Aston University Achieves Over 80% Positivity in 2024 National Student Survey
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Aston University has achieved remarkable results in the 2024 National Student Survey (NSS), scoring over 80% for overall positivity. The university also excelled in specific areas, with scores of 87.1% for learning resources and 85.5% for academic support.
At the subject level, Aston University received outstanding scores for several disciplines, including optometry, biological sciences, chemistry, computer science with business, and construction project management, all of which achieved over 90% positivity.
The university also saw an improvement in the communication of mental wellbeing provisions, with a 3.6% increase in positivity compared to last year’s results.
The NSS collects students’ opinions on their course quality, helping prospective students make informed choices and providing valuable data for universities to enhance the student experience and ensure public accountability. This extensive survey asks final-year students in the UK about various aspects of their academic journey, including teaching quality, assessment and feedback, and course organization.
Juan Carlos Garcia Belza,
President of Aston Students’ Union, expressed satisfaction with the results, stating, “We are pleased to see a strong positivity score and we work really hard to ensure students’ voices shape the key decisions that affect students’ lives.”Professor Aleks Subic
Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Aston University, highlighted the significance of these results, saying, “I am pleased that Aston University has achieved a total positivity score of over 80% this year. This is an improvement on last year, with the trajectory moving towards our target of 85% and above in our 2030 strategy.”He added, “It reflects our commitment to providing our students with an excellent student experience and some of the best graduate outcomes in the country – our students are in the top 20 for median salary at both three and five years after graduation, and we are second in the UK for social mobility.”
Professor Subic
credited the dedication and commitment of the university staff and the collaboration with Aston Students’ Union for these achievements, emphasizing the importance of the NSS insights in continuously improving the student experience.“The insights gained through the NSS survey will help to inform our work to ensure that all our students continue to receive the highest quality education experience at Aston University and that they are ready for work and life when they graduate,” he concluded.
Conclusion:
Aston University’s impressive performance in the 2024 National Student Survey is a testament to its dedication to providing high-quality education and supporting its students’ wellbeing.
With its strong scores in learning resources, academic support, and specific subject areas, the university is an attractive option for prospective students. As the university continues to work towards its target of 85% and above in its 2030 strategy, it is clear that Aston University is committed to providing an excellent student experience that prepares its graduates for success in their future careers.
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