In our latest blog post, Mikayla Boginsky introduces our new ‘Administrative data guide’, offering practical advice on using administrative data to answer research questions on education pathways and equality gaps in higher education. Explore: taso.org.uk/news-blog/ha...

Regional inequalities in HE access persist despite rising participation. At our 2026 annual conference (12 May, London), “How do we address the higher education postcode lottery?” explores place-based strategies to tackle disadvantage gaps & cold spots. Book your spot: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Join us at #TASOCon26 for a panel on the risks and rewards of collaboration in practice. Hear from TASO + providers about effective partnership working. Secure your place at the conference to hear directly from sector leaders and contribute to the discussion: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...

📢 The agenda is now live for #TASOCon26: Collaborate to evaluate 🎓 Join us in London on 12 May to hear colleagues present their work on equality of opportunity and exchange insights on the shared challenges. See the agenda and book here: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

We’re recruiting a Chief Research Officer to lead our research & evaluation programme, overseeing funding & partnerships & ensuring the production of high-quality evidence. £65k–£70k | Hybrid (London) Deadline: 13 April, 13:00 Learn more & apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/chie...

We’re exploring how higher education providers involve students in the design and evaluation of interventions. If you use co-creation or participatory approaches to improve student outcomes, we’d like to hear from you: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Join us on 12 May to hear Chris Millward, Interim Director for Fair Access and Participation at the Office for Students, on how regional collaboration can improve equality of opportunity in HE following the post-16 white paper. Explore sessions & sign up: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

We’re recruiting 2 interns: • Research Intern – working on evaluation projects, evidence synthesis & data insights • Comms & Engagement Intern – supporting report launches, social media, events & policy engagement App deadline: 20 April, 09:30 Find out more and apply: taso.org.uk/about/career...

Moving from a Core to an Enhanced Theory of Change – and using it to inform evaluation – can be challenging. Join our two-part training (22 & 30 April) to work through the process step by step, with hands-on activities, peer learning & feedback. Learn more & register: taso.org.uk/event/enhanc...

We’re recruiting a Communications and Engagement Intern. Gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that aims to reduce inequalities in higher education. Application deadline: 20 April, 09:30 Find out more & apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/comm...

Regional inequalities in HE access persist despite rising participation. At our 2026 annual conference (12 May, London), “How do we address the higher education postcode lottery?” explores place-based strategies to tackle disadvantage gaps & cold spots. Book your spot: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Developing a theory of change can be time-consuming. Our free Theory of Change Builder streamlines the process with step-by-step guidance, examples & built-in support – helping you move from Core to Enhanced ToC and produce clear, accessible outputs. Access the tool:

We’re recruiting a Research Intern. This role offers experience across evaluation projects, evidence synthesis and data insights – contributing to research that aims to reduce inequalities in higher education. Application deadline: 20 April, 09:30 Learn more & apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/rese...

We’re hiring a Chief Research Officer to lead our research & evaluation programme, shaping strategy, delivery & impact. £65k–£70k | Hybrid (London) Application deadline: 13 April, 13:00 Find out more & apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/chie...

ICYMI, we published new research finding that data-driven ‘nudges’ alone don’t improve student wellbeing or engagement. Instead, trusted relationships play a critical role. Read more: taso.org.uk/news-blog/da...

We are researching how higher ed providers engage students in intervention design & evaluation processes. If you use co-creation or participatory research approaches for initiatives that aim to improve student outcomes, we want to hear from you! Find out more: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Looking to strengthen your university's data practices? Access our data infrastructure guide on GitHub and take a step toward evidence-based decision-making: taso.org.uk/libraryitem/...

We are looking for a Chief Research Officer to ensure the smooth and successful delivery of our research and evaluation programme, with overall responsibility for the research and evaluation budget. - £65K–£70K | Central London (hybrid) | Apply by 13 April taso.org.uk/vacancy/chie...

Turning a theory of change into an evaluation plan can be challenging. Join us on 22 & 30 April for Enhancing and applying theory of change – a two-part training to refine your model and develop a clear evaluation plan. Online + in person (London). Find out more: taso.org.uk/event/enhanc...

We’re inviting applications to join our Evaluation Advisory Group (EAG). The group meets around three times a year, providing independent advice & challenge on TASO’s evaluation work & supporting the use of evidence across the sector. Find out more & apply by 23 March: taso.org.uk/vacancy/eval...

Join us on 12 May for 'Collaborate to evaluate' at Woburn House, London. Hear from sector experts, explore evaluation trends, and learn about the Higher Education Evaluation Library (HEEL). Find out more and book your place: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Our research ethics guidance is designed to support those working in WP and student success in navigating ethical considerations and delivering best practice in their research and/or evaluation work. Check it out now: taso.org.uk/libraryitem/...

Today we launched research sharing studies that used different methods to evaluate wellbeing interventions. We found that digital ‘nudges’ do not appear to improve student outcomes, and cannot replace the power of trusted relationships. A huge thanks to everyone who joined us today.

‘Rethinking student wellbeing’ has just started here at TASO’s office on #UniMentalHealthDay. We'll be sharing our latest research on wellbeing interventions, discussing what works, what doesn't work, and the broader context of wellbeing in higher education. taso.org.uk/event/rethin...

Data is a tool, not a cure. In line with this year’s #UniMentalHealthDay theme, we’ve published new research finding learning analytics and digital 'nudges' are no match for human connection. #HigherEducation #StudentWellbeing #StudentMentalHealth #LearningAnalytics taso.org.uk/news-blog/da...

