Student surveys

Share your views on your university experience

Taking part in student experience surveys is a great way to tell us what you think about your time at university and create real change at Oxford Brookes University. Whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate, in your first year or final year, or a UK or international student, there’s a survey for you. 

We listen to all of your feedback and suggestions, which help us deliver the best possible experience for our current and future students - from academic initiatives and campus improvements to mental health and wellbeing support. And, by taking part, you will often have a chance of winning a prize.

On this page you can find out which surveys you are eligible for, and when and how you can take part.

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National Student Survey (NSS) 2025

Who is it for?

  • Final-year undergraduate students.

When is it open?

  • 8 January until 30 April 2025.

How can I take part?

In early February you will also receive an email with a personalised link to complete the survey from Ipsos, the research company that runs the NSS on behalf of the Office for Students.

What else do I need to know?

For every Oxford Brookes student who completes the NSS, the University will make a £3 donation split equally among three charities: Show Racism the Red Card, Micro Rainbow and IPSUM Swindon.

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Brookes Satisfaction Survey 2025

Who is it for?

  • First and second-year undergraduate students.

When is it open?

  • 5 March to 2 May 2025.

How can I take part?

Take the Brookes Satisfaction Survey online. If you are eligible, you will also receive an email inviting you to complete the survey.

What else do I need to know?

By completing the survey, you can be entered into a prize draw to win one of three £50 shopping vouchers.

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Postgraduate Research Experience Survey 2025

Who is it for?

  • Students undertaking postgraduate research degrees (such as master’s by research, MPhil, PhD or professional doctorate).

When is it open?

  • 19 March to 16 May 2025.

How can I take part?

Take the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey online. If you are eligible, you will also receive an email inviting you to complete the survey.

What else do I need to know?

By completing the survey, you can be entered into a prize draw to win £100.

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Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2025

Who is it for?

  • Students on taught postgraduate courses (such as taught master’s or postgraduate certificate/diploma).

When is it open?

  • 2 April to 13 June 2025.

How can I take part?

Take the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey online. If you are eligible, you will also receive an email inviting you to complete the survey.

What else do I need to know?

By completing the survey, you can be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 shopping vouchers.

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Your feedback makes a difference

Thanks to your feedback in surveys, together we have made positive changes to the student experience at Oxford Brookes, including:

  • making sure every student has an Academic Advisor, with timetabled meeting invitations and clear guidelines on how they will support you during your time at Oxford Brookes
  • advice and guidance on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) in your studies through a Moodle course and AI-themed events
  • clearer information on assessment marking criteria and when to expect feedback. Our Assessment and Feedback Policy states that assessment criteria will be made clear to you and that feedback will normally be given within three weeks
  • reduced waiting times for our Counselling Service. We have increased capacity and improved our processes, and the vast majority of low-risk students are now able to access the service via a triage telephone call within a week of returning assessment forms
  • upgraded Wi-Fi in University-owned halls of residence, including 24/7 support. A major project is under way to upgrade Wi-Fi on Headington Campus
  • working more closely with Brookes Union on its manifesto projects and enhancing student voice where we can
  • improving access to, as well as the range of, e-books and journals in our libraries
  • introducing an engagement and attendance process to support you in your studies
  • signposting our Student Support Services more clearly, including mental health and wellbeing support.
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