Elections at the Faculty of Psychology
Here you will find information about all elections held at the Faculty of Psychology.
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Important dates
Nomination Deadlines:
- Election of Dean: March 28 at 12:00
- Department Head Election: April 25 at 12:00
- Election to the Faculty Board: April 25 at 12:00
- Election to the Institute Council: April 25 at 12:00
Election Periods (for electronic elections):
- Election of Dean: May 12 at 09:00 to May 18 at 12:00
- Department Head Election: May 19 at 09:00 to May 25 at 12:00
- Election to the Faculty Board: May 27 at 09:00 to June 2 at 12:00 (possible election in the Faculty Board as the electoral assembly on June 12)
- Election to the Institute Council: May 27 at 09:00 to June 2 at 12:00
Election of Dean
In the spring of 2025, there will be an election for the dean at the faculty.
A dean and a vice-dean will be elected for the period 01.08.2025-31.07.2029.
Eligible candidates for dean and vice-dean are all permanent employees in teaching and research positions, as well as institute heads appointed for a fixed term.
Election form, method, and period
The election will be held as a majority vote. If more than two proposals for dean and vice-dean are received, the election will be held as a preferential vote. Votes will be counted separately for the following two groups and weighted as follows: 1. Employees 75%, 2. Students 25%.
The election will be held electronically, unless only one person is proposed for the position of dean or vice-dean. In that case, the outgoing faculty board will conduct the election as the electoral assembly.
Dates for electronic voting: 12.05. 09:00 to 18.05. 12:00.
In the election, votes will be cast for both proposed candidates (dean and vice-dean) together.
How to submit proposals
For a proposal to be valid, the following requirements apply:
- The proposal must include both a dean and a vice-dean candidate.
- The proposal must be in writing and clearly state who the proposers are.
- The proposal can have up to 5 proposers, but at least 3 eligible faculty employees and/or students.*
- No one can sign more than one proposal.
- A proposer cannot propose themselves as a candidate.
- The proposal must be received by the election committee by the deadline 28.03. at 12:00.
- Proposals should be sent by email to the faculty’s election committee.
*It is sufficient for one of the proposers to submit the proposal. The election committee will request confirmation by email from the other proposers afterwards.
Candidates
Here you will find an overview of candidates for the election of dean and vice-dean for the period…
Election of Department Head
In the spring of 2025, there will be elections for Department head at three of our departments.
| Department | Nomination process and candidates | Nomination deadline | Voting period |
Department of Clinical Psychology (IKP) | Read about the nomination process here. | 25.april kl.12:00 | 19. mai kl.09:00 til 25.mai kl.12:00 |
| Department of Education (IPED) | Read about the nomination process here. | 25.april kl.12:00 | 19. mai kl.09:00 til 25.mai kl.12:00 |
Department of Health Promotion and Development (HEMIL) | Read about the nomination process here. | 25.april kl.12:00 | 19. mai kl.09:00 til 25.mai kl.12:00 |
Election of the Faculty Board
In the spring of 2025, elections will be held for all voting groups. Group A and C will be elected for the term 01.08.2025-31.07.2029. Group B and D will be elected for the term 01.08.2025-31.07.2026.
For the faculty board, the following will be elected:
- Four members and at least two deputy members from and among Group A (representatives of permanent employees in teaching and research positions)
- One member and at least two deputy members from and among Group B (representatives of temporary employees in teaching and research positions)
- One member and at least two deputy members from and among Group C (representatives of technical and administrative staff)
- Three members and at least two deputy members from and among Group D (students)
Election form, method, and period
The election will be held as a preferential vote.
Electronic elections will be held for all groups, unless a group has only proposed as many candidates as the number of members and deputy members to be elected, and it is clear from the proposal who is proposed as members and deputy members. In such a case, the election will be conducted by the outgoing faculty board as the electoral assembly.
Election period for electronic voting: May 27 at 09:00 to June 2 at 12:00 (possible election in the faculty board as the electoral assembly on June 12).
There will be separate elections for groups A, B, C, and D, but they will be held simultaneously.
How to submit proposals?
To be valid, a proposal must meet these requirements:
- The proposal must be in writing and clearly state who the proposer(s) are. Use the proposal form to propose candidates.*
- A proposal for a candidate to a governing body must be submitted by at least the same number of proposers as the number of candidates the proposal contains.
- The proposer must have the right to vote in an election to have the right to propose a candidate for the same election (groups A, B, C and D each constitute their own constituency).
- No proposer can sign more than one proposal.
- A proposer cannot propose themselves as a candidate.
- The proposed candidates must be eligible (see § 8 Eligibility and the right to request exemption in UiB’s election regulations).
- If a candidate who can request exemption from the election is proposed, the proposal must be accompanied by written consent from the candidate.
- The proposal must be received by the election committee by the deadline of April 25 at 12:00.
*If there are multiple proposers, it is sufficient for one of the proposers to submit the proposal. The other proposers will be informed about the submitted proposal.
| Group | Candidates | Nomination deadline | Voting period |
| Group A,B,C | 25 April, 12:00 | 27 May, 09:00 to 2 June,12:00 | |
| Group D | 25 April, 12:00 | 27 May, 09:00 to 2 June,12:00 |
It is important to note that a proposal MUST be signed by at least the same number of proposers as the number of candidates the proposal contains.
