Student Voice
We believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of every student's voice. Your feedback, insights and ideas are crucial in shaping the future of our university.
At Salford, we believe that student voice is more than just a voice - it's a conversation. We are dedicated to listening, engaging, and responding to your feedback in all its forms. We are here to ensuring that every student's voice is heard and valued, helping turn your ideas into real and meaningful change. By keeping you informed and involved, we create a space for open dialogue improves our university.
Current opportunities to make a change
International Student Barometer survey
Are you an international student at Salford? Share your experiences in the International Student Barometer Survey by 16 December 2024 and be entered into a prize draw to win one of four £25 vouchers.
Student Travel Survey
Do you commute to campus? Share your travel experience in the Student Travel Survey by 16 December 2024 and be entered into a prize draw to win one of two iPads.
Student Perspectives Group (SPG)
Join the SPG, a selected community of students who influence major decisions at Salford. Participate in quizzes, discussions, and polls, and share your ideas on everything from campus life to sustainability. Not only can you make your voice heard, but you’ll also enhance your CV and win regular vouchers.
Together Let's Make Change
"Together Let's Make Change" is our commitment to build a welcoming and active community where your voice matters. By making yourself heard, you can lead meaningful improvements and lasting positive change at Salford. On this page discover how you can get involved, share your thoughts, and be the reason for change. Together, let's build a better, brighter, and more responsive University of Salford.
Ways to get involved
There are many ways to get involved. Whether it's through surveys, focus groups, or joining student communities, your feedback helps shape our university's future. Plus, you can earn rewards like prize draws and paid opportunities, making it even more rewarding to share your thoughts.
Participate in student surveys
Share your thoughts and experiences by taking part in student surveys. These surveys cover various aspects of university life, such as Welcome Week, campus facilities, and more. Keep an eye on your email for survey invitations and opportunities to win prizes for your participation.
Complete your Module Review Surveys
Let us know how your modules are going through Module Review Surveys. These surveys are your opportunity to tell us what's going well and what could be improved, helping to enhance the academic experience for everyone. You’ll receive an email inviting you to complete your Module Review Surveys towards the end of your modules.
Join the Student Perspectives Group (SPG)
SPG is a diverse community of current students who engage in research activities (including focus groups and workshops) to help improve the student experience. Members choose what they want to participate in and there are regular prize draws for members to win prizes.
Join focus groups and workshops
Join focus groups to explore specific issues or projects in more detail. Your feedback can lead to big improvements at the university.
Speak to your Student Voice officers
You may see our Student Voice officers in and around campus from time to time. They’ll be there to discuss various topics related to your experience, gathering your feedback, and ensuring your voice is heard in the university's decision-making process.
Become a Student Representative
Student Representatives are the people who represent your academic interests and can change and improve your life at Salford. Student Representatives are coordinated by the Students’ Union.
Complete the National Student Survey (NSS) – final year undergraduates
A nationally recognised annual survey of final year undergraduates in the UK, the NSS is administered by an independent market research agency. The NSS gives you a chance to provide honest anonymous feedback on your student experience, which will be used to improve the student experience at Salford.
The NSS runs from February to April each year, and you’ll receive an email inviting you to participate.
Postgraduate taught students
The Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) is a national survey from Advance Higher Education (HE) that invites postgraduate taught students to share their course experiences anonymously.
PTES covers teaching and learning, engagement, assessment and feedback, organisation and management, and skill development. The results are used both departmentally and institutionally to identify areas for celebration and areas to improve the student experience.
The survey runs from April to June each year and you’ll be invited to complete this via email. You’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win cash prizes once you’ve completed the survey.
Postgraduate research students
The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) is a national survey conducted by Advance HE that allows postgraduate research students to anonymously share their experiences in their programs.
The survey addresses topics like supervision, resources, research community, progress and assessment, skills, professional development, and wellbeing. Your feedback helps us identify what’s working well and where improvements are needed.
The survey is open from April to May each year, and you’ll receive an email invitation to participate. Completing the survey will also enter you into a prize draw for cash rewards.
Together we've changed
Together we've changed highlights the positive impact of student voices in shaping our university. Read our recent success stories where your feedback has led to real improvements across campus.
Contact us
For questions or feedback, please contact us or use the Have Your Say suggestion box.