Improving student experience
Find out more about our student surveys and how your insights make and shape change at Te Herenga Waka.
If you have a question, concern, or suggestion about student surveys, email studentsurvey@vuw.ac.nz.
Completing the survey
If you’re eligible to complete the survey, a link to the survey will be emailed to your preferred inbox. It will automatically be sent to your University email address, unless you have set up a redirect to a personal inbox.
All feedback you provide to us in the survey will be anonymous, and any identifying information will be removed.
We always have prizes to give away to thank students who complete the survey.
Student Voice—Getting Started
The Student Voice—Getting Started survey is open for one week at the start of Trimester 1 each year, and is sent to all new students.
We want you to tell us about your initial impressions of life on campus, as well as your enrolment and orientation experience.
Based on recent feedback, we will be working towards the following improvements:
- Communication—enhancing the clarity and accessibility of information.
- Support and accessibility—increasing responsiveness and inclusiveness in our support services.
- Orientation—making orientation sessions more informative and engaging.
- Engagement—creating more opportunities for you to get involved in university experiences.
Student Voice—Have Your Say
The Have Your Say survey is sent to all undergraduate and postgraduate students and is open for three weeks in Trimester 2.
This survey aims to capture your feelings on your university experience so far. It covers various aspects of student life, including academic experiences, services and space, technology, sustainability, and overall student wellbeing.
The results of this survey will be used to inform planning and initiatives related to student experience in 2025 and beyond.