Election of the Department Councils
In the spring of 2025, elections will be held for all voting groups. Group A and C will be elected for the term 01.08.2025-31.07.2029. Group B and D will be elected for the term 01.08.2025-31.07.2026.
For the five institute councils, the following will be elected:
- Three members and at least two deputies from and among Group A (representatives of permanent employees in teaching and research positions)
- One member and at least two deputies from and among Group B (representatives of temporary employees in teaching and research positions)
- One member and at least two deputies from and among Group C (representatives of technical and administrative staff)
- Two members and at least two deputies from and among Group D (students)
Election form, method, and period
The election will be held as a preferential vote.
Electronic elections will be held for all voting groups, unless a group has only proposed as many candidates as the number to be elected as members and deputies, and the proposal specifies who is proposed as members and deputies. In such a case, the election will be conducted by the outgoing institute council as the electoral assembly.
Election period for electronic voting: May 27 at 09:00 to June 2 at 12:00
There will be separate elections for Group A, B, C, and D, but they will be held simultaneously.
How to submit proposals?
For a proposal to be valid, the following requirements apply:
- The proposal must be in writing and clearly state who the proposer(s) are. Use the proposal form to propose candidates.*
- A proposal for a candidate to a governing body must be submitted by at least the same number of proposers as the number of candidates the proposal contains.
- The proposer must have the right to vote in an election to have the right to propose a candidate for the same election (Groups A, B, C and D each constitute their own constituency).
- No proposer can sign more than one proposal.
- A proposer cannot propose themselves as a candidate.
- The proposed candidates must be eligible (see § 8. Eligibility and the right to request exemption in UiB’s election regulations).
- If a candidate who can request exemption from the election is proposed, the proposal must be accompanied by written consent from the candidate.
- The proposal must be received by the election committee by the deadline of April 25 at 12:00.
*If there are multiple proposers, it is sufficient for one of the proposers to submit the proposal. The other proposers will be informed about the submitted proposal.
It is important to note that a proposal MUST be signed by at least the same number of proposers as the number of candidates the proposal contains.
Candidates
Read more about the candidates at the various departments here.
Election results
Election of Dean and Vice Dean
Election of Head of Department
Election to the Department Council
Department of Social Psychology (ISP):
Department of Biological and Medical Psychology (IBMP):
Department of Health, Environment and Equality (HEMIL):
Department of Education (IPED):
Department of Clinical Psychology (IKP):
Election to the Faculty Board
Group A:
Group B:
Group C:
Group D:
Regulations
Reference is also made to the election regulations for the university, which provide rules on elections within the organization.
FAQ
How do I propose candidates?
Use the proposal form to propose candidates, or send/deliver proposals to the election committee at the Faculty of Psychology via the election secretary.
For a proposal to be valid, the following requirements apply:
- The proposal must be in writing (the proposal form should be used).
- It must be signed* by at least the same number of proposers as the number of candidates the proposal contains.
- The proposer must meet the criteria for voting rights.
- No one can sign more than one proposal.
- The proposed candidates must be eligible.
- A proposer cannot propose themselves as a candidate.
- If a candidate who can request exemption from the election is proposed, the proposal must be accompanied by written consent from the candidate.
- The proposal must be submitted within the proposal deadline.
*If there are multiple proposers, it is sufficient for one of the proposers to submit the proposal. The election committee will request confirmation by email from the other proposers afterwards.
Can I hold multiple positions simultaneously?
There are no rules preventing employees and students from holding multiple positions simultaneously, but it is important to be aware of conflicts of interest if you do so. You must know your role in the various committees and councils.
Can all students run for election?
Yes, all students can run for election as long as they have an active study right at the faculty and are listed in the electoral register. You can easily check if you are listed in the electoral register here.
What is the nomination committee?
According to the regulations, a nomination committee must be appointed for all elections to be held. This means that all departments undergoing elections for the department council must have a nomination committee each. In addition, a nomination committee will be appointed for the faculty board, which applies to all groups elected to the faculty board. Nomination committees are also appointed for dean and head of department elections.
The nomination committees are confirmer by the faculty board.
Can I request an exemption?
Anyone who has held a position can request an exemption from re-election to this position for the same length of time they have served in the position.
A deputy member who has served as a member for at least half of the election period can request an exemption from re-election.
When significant work-related or welfare reasons justify it, the election committee may, upon application, exempt a proposed candidate from standing for election.
Students can request an exemption from the election. If a student has accepted an election, they are obliged to serve in the position.
Election Committee
- The Election Committee facilitates and is responsible for elections at the faculty.
- The Election Committee makes all decisions not assigned to another body in connection with the elections.
- Contact the Election Committee.
Faculty Board
- The Faculty Board is the highest governing body at the Faculty of Psychology.
- The Faculty Board meets approximately 7 times a year.
- The meeting place is the boardroom on the 3rd floor, Christies gate 12, and the meeting time is Thursdays at 09:00, unless otherwise stated.
Department Councils
- The Department Councils makes decisions on matters on behalf of the department and consists of representatives for employees and students at the department.
- The term of office is 4 years, except for members elected for Group B and D, who are elected for one year, according to the election regulations.
Electronic Voting
- The University of Bergen uses the eValg system for conducting electronic elections.
- The election is set up by the central election committee, and as long as you are listed in the electoral register, you can easily cast your vote in the elections.
- You can find the link to eValg here.
