2022 State Of Student Success & Engagement in Higher Education in the UK
The experiences of the past few years have shifted higher education in paramount ways, leaving institutions with a critical obligation to understand and prepare for what students believe they need to be successful and engaged. For the third consecutive year, we’ve surveyed students, administrators and faculty from across the UK to shed light on the path ahead for higher education.
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The 2021 State of Student Success and Engagement study in the UK reveals a higher education landscape at a crossroads, where the definition of success is shifting toward a more holistic, career-aligned, and student-centric model. While academic achievement remains important, UK students and educators increasingly prioritize mental health support, work-ready skill development, and the availability of high-quality digital resources. This data highlights a clear need for institutions to evolve their digital ecosystems to better support the "whole student" throughout their academic journey.
The research underscores that technology is most effective when it fosters belonging and removes barriers to engagement. In an era of hybrid learning, the ability to access course materials anytime and receive personalized feedback is no longer a luxury—it’s an expectation. By leveraging a unified platform like Canvas, UK institutions can bridge the engagement gap, using data-driven insights to provide proactive support while creating a consistent, intuitive experience. Ultimately, the report serves as a roadmap for universities to build institutional resilience by putting student well-being and career preparation at the heart of their digital strategy.
