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National Student Survey shows strengths of Physics, Engineering and Technology 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 School of Physics, Engineering and Technology for the study of engineering (non specific).
The results of the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS) have revealed the strengths of the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology for the study of engineering (non specific). We have excelled in ‘Academic support’.

Engineering (non specific)

We placed 6th in the UK for ‘Academic support’ among universities included for engineering (non specific) in the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS).

Academic support

  • Q15. How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to? - we scored 96%
  • Q16. How well have teaching staff supported your learning? - we scored 92%

 

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.