A paid, full-time role representing GCU students and improving student life.
Every year, GCU students elect four Full Time Officers to represent them. Officers listen to students, lead campaigns and work with the University to make a difference.
Thinking about standing? Explore the job, check whether you can stand and find out what support is available before deciding to nominate yourself.
Nominations open Monday 25th January 2027
You can explore the role and find out how to prepare before nominations open.
Discover the work, pay, benefits and experience you could gain.
Check eligibility and get answers about studies, graduation and other commitments.
Find out what to prepare, how to submit your nomination and what happens next.
Understand campaigning and the guidance, training and support available.
Officers turn student feedback into campaigns and improvements. Hear about their work and the experience they gain in the role.
Explore officer achievements and experiences
You don’t need to have decided to stand to ask for advice. If you have a question about the role, eligibility or nomination process, email elections@GCUstudents.co.uk.
Election procedures and election rules
We are committed to fair elections. If you believe there has been a breach of the election rules, find out how to raise a concern.
All students at Glasgow Caledonian University are automatically members of GCU Students' Association.
This membership is free for current GCU students.
GCU Students' Association, 70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA.
Tel: 0141 331 3886 | Email: hello@GCUstudents.co.uk | Messenger: m.me/GCUstudents