University of Portsmouth Students' Union

The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student: Students are heard, students are empowered, students thrive.

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Student Elections!

Current Elections

2026 Student Elections

Starts on 16 March 2026

4 Positions

Election information

2026 Pool Society EGM

Starts on 26 January 2026

2 Positions

Pool Society

Election information

Please see our notice of Elections here:

Elections Notices - PDF File.

Want to know more?

Want to know more? Help is only an email away. If you're unsure about any aspect of this year's elections, want to get involved yourself, or you need some more information about the process, email elections@upsu.net and a member of the elections team will get back to you.

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The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University.