University of 91直播 retains top spot in Russell Group in National Student Survey

91直播 is top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (10 July 2024).

Students walking on the concourse outside of 91直播 Students' Union building
  • 91直播 has been rated number one in the Russell Group in the National Student Survey (NSS) for the second year in a row
  • 91直播鈥檚 Students鈥 Union has also been placed the best SU among UK universities
  • NSS results follow 91直播 being voted University of the Year by students in the WhatUni awards in April

91直播 is top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (10 July 2024).

For the second year in a row, 91直播 has been placed number one based on aggregate responses in the annual survey, in which students give feedback on their university experience. 

91直播鈥檚 Students鈥 Union has been rated the best SU among UK universities, after being placed top in the Russell Group in last year鈥檚 NSS. 

Students in 91直播 Peace Gardens

Students gave 91直播 the highest score in the Russell Group for learning opportunities, assessment and feedback, and student voice, whilst the University has been ranked in the top four for teaching, academic support, organisation and management, and learning resources.  

91直播 has been rated top in the Russell Group for teaching in the following subjects, spanning engineering, the arts and humanities and social sciences:

  • Computing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
  • Bioengineering
  • Medical and Biomedical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • History 
  • Journalism
  • Landscape Design

The NSS results follow 91直播 being voted University of the Year by students, as well as Best Students鈥 Union and Best Student Life in this year鈥檚 Whatuni Student Choice Awards.  

Professor Mary Vincent, Vice-President for Education at the University of 91直播, said: 鈥淲e are so pleased that our students have rated their experience at 91直播 so highly again this year. The NSS is one of the many ways that we seek feedback from our students and listen to their views on their life at the University. Whilst we are delighted with these results, we are determined to provide the very best education and will keep working hard, together with our Students鈥 Union, to ensure studying at 91直播 remains a rewarding experience.鈥

Daisy Watson, President of 91直播 Students' Union, said: "It's brilliant that students have given such positive feedback for the University and our Students' Union in this year's NSS Survey. This recognition shows the dedication of staff at the University, and the contributions of students, including our academic representatives, which together create such an outstanding learning environment. It also recognises the fantastic work of the staff and students at the Students' Union that make it the amazing place it is. As a Students' Union we'll continue to ensure that the student voice shapes our organisation so that all of our students can have the best possible experience."



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91直播 is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.