Our students are full of talent and promise, and here at ARU London we channel their focus, harness their energy and foster their self-belief, providing them with the tools they need to realise their potential.
We do this by developing and teaching a curriculum that is practical, sustainable and responsive. We encourage dynamic interactions between our students, lecturers and partner organisations; it’s those interactions that drive innovation, relevance and impact in the most complex areas of our society.
What matters is what our students achieve when they’re with us – and the positive change they bring to their world as graduates.
The National Student Survey (NSS)
The NSS, a vital instrument in gauging student contentment, evaluates a diverse range of aspects related to the academic journey. This year's survey, employing a standardised measurement across 27 questions answered by all UK undergraduates, delves into seven fundamental themes: teaching, learning opportunities, assessment and feedback, academic support, organisation and management, learning resources, and student voice.
Anglia Ruskin University London has once again proven its commitment to delivering an excellent student experience, as evidenced by the very impressive National Student Survey (NSS) results for 2025. We achieved a remarkable milestone, boasting an outstanding rating of 86.8% for overall positivity. This achievement is a testament to the colleagues’ great student-centred work. Huge thanks to the fantastic Team around the ARU London Student and to final year undergraduates who rated us so highly.
ARU London's performance in the NSS 2025 has been nothing short of outstanding, with impressive accomplishments in several categories:
- Exceptional learning opportunities: We scored an outstanding 88.7%, placing us in the top 10 of all mainstream UK universities! This highlights our commitment to academic excellence and a supportive learning environment that empowers students to thrive.
- Assessment and feedback: We scored 85.2%, which is 4.49% higher than the national average. This result reflects our ongoing dedication to providing clear, timely, and constructive feedback that supports student progress.
- Organisation and management: We scored 85.1%, which is 7.33% higher than the national average, placing us in the top 20 of all mainstream UK universities! This result reflects our dedication to delivering a well-structured, smoothly run academic experience that supports student success from start to finish.
- Teaching on my course: We scored 89%, placing us in the top 20 of all mainstream UK universities! This recognition highlights our academics' unwavering commitment to driving meaningful learning experiences.
- Academic Support: We achieved an impressive 88.3%, reflecting our strong commitment to providing students with the guidance, resources, and encouragement they need to succeed. Whether through accessible academic staff, dedicated support services or tailored learning resources, this result highlights how well our students feel supported throughout their academic journey.
- Student Voice: We scored 81%, placing us in the top 20 of all mainstream UK universities! This result reflects our commitment to listening to student feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment where every voice matters and contributes to continuous improvement.
Such exceptional achievements in these diverse categories showcase ARU London's dedication to creating an environment where every student thrives and flourishes. As a dynamic and forward-thinking institution, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of excellence, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of our students.
The National Student Survey (NSS) 2025 is an independent survey that gathers final-year undergraduate students' opinions on the quality of their courses.
*Based on questions 1-27.