DGHE Scores 14% Above the Sector Average in the 2025 National Student Survey

Posted on 04/08/25

We are delighted to share that David Game Higher Education (DGHE) has achieved an outstanding 97% overall positive rating in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS). That’s 14% higher than the UK higher education sector average. This year’s results reflect our continued commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, excellent student support, and a learning environment where every student feels heard and empowered.

The 2025 survey marks the 20th anniversary of the NSS, with more than 357,000 final-year students across 384 UK universities and colleges taking part. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of student feedback in shaping higher education.

What is the NSS?
The NSS is an annual national survey giving final-year undergraduate students across the UK the opportunity to share honest feedback about their experience of studying at their institution.

Key NSS Highlights at DGHE

Teaching on my course: 97.1% (10.2% above sector average)

Student support: 95.1% (7.3% above sector)

Student voice: 95.8% (18.4% above sector)

Students’ Union representation: 97.0% (21% above sector)

Mental wellbeing support: 99.0% (16.7% above sector)

Organisation and management: 98.2% (19.8% above sector)

Our results place DGHE well above sector averages in every theme; a reflection of the hard work of our academic staff, support teams, and the active involvement of our students.

Breaking Down the Results

Our students feel supported.
When asked “How well have teaching staff supported your learning?” students scored DGHE 95.1% positively. 7.3% above the sector average.

We provide excellent learning opportunities.
When asked “How well does your course provide opportunities to explore ideas and concepts in depth?” students scored DGHE 97.6% positively. 13.3% above the sector average.

Students value our feedback.
When asked “How often does feedback help you to improve your work?” students scored DGHE 95.4% positively. 14.5% above the sector average.

Our organisation and management are highly rated.
When asked “How well organised is your course?” students scored DGHE 98.2% positively. 19.8% above the sector average.

We provide excellent learning resources.
When asked “How well have learning resources supported your studies?” students scored DGHE 96.4% positively. 8.5% above the sector average.

We listen to our students.
When asked “How clear is it that students’ feedback on the course is acted on?” students scored DGHE 95.8% positively. 18.4% above the sector average.

Our Students’ Union is making an impact.
When asked “How well does the Students’ Union represent students’ academic interests?” students scored DGHE 97.0% positively. 21.0% above the sector average.

We support mental wellbeing.
When asked “How well communicated was information about your university/college’s mental wellbeing support services?” students scored DGHE 99.0% positively. 16.7% above the sector average.

We value freedom of expression.
When asked “To what extent do you feel free to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?” students scored DGHE 98.2% positively. 9.9% above the sector average.

“The 2025 NSS results present an exceptionally positive picture of student satisfaction across all areas, with significant increases from 2024. These outcomes highlight our students’ perceptions of their educational experience and reflect the dedication of our academic staff, investment in our learning environment, and our commitment to listening and responding to student feedback. I am so very grateful for everyone’s efforts and extremely proud to be part of this college.”

A Message from Paul Talan, DGHE Head of Centre

We’d like to thank every DGHE student who took part in this year’s survey.

Your feedback helps us improve and ensures DGHE remains a place where every student can thrive.