Blog archive — Page 7 | Student Voice AI

University of York and Student Voice AI logos

Announcement

University of York accesses Student Voice AI free-text analysis through evasys

The University of York will access free-text comments categorised and analysed by Student Voice AI through the integration with evasys.

By Dr Stuart Grey Jul 22, 2026

Abertay University and Student Voice AI logos

Announcement

Abertay University selects Student Voice AI for NSS 2026

Abertay University has selected the full Student Voice AI NSS 2026 service to turn open-text responses into structured, benchmarked evidence for quality enhancement.

By Dr Stuart Grey Jul 22, 2026

University of Buckingham and Student Voice AI logos

Announcement

University of Buckingham accesses Student Voice AI analysis of free-text comments through evasys

The University of Buckingham will access free-text comments categorised and analysed by Student Voice AI through the integration with evasys.

By Dr Stuart Grey Jul 22, 2026

Sheffield Hallam guidance on module evaluation questionnaires and a course-level teaching evaluation abstract

Sector Watch

Sheffield Hallam's module evaluation reset shows why local student voice still needs governance

Hallam's guidance sets out local student voice activity for 2026/27. A conference abstract reports low survey participation; outcomes of the new approach remain untested here.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing teacher care, classroom interaction, and student engagement in higher education

Research Briefing

Teacher care and student engagement

A mixed-methods study combines interviews and a survey of 3,819 undergraduates in China to examine teacher care and student engagement.

By Student Voice AI Sep 10, 2026

Abstract illustration representing university student loneliness, transition, and social connection

Research Briefing

Irish students describe loneliness through transition and connection

A qualitative study of 19 students in Ireland explores loneliness, social comparison and meaningful connection. It does not estimate prevalence or validate risk prediction.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Office for Students NSS student characteristics data page showing 2026 notes on provider typologies and missing characteristics

Sector Watch

OfS NSS student characteristics data adds provider typologies, but key equity splits are missing

OfS's NSS student characteristics data adds provider typologies for 2026, but missing equity-related splits mean universities need caution in subgroup analysis.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

University of Reading news page on NSS 2026 results and feedback-led course changes

Sector Watch

Reading links NSS 2026 gains with course and calendar redesign

Reading reports NSS gains after course and calendar changes. Its account connects feedback with redesign, without establishing which changes caused the gains.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing students' transition to university, with social, academic, and emotional pressures unfolding at once

Research Briefing

Student transition narratives connect social, academic and emotional experience

Walker and colleagues analysed 330 short transition narratives collected before COVID-19, highlighting social, academic and emotional themes without testing retention interventions.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

UCL Teaching and Learning page on the university's 2026 National Student Survey results

Sector Watch

UCL reports NSS gains alongside a weaker score for visible feedback action

UCL reports gains across all seven NSS themes, while its feedback-to-change score declined slightly. Its response includes departmental comment analysis.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing students using AI in assessment, learner agency, and reflective judgement in higher education

Research Briefing

UK case studies examine learner agency in student–AI interaction

O’Dea and colleagues examine AI use in assessment through learner agency. This briefing is limited to verified publication details and the lead author’s public account.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration of a higher education student gaining confidence through flexible assessment choices

Research Briefing

Flexible assessment and confidence: a Level 6 case study

Students in one Level 6 top-up programme described confidence and motivation after a flexible task. The reflective case study gives no sample size or statistical grade comparison.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

QAA pages on its CBHE transitions report and student-staff partnership findings

Sector Watch

QAA's CBHE transitions report says student-staff partnership can sharpen feedback practice

QAA's new CBHE transitions report describes reported benefits of student-staff dialogue in five colleges, with assessment expectations and feedback engagement among the themes.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing student experiences of decolonisation, belonging, and cultural safety in higher education

Research Briefing

Decolonisation and student experience: evidence from an Otago project

An Otago project report describes 68 students’ experiences of Te Tiriti partnership and decolonisation. The related 2026 journal article could not be read during this review.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration of students, stacked books, and a reviewer with a magnifying glass representing scrutiny of NSS 2026 results

Sector Watch

OfS NSS 2026 quality update says small-cohort results need more caution

OfS's NSS 2026 quality update says universities should read uncertainty flags, response rates, and missing benchmarks more carefully before acting.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing student representatives, quality assurance meetings, and course evaluation evidence in higher education

Research Briefing

Swedish study examines student representation in quality assurance

Interviews explore student participation in Swedish university quality assurance, including preparation, peer representation, training and institutional support.

By Student Voice AI Sep 10, 2026

Abstract illustration representing accent bias and fairness in student evaluations of teaching

Research Briefing

Accent bias in evaluations despite no detected learning difference

Two laboratory experiments found less favourable ratings for a Mandarin-accented instructor. An awareness prompt had mixed results; no significant learning difference does not prove equal learning.

By Student Voice AI Sep 10, 2026

QAA Connect 2026 news page discussing NSS results, student engagement, and participation barriers

Sector Watch

QAA says NSS 2026 should drive internal student voice action, not just league tables

QAA's 9 July 2026 NSS discussion says universities should use student voice evidence internally, while tackling participation costs and part-time gaps.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Office for Students press release and consultation outcomes on changes to further education college regulation in England

Sector Watch

OfS changes further education colleges regulation, and why student feedback evidence still matters

OfS has removed duplicated registration conditions for English further education colleges, while retaining quality expectations and existing DfE oversight for the eligible statutory FE sector.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

QAA announcement on short-cycle course guidance and HTQ-readiness resources ahead of the LLE launch

Sector Watch

QAA publishes short-cycle and Higher Technical Qualification resources

QAA's July announcement introduces short-cycle qualification guidance and an HTQ-readiness Toolkit. Feedback timing should fit the actual course design.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Advance HE pages on AI-era assessment and feedback and the 2026 assessment and feedback case study compendium

Sector Watch

Advance HE conference explores learner-centred assessment in the AI era

Advance HE's conference account reports Cath Ellis's call to centre learner capability, alongside workshops on AI learning design and evaluative conversations.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

QAA news and policy pages about AI assessment, inconsistent practice, and student experience in higher education

Sector Watch

QAA's AI assessment report says inconsistent practice is now a student experience risk

QAA's July 2026 AI assessment report says uneven policy and practice are confusing students, pushing universities to evidence clearer guidance and action.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Abstract illustration representing sexual violence survey evidence, student safety, and institutional response in higher education

Research Briefing

Sexual violence surveys should measure institutional response, not just prevalence

The OUR SPACE survey links experiences of sexual violence with perceptions of institutional response. Its 4% response rate and single-institution design require caution.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026

Office for Students pages announcing NSS 2026 results and updated National Student Survey guidance

Sector Watch

NSS 2026 results rise on student voice, but disabled student gaps still need action

OfS's NSS 2026 results show higher positivity on teaching and student voice, but disabled student gaps and weaker local follow-through still demand action.

By Student Voice AI Sep 07, 2026