Announcement
Would you like to actively advocate for the student body, help shape university politics, or contribute creative ideas to the student self-government? Then get involved in the Student Council at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg!
For the current legislative period 2025/26, several vacant positions will be filled through a by-election. Participation in the Student Council is voluntary. However, a monthly expense allowance of up to €150 is paid for the work. This generally has no impact on BAföG or health insurance.
The Student Council (StuRa) is the highest executive body of student self-governance at BTU. It represents the interests of students vis-à-vis the university, politicians, and the public. In addition to department-specific tasks, the representatives work together in regular meetings on current issues and projects affecting the student body.
Open Positions
The following positions are currently open:
- Department of University Policy (HoPo) – 1 position
- Department of Public Relations and Communications (ÖArbeit) – 2 positions
- Department of Diversity and Social Affairs (DS) – 1 position
Application Period
The application period runs from May 21, 2026, to June 15, 2026 .
To apply online, please use this application form .
Please send your complete application materials to:
Alternatively, you may submit your application in person at the Student Council office.
Required Information for the Application
The application must include the following information:
- First and last name
- Degree program
- Address
- Date of birth
- Phone number and/or email address
- Signature
- Current proof of enrollment
Alternatively, the student ID number or BTU email address may be provided to verify student status.
The following may also be submitted (optional):
- Resume
- Letter of motivation
Note: Letters of motivation that are obviously generated by AI are not welcome and may be viewed negatively during the evaluation of the application.
Please note that each person may apply for only one position within a department .
Further information regarding the announcement can be found in the announcement PDF.
How does the election work?
The Student Council is elected by the Student Parliament, which in turn is generally elected annually by the entire student body.
The election takes place during regular sessions of the Student Parliament. The individual departments are addressed one after another and elected separately.
Before the election, each candidate will have the opportunity to introduce themselves in person and outline their motivation, qualifications, and goals. Members of Parliament may then ask the candidates questions.
In-person attendance at the meeting is not mandatory. Candidates may also present their motivation through other means. However, in-person presentations are strongly encouraged.
The election will then take place via a secret ballot in the Student Parliament. The results will subsequently be publicly announced to the university.
Since there are several vacancies to be filled, the election is expected to take place over the course of several parliamentary sessions. Candidates are not required to be present throughout the entire election process; however, participation in the respective candidate presentation session is recommended.
The elections are expected to take place between June 30 and July 7, 2026 . The exact dates for the individual department elections will be announced in due course.