Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF) - Guidance for Elections - sparqs

This guidance has been developed to support institutions and students’ associations prepare for upcoming officer elections, to help ensure that candidates fully understand the evolving quality landscape and the responsibilities they are likely to undertake if elected.

It is designed for students’ association staff involved in designing election materials and supporting prospective candidates; as well as institutional staff who oversee or contribute to student engagement and quality processes.  Consequently, prospective student officers will benefit through clearer, more accurate role descriptions and expectations.

Whether you support elections directly or contribute to quality assurance more broadly, this guide provides clarity on how the new framework affects elected roles.

For further information, please contact: 

• Name: Amy Monks
• Role: Development Consultant
• Email: amy.monks@sparqs.ac.uk 
• Phone: 07513 712586
   

(February 2026) 

NB: this guidance was initially published on 4th February but was updated on 17th February. 

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