What are students saying about contact time with teaching staff?

Students generally feel they do not have enough contact hours with lecturers, making learning and understanding the course material difficult. Many students express frustration at choosing between attending classes and working on coursework, as the contact hours are often insufficient to cover both. Humanities students appear to be particularly affected by this issue.

Students are voicing their concerns about the value they receive for the significant investment they make in their education. Many feel that the amount they pay does not align with the face-to-face teaching time they receive. For some, a mere 10 hours of class time per week is deemed insufficient. The desire for more frequent and longer tutorials, as well as increased interaction with lecturers, is a common sentiment.

Some students feel that the emphasis on independent study is too great, leaving them feeling like they are not in university. Others report contacting lecturers during office hours to get help with their studies. The lack of contact hours is seen as a major issue, with some students feeling that it is unfair and that they are not getting the education they paid for.

The limited contact hours also make it difficult for students to get feedback on their work and clarify misunderstandings. Some students report having to rely on asynchronous materials, such as online resources, which can be insufficient for their needs.

Students are clear about what they need to enhance their learning experience-more contact hours. They believe that this would not only provide better value for their money but also create more opportunities for them to interact with lecturers and peers. This, in turn, would enable them to receive more feedback and support on their studies.