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AUTSA SRC Elections 2027
Stand for the Student Representative Council and be the voice of AUT students.
Nominations Open
Election timeline
Nominations open
Monday, 15 June 2026
Nominations close
Friday, 24 July 2026
Campaigning period
27 Jul – 14 Aug
Ballots open
Monday, 3 August 2026
Ballots close
Monday, 17 August 2026
Results announced
After voting closes
Positions
17 positions across three subcommittees.
- Business, Economics & Law Faculty Rep
- Culture & Society Faculty Rep
- Design & Creative Technologies Faculty Rep
- Health & Environmental Sciences Faculty Rep
- Postgraduate Affairs Rep
- Diversity Affairs Rep
- Māori Affairs Rep
- Mature Students Rep
- Pasifika Affairs Rep
- International Affairs Rep
- Disability Affairs Rep
- Rainbow Affairs Rep
- Wellbeing Affairs Representative
- Accommodation Rep
- City Campus Rep
- North Campus Rep
- South Campus Rep
Thinking about standing?
Put your name forward for the Student Representative Council. You'll need two endorsers and a short statement — that's it.
Nominate nowFrequently asked questions
What is the SRC and what do they do?
The Student Representative Council is a group of AUT students, elected by their peers, who represent the student voice on campus. SRC members sit on university committees, advocate for change, and make sure the student perspective is heard — whether it’s academic policies, campus facilities, or student services.
What does being on the SRC involve?
Prospective SRC members should expect to commit up to 10 hours to duties per week during the academic year. What you do during those ten hours ranges across roles and will vary from week to week. You can expect to spend some time answering emails or messages from students, attending meetings, writing reports, and attending AUTSA events.
Why should I run for a role?
It’s a great way to drive change and represent your fellow students. You’ll get insight into how the university works, connect with like-minded peers, and build real skills — leadership, teamwork, advocacy, communication, and time management.
Do I get paid for the role?
Being on the SRC is considered a voluntary role, but SRC members receive an honorarium twice a year, at the end of each semester. The exceptions are the salaried roles — President (full-time) and the two Vice Presidents (part-time) — which are two-year terms and are not up for election this cycle.
How do I nominate?
Sign in to the AUTSA platform and open the nomination form while nominations are open. You’ll choose your position(s), write a short blurb, add a photo, and provide 2 endorsers (other AUT students). It’s a self-nomination — you nominate yourself to stand.
How do I vote?
When ballots open, every eligible AUT student gets a personal voting link by email to view candidate profiles and vote securely. Each link is unique and can only be used once.
When can I start campaigning?
Campaigning starts on Monday 27 July, once candidates are confirmed. The full campaigning rules (spend limits, where you can post material, conduct) are in the candidate pack you receive after nominating.
Is my vote anonymous?
Yes — votes are stored separately from voter identity using one-way cryptographic hashing. No one, including administrators, can see how you voted.
Is there training?
Yes — communication skills, meeting etiquette, event planning, and general AUTSA awareness. All SRC members are expected to attend.
Do I need to be a member to nominate or vote?
No extra step — if you’re a current AUT student you’re automatically an AUTSA member (following the 2026 AGM, membership is automatic unless you opt out), so you can nominate, endorse, and vote.
Who do I contact for more information?
Email the elections team at elections@autsa.org.nz. For a complaint or appeal, contact the Returning Officer at admin@equitymatters.co.nz.
Questions about elections?
Contact the elections team for more information about nominating, campaigning, or voting.