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Transforming Access & Student Outcomes in Higher Education (TASO).

We identify and disseminate effective practice in widening access and participation.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:04 PM
We’re hiring: Evaluation Officer (12-month maternity cover)

Join our research & evaluation team & help strengthen the evidence on what works to improve widening participation and student success in HE.

Application deadline: 8 Dec 2025

Read more about the role & apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/eval...
November 17, 2025 at 4:44 PM
We’re hiring: Research Manager

Join TASO’s research & evaluation team and help drive evidence-informed practice to close equality gaps in HE.

- Central London (hybrid)
- £44,287 PA
- Application deadline: 09:00, 8 Dec 2025

Find out more about the role and apply: taso.org.uk/vacancy/rese...
November 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM
A snapshot from our recent Research & Evaluation Committee meeting.

We’re grateful to be supported by experts who provide advice and oversight for our research & evaluation work.

Find out about the committee: taso.org.uk/about/governance-and-advisory-groups/#research-and-evaluation-committee
November 17, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Working with fewer than 50 participants? Join our training on 9 December (10:00–16:00) to learn theory-based methods for small-cohort impact evaluation.

Book now: app.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
November 13, 2025 at 12:52 PM
We’ve all seen charts like this – they show the data, but the message doesn’t quite land.

Join us on 27 November for ‘Communicating evidence through data’ to learn how to design visuals that make evidence clearer and more persuasive.

Book your place: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
November 12, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Last chance to book – tickets close tomorrow!

Join us Thu 13 Nov (10:00–16:00) for 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Implementation and process evaluation', an online training on how and why interventions work.

Book now: app.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
November 10, 2025 at 10:38 AM
The agenda is now live for our upcoming 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials' session: 'Communicating evidence through data visualisation' (27 Nov).

Learn how to turn data into clear, accessible visuals that drive insight & impact.

Explore the agenda & book your place: taso.org.uk/event/autumn...
November 7, 2025 at 10:06 AM
The agenda is now live for our 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials' session: 'Implementation and process evaluation' (13 Nov, 10:00–16:00).

Learn how to plan & run robust evaluations through real HE examples and practical exercises.

Access the agenda & book your place: taso.org.uk/event/autumn...
November 5, 2025 at 10:21 AM
It’s #TrusteesWeek! 💙

We’re proud to be supported by a dedicated Board of Trustees who guide our mission to eliminate equality gaps in higher education.

Thank you for your leadership and commitment to building an evidence-informed sector.

Meet our trustees: taso.org.uk/about/board-...
November 4, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Everyone talks about impact – fewer talk about what gets us there.

Join us on 13 Nov (10:00–16:00, online) for 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Implementation and process evaluation'. Learn how to evaluate not just what works, but how and why.

Book now: app.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 30, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Evaluating impact with small cohorts? It’s challenging but far from impossible.

Join us online on 9 Dec (10:00–16:00) for 'Impact evaluation with small cohorts' and learn how theory-based methods can turn small numbers into strong evidence

Book now: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 27, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Tired of dull charts? Learn to turn data into stories that stick.

Join 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Communicating evidence through data visualisation' on 27 Nov (10:00–16:00, online).

Practical, creative, hands-on training in Excel + R.

Book now: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 24, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Find out what makes interventions work – and what holds them back.

Join us 13 Nov (10:00–16:00, online) for a hands-on implementation & process evaluation training, as part of our Autumn Evaluation Essentials series.

£259 (+VAT) | Groups £233 (+VAT)

Book now: app.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 22, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Thanks to everyone who joined us in Leeds for our event on developing whole-provider approaches in HE!
October 20, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Make your data speak – because evidence only drives change when people understand it.

Join us on 27 Nov (10:00–16:00, online) for 'Communicating evidence through data visualisation' and learn how to tell stories effectively.

Book: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Today we published ‘Making it everyone’s business: Developing theories of change for whole-provider approaches in higher education’ – a report exploring how coordinated, institution-wide action can help close equality gaps in higher education.

Learn more: taso.org.uk/news-blog/cl...
October 15, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Evaluating interventions with fewer than 50 participants? Join us on 9 December 2025 (10:00–16:00) for our Impact evaluation with small cohorts online training session.

£259 (+VAT) / £233 group rate

Book now: tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 13, 2025 at 9:37 AM
How can data tell a clearer story?

Join us on 27 Nov (10:00–16:00, online) for 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Communicating evidence through data visualisation'.

Book now + get 10% off your next session: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 8, 2025 at 8:51 AM
How do we know why an intervention works – or doesn’t?

Join us on 13 Nov (10:00–16:00, online) for 'Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Implementation and process evaluation'. Learn how to design and run robust evaluations that show how and why interventions succeed.
October 7, 2025 at 9:20 AM
What's been happening #ThisMonthAtTASO?

Dive into our newsletter for October updates, publications, events, blog posts, and more!

Check it out here: mailchi.mp/taso/monthly...
October 6, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Evaluating interventions with fewer than 50 participants?

Join us 9 Dec 2025 (10:00–16:00, online) for 'Impact evaluation with small cohorts'. Learn theory-based methods, best practice, and real-world case studies.

£259 (+VAT) / £233 group rate

Book: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 3, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Turn data into insights that drive change 📊

Join us on 27 Nov 2025 (10:00–16:00, Zoom) for Autumn Evaluation Essentials: Communicating evidence through data visualisation.

£259 (+VAT) / £233 group rate.

Learn more about the session and book: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
October 1, 2025 at 9:05 AM
We welcome the return of maintenance grants for some of the most disadvantaged students.

Our evidence toolkit shows that well-implemented financial support can positively impact widening participation and improve student success.

Access our evidence toolkit for info: taso.org.uk/evidence-too...
September 30, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Want to understand not just what works but why and how? Join our online training on implementation and process evaluation on 13 November (10:00–16:00). Learn core principles, practical steps, and real-world examples to strengthen evaluation in HE.

Book here: www.tickettailor.com/events/taso/...
September 29, 2025 at 9:02 AM