 March - Thursday 12 March
- Elections Results Night: Friday 14 March
The clock for nominations is ticking, make a change today!
Why run for a role?
Because this is your moment to shape student life at Bristol.
By putting yourself forward, you’re stepping up to represent students’ voices to the University, the city, and even those on a national level. You’ll be helping to improve academic experiences and make everyday university life better for thousands of students - and the impact you could make is real!
Just look at what previous FTOs have achieved such as; securing funding for projects like the Gender Expression Fund, tackling course issues, reducing society costs to support students through the cost-of-living crisis, and leading campaigns such as My Rent, My Rights.
These officer wins didn’t just happen, they were created by students who decided to run for election! Now it’s your turn to make a difference.
How do I nominate myself?
First things first, you will want to decide which role is right for you. What interests you at the uni and what areas do you wish to make change? Browse the roles on this page to make your decision.
Next, it will be time to write personal statement or, in other words, a written explanation of who you are, why you should be elected and what your plans for change are. What do you think other students are looking for? How are you going to help them find it? These are good questions to start with!
Don’t hesitate to reach out for any support in writing your manifesto or learning how to campaign. SU staff are here to help, check out the support page!
