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.
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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.
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Annual conference: collaborate to evaluate. Collaboration in practice: risks and rewards. 12 May 2026, Woburn House, London. SPEAKERS: Dr Omar Khan, Professor Paul Morgan, Leanne Taher-Bates, Dr Morag Duffin, Jared Patel
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/...
What’s on the menu for #TASOCon26?
🔹 Tackling the higher education postcode lottery
🔹 Peer-to-peer short talks & poster sessions
🔹 Collaboration in practice: Risks v rewards
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12 May 2026. TASO Annual conference. Collaborate to evaluate. Full agenda now live.
📢 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...
TASO graphic announcing recruitment for “Chief Research Officer,” with the text “Join Us” above the title. The background shows a blue-green gradient over a crowd of graduates wearing caps, with a briefcase icon in the corner.
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...
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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...
Promotional graphic for the TASO Annual Conference titled “Collaborate to evaluate.” The slide reads “Improving equality of opportunity: the role of collaboration” and includes a headshot of Chris Millward, Interim Director for Fair Access and Participation at the Office for Students. The event is scheduled for 12 May 2026 at Woburn House, London. The background shows a blurred audience at a conference.
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.
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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
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Promotional graphic for a TASO training titled “Enhancing and applying theory of change.” The image has a blue-to-teal gradient background with the TASO logo at the top left. Text highlights two dates: 22 April, 10:00–13:00 (online) and 30 April, 09:30–12:30 (in person). A “Sign up” button appears in the bottom right.
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...
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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...
Promotional graphic for TASO Annual Conference titled “Collaborate to evaluate.” The design features a dark blue background with an audience scene. Text reads: “12 May 2026, Woburn House, London.” Main question: “How do we address the higher education postcode lottery?”
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:
TASO graphic announcing recruitment for “Research Intern,” with the text “Join Us” above the title. The background shows a blue-green gradient over a crowd of graduates wearing caps, with a briefcase icon in the corner.
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...
TASO graphic announcing recruitment for “Chief Research Officer,” with the text “Join Us” above the title. The background shows a blue-green gradient over a crowd of graduates wearing caps, with a briefcase icon in the corner.
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...
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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...
TASO-branded graphic with a blue–green gradient overlay on a blurred background of students wearing graduation caps. The main heading reads “Co-creation & participatory research.” Below, smaller text asks: “Do you engage students in intervention design and evaluation processes? We want to hear from you!” A briefcase icon appears in the top right corner.
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...
Promotional graphic for a TASO training titled “Enhancing and applying theory of change.” The image has a blue-to-teal gradient background with the TASO logo at the top left. Text highlights two dates: 22 April, 10:00–13:00 (online) and 30 April, 09:30–12:30 (in person). A “Sign up” button appears in the bottom right.
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...
TASO graphic announcing recruitment for “Evaluation Advisory Group Members,” with the text “Join Us” above the title. The background shows a blue-green gradient over a crowd of graduates wearing caps, with a briefcase icon in the corner.
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...
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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.
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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
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Promotional graphic for a TASO training titled “Enhancing and applying theory of change.” The image has a blue-to-teal gradient background with the TASO logo at the top left. Text highlights two dates: 22 April, 10:00–13:00 (online) and 30 April, 09:30–12:30 (in person). A “Sign up” button appears in the bottom right.
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...
Promotional graphic for the TASO Annual Conference titled “Collaborate to evaluate.” The slide reads “Improving equality of opportunity: the role of collaboration” and includes a headshot of Chris Millward, Interim Director for Fair Access and Participation at the Office for Students. The event is scheduled for 12 May 2026 at Woburn House, London. The background shows a blurred audience at a conference.
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
TASO graphic announcing recruitment for “Evaluation Advisory Group Members,” with the text “Join Us” above the title. The background shows a blue-green gradient over a crowd of graduates wearing caps, with a briefcase icon in the corner.
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...