Project Details

A two-year action research project to improve student representation in short courses and lower-level courses. A partnership between New Zealand Union of Students’ Associations (NZUSA) and Waiariki Institute of Technology.

Aims: 

The project aims to:

  • identify the barriers restricting participation in short courses and lower-level courses
  • develop strategies, methods and good practices to overcome the barriers
  • share insights and learnings across the sector.

Methodology: 

The project methodology includes:

  • focus groups
  • development and testing of strategies
  • rolling strategies out into courses.

Team

NZUSA

Dr Alistair Shaw

Project Leader

New Zealand Union of Students’ Associations (NZUSA)

Status

In progress

Funding

$75,125.00 (excl GST)

$30,000.00 National Project Fund
$36,250.00 Waiariki Institute of Technology.
$8,875.00 New Zealand Union of Students’ Associations (NZUSA)

Key Findings

Key Recommendations