In the wake of a global pandemic and economic uncertainty, it is no surprise to many that higher education institutions across the globe are facing challenges when it comes to increasing student engagement. While it remains harder than ever, challenges and opportunities are ahead for higher education institutions.
New research from Symplicity, in partnership with The Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) sheds light on some of the opportunities and challenges on student engagement in career readiness in the UK. The research sought to understand in greater depth the challenges and opportunities facing UK careers services relating to student engagement. The report provides some useful recommendations and considerations for best practice – applicable to employability, careers services and wider student services delivery – from the use of “micro-experiences” in delivering CEIAG to using more inclusive and accessible language to encourage less confident students to engage.
Despite wanting to engage with employers and work experience, students may find that these activities require the most time commitment and/or high levels of confidence so feel unable to engage.
To increase student engagement with career services, ACGAS and Symplicity recommend building inclusive language, introducing peer to peer alumni support, increase use of technology, and enhance micro-engagement with students.
To read the full report click here. For enquires on how Symplicity can improve your career centre solutions and enhance student engagement, email us at info@symplicity.com.