Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
Edward McClaran & Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultants, UCAS5 Dec 2023, 11:24
Blog posts
Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
Edward McClaran & Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultants, UCAS5 Dec 2023, 11:24
A journey of diversity: From Romania to UCAS via the University of Worcester
In 2011, I embarked on a life-changing adventure: I was going to leave Romania to become an international student in the United Kingdom.
Teona Droc, Customer Experience Manager, UCAS16 Nov 2023, 13:18
Driving aspiration, empowering confidence, and informing decisions
A whistlestop tour of our Project Next Generation Themes Report
Dave Penney, Director of Marketing, UCAS7 Nov 2023, 08:17
The future of student accommodation: Insights from the UCAS webinar and beyond
The student accommodation sector is poised for significant transformation. In response to shifting demographics, global trends, and evolving student needs, stakeholders are exploring new avenues to ensure the housing market remains both sustainable and student-centred.
UCAS24 Oct 2023, 10:52
The shifting sands of student tech: What they’re buying, how they’re using it – and what this means for brands
One of the most interesting student tech tales lies, surprisingly, in the tablet. What started out life as a semi-luxury purchase, filling a gap in the market that most didn’t even know existed, is fast becoming a key learning tool on campus.
UCAS19 Oct 2023, 08:11
Guiding lights: Unveiling the true influencers of young people
‘Influencer’ has become a charged term in recent years, with connotations of social media’s negative impact upon young people's mental health. Yet decision-making around university applications, careers options and planning for the future remains highly influenced by several factors, persons and resources.
Megan Edwards, Principal Insight Consultant, UCAS17 Oct 2023, 12:51
A new status quo for students, streaming, and social – and how brands can adapt
There are few things more universal in the student downtime toolkit than streaming and using social media – so when the way students use them starts to change, we need to understand why.
UCAS12 Oct 2023, 09:31
Navigating the modern university experience: A look into UK's Gen Z spending habits
The great British university experience is undeniably unique, with campuses serving as venues for both rigorous study and unforgettable social interactions. However, the aftershocks of COVID-19 and rising living costs have inevitably shaped students' expectations and behaviours.
UCAS9 Oct 2023, 09:30
Delving deeper into international student mobility
Carys Willgoss, Principal Policy Adviser at UCAS, and Ruth Neville, PhD student at Liverpool University.21 Sept 2023, 10:18
Strategies for marketing in high competition cities
Recently, we had the privilege of hosting an insightful webinar, with industry experts – our very own Ollie Wells from UCAS, Shaan Clark from Collegiate UK, Richard from StuRents, and hosted by Sarah & Deenie from The Property Marketing Strategists. The central theme revolved around the changes in student accommodation in the UK. With a myriad of opinions, data, and predictions shared, this comprehensive overview highlights the pivotal trends, pressing challenges, and promising opportunities for the future in the PBSA and wider student accommodation sector. Dive in as we unravel our key findings and insights from this enlightening discussion.
13 Sept 2023, 08:46
Navigating the challenges and successes in student accommodation marketing
Discover student accommodation marketing strategies: personalisation, early engagement, digital trends and user-generated content. From the Accommodation Digital Trends webinar July 5th.
31 Aug 2023, 10:15
Building lasting brand awareness: The key to successful student accommodation marketing
Unlock successful student accommodation marketing by building lasting brand awareness. Focus on values, lifestyle, and community to create a strong market presence. Discover actionable strategies for 1 to 3-year campaigns, elevating your business.
31 Aug 2023, 09:30
Sharing a mental health condition: What you need to know
Sharing that you have a mental health condition can feel daunting – Student Minds has some expert advice on everything you need to know if you’re still uncertain.
Student Minds26 Jul 2023, 10:10
Unpacking Welsh regional migration: A deep dive into higher education progression across the Welsh parliamentary regions
Carys Willgoss, Principal Policy Adviser, Haleema Masud, Policy Adviser, and Emily Bennett-Cox, Lead Data Scientist, UCAS24 Jul 2023, 09:18
The 3 Cs: how student mindsets are changing as Clearing kicks off
There’s not much we talk about more often than student mindset, but there’s not much more important. Especially during the crucial decision making period of Clearing.
Dave Penney, Director of Marketing, UCAS18 Jul 2023, 08:52
Why creative is so important: Unlocking the potential of effective marketing campaigns
In today's fast-paced and competitive digital landscape, catching the attention of potential customers is more challenging than ever before.
UCAS12 Jul 2023, 10:04
Children of prisoners: Forgotten, invisible, and HE needs to act
Students with imprisoned parents are a disadvantaged group who need support throughout their educational journey in order to thrive and be supported to progress on to higher education.
Pippa Blythe, Widening Participation Project Coordinator, University of Cambridge12 Jul 2023, 08:53
Reintroducing UCAS – your media partners for accommodation solutions
Finding suitable accommodation is a top priority for students, as it plays a crucial role in shaping their university experience.
UCAS11 Jul 2023, 12:44