Case studies
We work closely with our clients to design bespoke research that meets their needs and have been privileged to deliver robust, evidence-based insights to some of the most exciting organisations in the education sector. You can also visit the research reports page to explore our public-facing work, including free independent research.
Research culture survey
We conducted qualitative and quantitative research for Northumbria University to explore their research community’s experiences and perceptions of the culture within the institution with a view to informing actions for future improvement and providing a benchmark for tracking future progress.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
Institutional offices research
We conducted comprehensive desk research for Springer Nature to develop a stronger, more detailed and evidence-based picture of the institutional offices sector.
Publishing and media companiesAssured Offer
A UK-based awarding organisation was interested in growing its quality assurance service, expanding the proposition with additional features and benefits.
CISO research on cyber security
We conducted research for SNSI to understand what Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in higher education regard as their main concerns were around cybercrime, data security and related issues.
Universities, HEIS and FEISAcademic support research
We conducted desk research on behalf of a UK HEI using publicly accessible sources to examine the academic support offer of 20 comparable institutions.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
Media Literacy
We conducted qualitative research for Internet Matters to enable them to understand the needs of secondary schools in relation to online safety, providing insights into what tools and resources could support them in these challenge areas.
Public sector and not-for-profitNational Student Survey analysis
As a repeat assignment, we conducted coding analysis of the NSS for a UK University to highlight the strengths and weaknesses within the university and the courses offered.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
Skill gaps – Evidence review
We conducted a desk-based evidence review to further synthesise and organise the knowledge on skill gaps held by the BBSRC and MRC – as well as to identify any further literature and new findings.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
UG Engineering research
We conducted quantitative research for City, University of London to define which programmes students would be attracted to when applying for Engineering degrees and enable an understanding of any regional/overseas differences.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
Salary and Job Satisfaction Survey
We conducted comprehensive desk research for Springer Nature to develop a stronger, more detailed and evidence-based picture of the institutional offices sector.
Publishing and media companies
Using data to enhance outcomes
We conducted qualitative research to explore how providers were using data to inform quality assurance and enhancement activities and how they overcame data challenges, with the aim being to use these insights to develop best practice guidance for QAA members.
Public sector and not-for-profit, Universities, HEIS and FEIS
UK Research Supervision Survey (UKRSS)
We conducted quantitative and qualitative research for UKCGE to provide insights on research supervisors’ workplace experiences, which included the first and most comprehensive survey to focus on doctoral research supervision in the UK.
Universities, HEIS and FEIS
