Quality and Institutional Insights Office
Student Engagement in Quality
DCU values the importance of ensuring the student voice is heard and the benefits of working in tandem to address issues or concerns raised in an effective and efficient manner.
With strong working relationships currently in place with the DCUSU Executive Team and the Office for Student Life (OSL), DCU is keen to progress these relationships through this Partnership Framework, which details a number of clear working streams to focus our efforts.
DCU recognises the importance of student representation, which is evident by already strong membership on University decision-making structures, and remains committed to supporting the advancement of student readiness for participation in these structures through the delivery of appropriate and effective training for all student representatives
Student Surveys
Student participation in surveys at both National and University level(s) provides valuable insight into the student experience and an opportunity to enhance the impact of their journey through third-level education.
- It is important that both the University continues to work in partnership with students, building on a culture that encourages survey participation, to inform enhancements to the student experience.
- Student engagement in national surveys like Studentsurvey.ie, as well as university level surveys, strengthens our understanding of student needs and expectations.
- Data gathered informs strategic change and highlights areas for quality improvement, all of which is widely shared with student reps and the broader student body.
- The Framework acknowledges the importance of the sharing of results of student surveys with students and staff, and aims to provide opportunities to demonstrate impact and enhancements as a result of student survey feedback.