University elections
Elected student and staff representatives on Deakin’s governing bodies helps the University to be the best it can be and provides valuable learning and professional development opportunities.
Get involved
Deakin is defined by the people who make up our University community. We are inclusive and value diversity. We understand the importance of having a diversity of people and views represented on our decision-making bodies and we encourage all students and staff to consider standing for election to the University Council, Committees and Boards.
Student and staff representation
Student and staff elected positions form part of University Council, Academic Board and Faculty Boards memberships. Elected representatives contribute to setting strategic directions and upholding quality and standards of the University. Elected representatives have an equal voice and contribute to good governance. Being at the heart of decision-making allows elected representatives to have a positive influence on the quality of teaching and research at Deakin.
2026 key dates
In 2026, elections are being run for students and staff for every decision-making body. Further information about vacant positions and how to get involved can be found in the SharePoint links below (student and staff access only).
Monday 29 June | Notice of elections |
Monday 27 July (9am) | Nominations open |
Friday 7 August (5pm) | Nominations close |
By Friday 21 August | Declaration of nominations and Notice of poll, if required |
Monday 31 August | Polls open |
Friday 11 September (5pm) | Poll closes |
Monday 14 – Friday 18 September | Votes counted |
By Monday 21 September | Declaration of elections |
Student elections
| Decision-making body and election information | Vacant positions (commencing 2027) | Contact for more information |
|---|---|---|
| University Council elections | 1 x student (any level) | council-secretary@deakin.edu.au |
| Academic Board elections | 1 x postgraduate coursework student | ab-elections@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Arts and Education elections | 1 x undergraduate student | artsedfb@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Business and Law elections |
1 x undergraduate student 1 x graduate research student | bl-facultyboard@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Health elections |
1 x graduate research student 1 x international student | health-committees@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment elections | 1 x postgraduate coursework student 1 x graduate research student | sebe-facultyboard@deakin.edu.au |
Staff elections
| Decision-making body and election information | Vacant positions (commencing 2027) | Contact for more information |
|---|---|---|
| University Council elections | 1 x staff (any area) | council-secretary@deakin.edu.au |
| Academic Board elections | 1 x Academic Board Chair 8 x professors 6 x academic staff 1 x professional staff | ab-elections@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Arts and Education elections | 1 x academic staff | artsedfb@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Business and Law elections | No staff vacancies | bl-facultyboard@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Health elections | 2 x academic staff, including 1 professor | health-committees@deakin.edu.au |
| Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment elections | 1 x academic staff | sebe-facultyboard@deakin.edu.au |
| UniSuper Consultative Committee elections | 1 x academic staff | council-secretary@deakin.edu.au |
Elections information
Participation, fairness and transparency are vital to any democratic process. Deakin University carries out its elections with these values in mind to ensure you are involved, treated impartially and informed.
Elections at Deakin are conducted electronically and in accordance with the University's Elections Policy.
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