Edinburgh’s student leaders are encouraging all final year undergraduates to take part in this year’s National Student Survey, and to tell the truth when answering the questions.

The National Student Survey is used by over 170 universities across the UK, and has been recording the opinions of final year students for the last three years. Students are questioned on the quality of teaching and university facilities, social opportunities at university and about their future careers.

Talat Yaqoob, Vice President of Education and Welfare at Heriot-Watt Students Association is keen to make sure the survey is a success.

She said: “The National Student Survey is an excellent way for students to give their honest opinions about their university experience, by telling the university about the good and the bad, whether that’s about teaching, learning resources, or facilities, students have the opportunity to show universities where they need to improve.

“I hope final year undergrads fill in the survey and more importantly I hope universities across the UK use the results productively to improve the student experience.”

Josh MacAlister, President of Edinburgh University Students Association, agreed.

He said: “The National Student Survey gives final year students the chance to reflect on their time at Edinburgh University and let their views be heard. The results not only inform future students about studying at Edinburgh, they also direct the university and the Students’ Association to make the changes needed to improve the student experience.

“I’d urge all final year students to do the survey. It only takes a few minutes and for the results to be meaningful we need as many responses as possible!”

However, one Edinburgh University graduate told The Journal, “I couldn’t really be bothered with it, to be honest.”

The survey will continue to run until the end of February, with some institutions including incentives such as entry into a prize draw for students who complete the questionnaire early. The results of the survey are expected to be publicly available in September this year.