Research & policy
At the Students' Union, we regularly conduct research to ensure we understand the student experience so we can help create positive changes on campus. This research comes in a few different forms:
Policy Inquiries
This is an in-depth, research-informed process that generates a high-quality Student Voice Report on a particular topic. Involving students in investigation and deliberation, the end goal is a range of recommendations we can lobby the University to implement.
Insight Reports
Where a policy inquiry can take place over an entire academic year, insight reports are smaller research projects focusing on a more specific topic and generally take place over a term.
Ad Hoc Research
There might also be some standalone surveys, focus groups, and other projects that come up throughout the year.
Why should you take part?
Getting involved in our surveys and focus groups is one way you can make sure your voice is heard at Royal Holloway. We use all the information collected to create recommendations we will lobby for to ensure long-lasting change, positively impacting your university experience. It's also a great way to earn a little bit of extra cash! Often for our surveys, we offer prize draws and incentives, and for focus groups, you'll also get paid for your time!
Current research opportunities:
Commuting Student Policy Inquiry: Survey One
- Are you a Commuting Student? We want to know more about commuting students' needs and how we can make their lives better at Royal Holloway. There is £100 up for grabs!
- Fill out the survey here!
Make sure to also join our focus group mailing list as there will be upcoming opportunities to have your say!
Check Out Our Research Projects
You can view all of our past research reports, including the findings, the recommendations, and where we've got to so far on implementing the changes: