AN airport style “check-in desk” has been set up at Warrington to encourage final year university students to take part in this year’s National Student Survey.
Students’ Union members have joined forces with the Learning and Teaching Institute to promote the survey, which definitively measures the quality of the teaching experience at each UK institution, gathering information directly from students.
Students Union vice-president at the Warrington Campus of Chester University, Olly Howard said: “We came up with the idea of having a bank of computers where students could complete the survey online, like those in an airport terminal, and the theme ‘took off’ from there. Students’ Union representatives will be wearing pilots’ uniforms and refreshments will be served.
“We have negotiated some fantastic prizes in a free draw, ranging from an exotic holiday worth up to £1,000, a weekend break for two or tickets to some of the UK’s main attractions to spray tan and travel books, which should attract students looking forward to a break after their exams.”
This year, about 2,400 students across a wide range of disciplines at the university are being invited to fill in the survey before April 30.
Anonymous submissions are then analysed by the independent market research agency Ipsos-MORI and the results, fed back to the university in September, can influence the choices made by potential students and lead to positive changes.
The survey seeks views on academic support received during studies, the organisation and management of each course and aspects such as personal development. It comprises 22 basic “tick-box” questions, taking about 10 minutes to complete.
For more information visit www.thestudentsurvey.com
Pictured at Warrington are students Gareth Dugan and Aaron Griffiths with Olly Howard.
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Disappointing that they have to be bribed to take part.