Many programmes have a theory of change, but turning it into an evaluation plan can be difficult. Join our two-part training, ‘Enhancing and applying theory of change’ (22 & 30 April), to move from a theory of change to a practical evaluation plan. Register: taso.org.uk/event/enhanc...

Chris Millward, Interim Director for Fair Access and Participation at the @officeforstudents.bsky.social, will join us at 'Collaborate to evaluate' on 12 May to discuss how regional collaboration can advance equality of opportunity in higher education. Sign up: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Following International Women’s Day, TASO’s Aniela Bankowicz explores the Home Office’s review on reducing violence against women and girls, and what this means for universities implementing the new OfS conditions on harassment and sexual misconduct. taso.org.uk/news-blog/ta... #IWD2026

We’re recruiting Evaluation Advisory Group (EAG) members with diverse methodological and theoretical expertise to help shape our evaluation approach and strengthen the use of evidence across the sector. Apply by 23 March (CV + one-page cover letter): taso.org.uk/vacancy/eval...

Join us next Wed for 'Introduction to theory of change' – a practical two-part training for those new to evaluation. The training features an online session on 11 March (10:00–13:00), followed by an in-person workshop in London on 19 March (09:30–12:30). taso.org.uk/event/introd...

ICYMI: Dr Molly Rowlands explores how a theory of change strengthened Middlesex University’s personalised transition support programme, helping turn ideas into an evidence-ready intervention to improve student continuation and success. taso.org.uk/news-blog/fr...

Join our Deputy CEO, Dr Eliza Kozman, on 11 March for a session at the SRHE EDI Network event: From Paper to Practice She’ll discuss recommendations from our recent whole-provider access and participation report, and reflections on building our research programme. srhe.ac.uk/civicrm/?civ...

Our data insights guide, available on GitHub, provides universities with a roadmap for enhancing data collection & use. The guide offers tools & best practices to help institutions make evidence-based decisions that can close equality gaps. Access the guide here: taso-he.github.io/technicalgui...

ICYMI: Professor Anna Mountford-Zimdars is joining TASO as a Policy Fellow for 18 months, leading new research on contextualised admissions. Her expertise in social mobility and widening participation will help strengthen the evidence base in this area. Read more:

This March, join 'Introduction to theory of change' – a practical two-part training for those new to evaluation. Online: 11 March (10:00–13:00) In person (London): 19 March (09:30–12:30) Build your Core ToC with guided work, practical tools and feedback. Book: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...

The agenda is live for TASO’s 2026 annual conference, ‘Collaborate to evaluate’ (12 May, London) → Chris Millward (OfS) on collaboration & equality of opportunity → HE 'postcode lottery' panel → HEEL launch insights → Sector short talks & posters Explore the agenda: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Our comprehensive blueprint offers actionable insights to help institutions develop effective transition support strategies. Discover how your institution can support disabled students more effectively: taso.org.uk/research/cur...

Join us on 22 & 30 April for 'Enhancing and applying theory of change' – a two-part training for those with evaluation or impact responsibilities. Refine your CToC, strengthen mechanisms & measures, & turn it into a clear evaluation plan. £259 + VAT Register: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...

ICYMI, read our most recent blog post exploring a literature review by The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) that examines why students drop out and whether targeted support during the transition to university can make a difference. taso.org.uk/news-blog/st...

Present your work at our 2026 annual conference 'Collaborate to evaluate'. We’re inviting proposals for short talks & poster presentations on equality of opportunity. Share your evaluation & connect with peers Find out more and submit your proposal: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

Join us this March for 'Introduction to theory of change' – a practical 2-part training for those new to evaluation. 📅 11 March (online) + 19 March (London) Develop a clear, usable theory of change for your own project. Spaces limited: taso.org.uk/event/introd...

Join us this March for ‘Introduction to theory of change’ – a practical two-part training for those new to evaluation. 11 March (online) + 19 March (in person, London). Develop a Core Theory of Change for your own work. Spaces are limited – sure your spot: taso.org.uk/event/introd...

Apply now for a free, in-person evaluation workshop on widening participation and student success (26 Feb, University of Westminster). Get expert support on evaluating education interventions using ADR data (inc LEO & GRADE). Places are limited – register interest: taso.org.uk/event/creati...

In our latest blog post, Lucy Haire from UPP, argues that amid persistent access gaps & unhelpful rhetoric, HE remains a vital & positive pathway for disadvantaged students & must continue to be actively championed & supported: taso.org.uk/news-blog/fl...

It’s Race Equality Week. This year’s theme is #ChangeNeedsAllofUs. This blog post from @mybcu.bsky.social shares how Project Zero is reducing ethnicity degree-awarding gaps by centring Black African/Caribbean and South Asian heritage student voices: taso.org.uk/news-blog/ce...

Early bird tickets are sold out for our 2026 annual conference ‘Collaborate to evaluate’, but standard tickets are still available. Join us on 12 May 2026 in London to explore evaluation practice in higher education. Find out more and book: taso.org.uk/event/collab...

The agenda is now live for our event 'Rethinking student wellbeing support'. Explore what’s helping (and hindering) student wellbeing, and how evidence can inform more effective support. Agenda: taso.org.uk/event/rethin... Sold out – join the waitlist: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...

Our Framework for Economic Evaluation helps higher education providers assess the cost-effectiveness of their programs, providing a solid foundation for evidence-based decision-making. Explore: taso.org.uk/libraryitem/...

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Tickets are selling fast for Rethinking student wellbeing support. Join us 12 March 2026 (10:30–15:30) in London (Blackfriars) for an in-person session on what’s helping – and hindering – student wellbeing in higher education. Places are limited – grab yours: taso.org.uk/event/rethin...