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  • Further education research

    Topics:
    • Statistics and economic research, 
    • Further education, 
    • Further education statistics and research

    The department commissions research projects to inform the implementation of its policies, programs and initiatives in regards to further education (FE).

    FE Outcomes

    FE Outcomes outlines the findings from the Survey of FE College Leavers, in which leavers are surveyed approximately six months after qualifying from their course. It provides a snapshot of the destination of leavers and the immediate added value of a further education qualification.

    • Survey of FE College Leavers - further information

    Latest Publication

    Following a review of the Survey, this year marked the introduction of a new questionnaire. Underpinned by Department’s Economic Mission, new questions were introduced on work quality, skills match for employment and learning, as well as region of employment. As a result, the FE Outcomes Bulletin and accompanying dashboard have been updated to report on these valuable metrics and provide insight for policy and decision makers.

    • FE Outcomes 2022-23

    Survey of FE college leavers

    The department commissioned the FE leavers survey to provide information on the destination and potential benefits to individuals approximately six months after completing and achieving a regulated qualification at a FE college in Northern Ireland.

    • FE Outcomes - 2021-22
    • Survey of FE College Leavers 2020-21
    • Survey of FE College Leavers 2019-20
    • Survey of FE college leavers 2018-19
    • Survey of FE college leavers 2017-18
    • Survey of FE college leavers 2016-17

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