In a year where the survey’s national benchmarks have become tougher to exceed, WCUC students have rated their experience above benchmark in 24 out of 34 questions and themes, serving as a strong endorsement of the teaching, support and opportunities on offer.
Some standout highlights include:
● 98.6% of students say their teaching staff are good at explaining things (Q01)
● 98.6% feel their course challenges them to achieve their best work, more than 10% above benchmark (Q04)
● 95.9% have been able to bring together ideas from different topics - over 11% above benchmark (Q07)
● Feedback that improves their work is 12.8% above the benchmark (Q14)
● Support from teaching staff was rated at 98.6% positive, and 10.3% above the benchmark (Q16)
● Communication around mental wellbeing services is 13.2% above benchmark (Q26)
These results place WCUC’s teaching and student experience firmly above average when compared to other providers across the country, reinforcing its reputation for delivering high-quality higher education in a supportive and accessible community college setting.
Guy Thomas, Dean of Higher Education at WCUC, said:
“We’re incredibly proud of these results, and even more so because they represent the voices of our students. Our teaching teams work tirelessly to create an environment where learners can grow academically and personally, and these NSS outcomes show that students really value the support, challenge and quality of experience they receive here at WCUC.”
It’s not too late to apply
Whether you’re still weighing up your options or haven’t applied yet for a degree starting this September, WCUC still has places available. Their dedicated Clearing Hotline can be reached on 0330 135 6840, and opens at 8.30 am on Thursday 14 August.
