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)
ARU London has once again proven its commitment to delivering an exceptional educational experience, as evidenced by the remarkable results of the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024. With an unwavering focus on student satisfaction, ARU London has secured high rankings in multiple categories, further solidifying its position as a premier institution of learning.
We proudly achieved a remarkable milestone, boasting an impressive rating of 85.2% for overall positivity. This accomplishment is a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and thriving educational environment.
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 standardized measurement across 27 questions answered by all UK undergraduates, delves into seven fundamental themes: teaching, learning opportunities, assessment and feedback, academic support, organization and management, learning resources, and student voice.
ARU London's performance in the NSS 2024 has been nothing short of outstanding, with impressive accomplishments in several categories:
- Exceptional learning opportunities: When students were asked “To what extent does your course have the right balance of direct and independent study?”, ARU London scored an outstanding 87.4%, surpassing the average score of all higher education institutions by 9.43% as highlighted by the survey.
- Assessment and feedback: When asked “How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?”, ARU London scored 88.95%, which is 7.20% higher than the national average.
- Organisation and management: When asked “How well organised is your course?”, we scored 84.24%, which is 10.7% higher than the national average.
- Engaging Teaching:When asked “How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?” ARU London scored 87.6% which is 6.64% higher than the national average. This recognition highlights our educators' unwavering commitment to igniting curiosity and driving meaningful learning experiences.
- Great Student Voice and Wellbeing: When asked “How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?” we scored 74.51%, which is 10.38% higher than the national average.
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) 2024 is an independent survey that gathers final-year undergraduate students' opinions on the quality of their courses.
*Based on questions 1-27.