Student Success Conference

Higher education institutions are increasingly challenged to address disparities in student outcomes while creating learning environments where all students can thrive. Despite progress in widening participation, significant differences remain in continuation, attainment, progression and graduate outcomes for many student groups.

This conference brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, sector leaders and students to explore the factors shaping student success and to showcase evidence-informed approaches that are making a measurable difference. Through critical discussion, innovative practice and collaborative learning, we aim to advance understanding of how higher education can deliver equitable outcomes and meaningful opportunities for all learners.

Join us at USS, Stratford, on 24th March 2027, to hear what the evidence says about why these gaps persist and what is closing them.

Conference Themes

Theme 1: Understanding Disparities in Student Success: Exploring the factors driving differential student outcomes

Theme 2: Belonging, Wellbeing and the Student Experience: Creating environments where all students can thrive and succeed

Theme 3: Evidence-Based Approaches to Student Success: What works in closing outcome gaps?

Theme 4: Leading Institutional Change for Equity: Embedding student success across the institution

Theme 5: Employability, Progression and Graduate Outcomes