Most graduates would choose same uni again

Do universities make the grade? The class of 2006 thinks so according to a poll by Graduate Recruitment Bureau (GRB).

GRB asked graduates if they would choose the same university again and an impressive 77% said yes.

Dan Hawes, GRB Co-founder says: "This is great news for universities who compete hard to attract students and then provide an academic environment empowering them to fast track their careers."

Reasons the graduates gave for their high level of satisfaction included:

* Excellent facilities and support from staff.
* Really interesting courses.
* Campus life was incredible.
* Made lots of good friendships.
* Top quality facilities.

Those graduates who were disappointed targeted the poor reputation of their institution with employers, suspecting that they were being deselected in applying for jobs based on their universities ranking in the various league tables.

There was frustration at not being successful in applying to study at an institution with a better reputation and teaching standards. Some students were deflated after three years of studying with little to make them stand out.

Dan Hawes says: "This underlines how important it is to not only choose the right course but the right university. The job market is so competitive nowadays plus recruiters are spending more resources on identifying the best graduates so every part of your CV really counts".

The online poll surveyed 2,166 graduates.

For further information contact Dan Hawes on 01273 200411.