Student surveys

All the data we gather is used to shape future decisions about the full spectrum of areas that make up the student experience.

We analyse the results from the surveys and make recommendations for change based on the findings. Some of the findings may prompt further research so we can gain more of an understanding of how students feel about particular issues.

Data from many of our surveys can be viewed by staff and students on the Insights Hub:

National Student Survey (NSS)

This annual survey gives final year undergraduates the opportunity to comment on all aspects of your higher education experience.

Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)

The annual Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey is the chance for taught postgraduates to give feedback on their experiences of learning and teaching at the University.

Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES)

The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) runs every two years from March to May and is a chance for research postgraduates to feed back on their experience.

Data and privacy

The data we gather is analysed and reported within the University to help us make changes or inform additional research.

Surveys running in 2026/27

If you have any questions regarding these surveys, please contact student.analytics@ed.ac.uk.

DateSurvey
5 October to 26 OctoberHave Your Say on... Semester One so far
19 October to 6 NovemberResearch Cultures Survey (postgraduate research students)
9 November to 7 DecemberStudents’ Association Annual Members’ Survey
February to AprilNational Student Survey (final year undergraduate students)
March to JunePostgraduate Taught Experience Survey 
March to MayPostgraduate Research Experience Survey 

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