Looking for a paid work experience where you can meet new
people and make a real positive difference?
Why not nominate yourself to become a Student Officer!
The Student Elections is an annual election to elect the Student Officer Team that leads the Highlands & Islands Students’ Association (HISA).
HISA is led by twelve elected students, known as Student Officers. There are two types of Student Officer within HISA;
- Cross-Campus Officers; full-time roles that have a remit that cover the whole of UHI partnership.
- Local Officers; full-time or part-time roles that have a remit that cover a specific UHI academic partner.
Have you thought about nominating yourself to become a Student Officer?
Being a Student Officer is a great way to meet new people, make a difference, as well as develop your employability. As a Student Officer you will have the opportunity to….
- Meet new people across the Highlands and Islands. As an Officer you will have the chance to network and get more involved in both local and cross-campus activities and events taking place across the Highlands and Islands, including Societies, Sports Clubs, and Student Networks.
- To Improve the student experience at UHI. As an Officer you will be in a position to drive improvements to the student experience inside and outside the classroom, as well as ensure that HISA is campaigning on the matters that are most important to UHI students.
- Undertake a year’s funded work experience leading one of Scotland’s biggest Students’ Associations that will make you stand out to future employers. As an Officer you will get the opportunity to gain skills and experience in leading a campaigning membership charity whilst receiving a real living wage.
Interested in becoming a Student Officer? Want to find out more?
You can find out more information about the roles up for election, the elections process, and the support available to candidates by checking out the 2026 Student Elections Nominations pack here.
Nominations will close Noon (12:00) Thursday 19th February 2026.
