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National Student Survey shows strengths of physical geographical sciences at York

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Posted on Thursday 23 July 2026

The results of the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS) have revealed the strengths of the Department of Environment and Geography for the study of physical geographical sciences.
The results of the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS) have revealed the strengths of the Department of Environment and Geography for the study of physical geographical sciences. We have excelled in ‘Learning resources’.

Physical geographical sciences

We placed 6th in the UK for ‘Learning resources’ among universities included for physical geographical sciences in the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS).

Learning resources

  • Q19. How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning? - we scored 91%
  • Q19. How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning? - we scored 91%
  • Q21 How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them - we scored 91%

What is the National Student Survey

The NSS is a nationwide survey of final-year students in higher and further education. They answer questions on a variety of aspects of their university experience, including their department and course. 

Almost 2,800 York students responded to the 2025 survey, helping prospective applicants to compare courses and make informed decisions about where to study. The survey empowers those taking part to shape the future of their course, giving universities honest feedback on what they are doing well and where they can improve. 

While 400+ institutions take part in the NSS, including Further Education colleges, these results are based on a sector-wide list of 130 universities typically found in domestic league tables.