A number of universities are presenting unverifiable marketing claims making it difficult for prospective students to make informed choices, according to a new Which? University investigation. Almost a year after the advertising watchdog upheld a number of complaints about misleading information in higher education, the consumer champion found several universities are making unverifiable and […]
New research from Which? University reveals that more students look to their teachers for advice on their A-level options, than their parents or friends. According to the research, six in ten (59%) students turned to their teachers for guidance before deciding on their A-level subjects, whilst half (49%) looked to their parents. Only four in […]
Alex Neill, Director of Policy and Campaigns, said: “Our research has shown that students struggle to obtain the information they need to make informed decisions about university choices. We welcome measures to give students more insight into student experience, teaching standards and value for money. “These proposals could not only drive up standards, but could […]
Which? executive director Richard Lloyd said: “We welcome the CMA’s intervention as universities should be complying with consumer law and protecting the rights of their students. “We initially raised our concerns with the CMA after our investigation, including evidence from students, found universities failing to meet legal requirements. UCL must now ensure it treats its […]
Which? executive director, Richard Lloyd, said: “We have been campaigning for students to get better information so they can make an informed choice about where to study and ensure they get value for money. The Government is right to recognise students’ interests must be central to higher education reform.”
Which? executive director, Richard Lloyd, said: “Which? has been calling for better information for students, so it’s good to see Heidi Allen MP championing this issue in Parliament. With cross party consensus for greater transparency in higher education, we now want the Government to help prospective students make an informed choice.” Background: Which? called […]
Which? executive director, Richard Lloyd, said: “We welcome the Government’s commitment to improving quality and providing value for money from alternative providers in higher education. Further action is now needed to publish better information for prospective students on the academic offer, costs and financial support available, as well as future employment opportunities.”
New research by Which? University reveals that as many as three quarters (72%) of grandparents are providing financial support to help their grandchildren through university, while nearly all (95%) parents contribute. In April 2015, Which? University surveyed over 1,500 Which? members about their experience of children or grandchildren preparing for or attending university. The research found that both generations […]
Which? executive director, Richard Lloyd, said: “It’s good to hear the Universities Minister supports access to more information for students. With tuition fees approaching £9,000 a year, it’s right that students are demanding more from their university experience and want to see value for money. We want the government to improve the information that has […]
Which? executive director Richard Lloyd, said: “With tuition fees approaching £9,000 a year, it’s hardly surprising that students are demanding more from their university experience and want to see value for money. We want the government to improve the information that has to be provided to students as soon as possible to allow them to make a more […]