Elections 2026

2026 Election Candidates Announced!

We’re delighted to announce the candidates for this year’s Students’ Association Elections! Firstly, a huge well done to all the candidates that have put themselves forward to represent the students of Edinburgh College for the next academic year. Each of the elected officers helps to build the student voice, create communities, advise and advocate for students. 

The Full-Time Officers begin their roles on 1st July and will remain in post for the full year. Click on the links below to meet the candidates and find out what their priorities for Edinburgh College students are.

Elections nominations closing this Friday!

We’re back from the February break with a big reminder: Elections Nominations close this Friday, 27th February at 10am. If you've got the passion to represent students at Edinburgh College and lead our Students’ Association, now is the time to submit your nomination!

Here’s a reminder of the different responsibilities of the Full-Time Officer roles.

Elections are coming soon!

The Students' Association is run by students who want to make a difference, have fun, and get paid while doing it! 

Elections season is coming up and we are looking for students who could be the next President, Vice President Activities, or Vice President Welfare. These three roles are the most important part of our organsiation. They keep us connected to students so that we can represent and advocate for you in the best possible way.

This year's officers, Adam, Sukinder and Mary are not running in the 2026 elections, which means there are three positions up for grabs:

Annual Elections

Edinburgh College Students’ Association is run by a team of elected student officers, who are up for election each year. All current Edinburgh College students who are over 16 are eligible to stand in the election and to vote using their student login. 

Why should I run?

EC Students’ Association represents students and works to defend, extend and promote students’ rights. Each of the elected officers helps to build student voice, create communities, advise and advocate for students. Each has a remit they work on:

Opening Hours

Granton Campus
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Mon: 10:00-16:00
Tue: 10:00-16:00
Wed: 10:00-16:00
Thu: 10:00-16:00
The front of Midlothian Campus
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Thu: 9:00-15:00
Milton Road campus
Day Time slot
Mon: 10:00-16:00
Tue: 10:00-16:00
Wed: 10:00-16:00
Sighthill Campus courtyard
Day Time slot
Mon: 10:00-16:00
Tue: 10:00-16:00
Wed: 10:00-16:00
Thu: 10:00-16:00
Fri: 10:00-16:00

Upcoming Events

Elections Day 1

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It's Elections Week! We'll be running polling stations on campus all week.

Elections Day 2

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It's Elections Week! We'll be running polling stations on campus all week.

Elections Day 3

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It's Elections Week! We'll be running polling stations on campus all week.

Elections Day 4

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It's Elections Week! We'll be running polling stations on campus all week.