New College Durham's University Centre Programmes Shine in Latest NSS Results
The 2023 National Student Survey (NSS) results are in, and they highlight the exceptional quality of education and support provided by New College Durham. The survey, conducted annually, gathers feedback from students across the country to evaluate various aspects of their university experience. New College Durham's University Centre survey results showcase their commitment to delivering top-notch education and fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Teaching Excellence Sets New Heights
New College Durham's teaching staff have proven their dedication and proficiency, with an impressive 89.6% of students expressing satisfaction with the teaching on their programmes. This score stands at 4.72 points above the sector average, underscoring the institution's commitment to delivering exceptional educational experiences.
The NSS results further illustrate the excellent teaching standards:
- Explaining Complex Concepts: 92.9% of students lauded the teaching staff's ability to explain complex subjects effectively, surpassing the sector average by a significant 2.25 points.
- Engagement in Learning: 89.24% of students highlighted the teaching staff's prowess in making subjects engaging, a remarkable 8.76 points above the sector average.
- Challenging Excellence: 89.8% of students felt that their courses consistently challenged them to achieve their best work, surpassing the sector average by an impressive 5.6 points.
Learning Opportunities Abound
New College Durham's commitment to providing enriching learning opportunities is evident in the NSS results:
- Building on Knowledge: An exceptional 90.2% of students appreciated how well their courses introduced new subjects and skills while building upon existing knowledge, 6.23 points above the sector average.
- Balanced Study Approach: 88.2% of students found the right balance between directed and independent study in their courses, 11.98 points above the sector average.
- Future-Ready Skills: 90.91% of students felt their courses developed the knowledge and skills necessary for their future, surpassing the sector average by 9.25 points.
Efficient Organisation and Management
While maintaining high standards across the board, New College Durham continues to improve its organisation and management:
- Well-Organised Courses: 81.51% of students found their courses well-organised, exceeding the sector average by 8.93 points.
- Effective Communication: 84.6% of students commended the clear communication of any changes to their course, surpassing the sector average by an impressive 10.01 points.
Empowering Student Voice
New College Durham's commitment to amplifying student voices is also evident in the NSS results:
- Effective Student Representation: 82.77% of students believed their students' union effectively represented their academic interests, surpassing the sector average by an impressive 10.88 points.
Exceptional Placements
The NSS results showcase New College Durham's success in providing exceptional placement experiences:
- Preparation for Placements: A perfect score of 100% of students received sufficient preparatory information prior to their placements, surpassing the sector average by a substantial 34.55 points.
- Suitable Placements: Another perfect score of 100% of students were allocated placements suitable for their courses, exceeding the sector average by 14.19 points.
- Holistic Understanding: A perfect 100% of students felt their practice supervisors understood how placements related to their broader course requirements, surpassing the sector average by an impressive 23.44 points.
Join New College Durham Today
As the latest NSS results demonstrate, New College Durham's University Centre programmes offer an exceptional educational experience, emphasizing high-quality teaching, enriching learning opportunities, effective organisation, and robust student support. Whether you're interested in Visual Arts, Podiatry, Business & Management, Supporting Innovation in Health & Social Care, Maintenance Engineering, or Social Work, New College Durham continues to provide outstanding programmes that prepare students for a successful future.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of this outstanding educational journey. Enrol at New College Durham today and experience the excellence for yourself. Places are still available for September admission.
For more information and to apply, check out the courses on offer here: https://www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk/courses