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Students’ experiences help us understand what needs to change. We use surveys, focus groups, feedback and other research to identify the issues affecting students and build a stronger case for action.
Research into the Educational Experience
Every year we carry out research into the biggest issues facing you as students. Using this feedback to lobby for changes both within UCL and at a national level. Scroll down to see some of the highlights of our recent research and insight work, as well as some current opportunities to get involved and make sure that your voice is heard.
Reports Archive
- Representing your Academic Interests
Using extensive research from the National Student Survey, each February we publish recommendations based on student feedback, and progress on recommendations made during the previous year.
- Priorities for Education Reports
Published each May, the Priorities for Education reports consider the trends in student feedback on education during the academic year, delving deeper into the areas commented on most frequently, most negatively, and most positively
- Priorities for Wellbeing Reports
Published each May, the Priorities for Wellbeing reports outline the main issues that have affected student wellbeing during the academic year, considering various aspects of mental, social and physical wellbeing.
- What do Students Value Most?
Published each June, these reports highlight the best practice from nominations for our annual Student Choice Awards, showcasing what students have appreciated from UCL staff members within their university experience.
- Research into the Educational Experience
Alongside our annual reports, each year we conduct bespoke research exploring specific themes relevant to our students.
The Experiences of Transgender Students Accessing and Using The GEF 2025
Student Cost of Living Report 2023
Consultation Submissions
Each year, we respond to a number of consultations that impact students, representing the views of UCL students to stakeholders in London and beyond. We know that the student experience extends beyond the university's walls and so these consultations include everything from education policy and even city planning.
Consultations Archive
- Students' Union UCL External Consultation Responses
- TEF Consultation 2025
Budget Submission 2025
Response to the APPG on Students – Commission on Students in Higher Education 2025
Transforming Gordon Street (Camden Council Consultation) 2025
DCMS Consultation on "Game On: Community and School Sport Written Evidence" 2025 - Students' Union UCL Consultation Responses to UCL Policy
- Towards UCL’s Next Education Strategy Green Paper 2026
- Responses with Russell Group Students' Unions
- International student levy 2026
Treasury Committee’s student loans inquiry 2026