IT3199C RFT for the Provision of a Student Engagement Platform for the Recruitment and Engagement of Students for University Galway

The Student Engagement Platform is a strategic initiative designed to foster peer-to-peer engagement amongst prospective students and current international students and current students and trained student ambassadors. The primary objective of this platform is to create a robust, student-led community that enhances communication and collaboration among prospective and current students. By leveraging the unique experiences and insights of Student Ambassadors, this platform aims to provide a supportive network that empowers prospective and current students to navigate their academic and extracurricular journeys more effectively. The platform will serve as a central hub where Student Ambassadors can share resources, offer guidance, and facilitate discussions on topics relevant to student life, academic success and personal development. Through prospective students to enrolled student interactions and current students to student ambassadors, users can gain valuable insights, build connections, and develop skills that will be beneficial both during their studies and in their future careers. Primary business objectives relevant to this contract include: Enhanced Student Support: Providing a peer-led support system that complements existing student recruitment services, thereby contributing to student conversion, retention and success. Increased Student Engagement: Encouraging active participation from students by creating a dynamic and interactive community, which can lead to higher levels of satisfaction, conversion of prospective students and retention of current students. Leadership Development: Offering Student Ambassadors opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and organisational skills through their involvement in the platform. Scalability and Sustainability: Developing a platform that can be easily scaled across multiple departments and maintained over the long term, ensuring its continued relevance and effectiveness. Secondary business objectives relevant to this contract include: Mentorship Support: In addition to the core objectives, the Student Engagement Platform aims to foster a strong mentorship culture by connecting prospective and current students with current Student Ambassadors. This peer-to-peer mentorship will provide an invaluable support network that enhances the overall student experience. This platform is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing the overall student experience, fostering a sense of community, and driving positive outcomes for both students and educational institutions.