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
Blog posts
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
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
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
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
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
Student Lifestyle Survey - Lifestyle & Spending
It’s time for another instalment of the UCAS Student Lifestyle Report for 2023. Chapter 2 of the report is all about student lifestyle and spending.
Lavina Chainani, Customer Success Director, Student Lifestyle, UCAS30 Mar 2023, 11:22
Student Lifestyle Report 2023 - The cost of living
On Wednesday 22nd March, we’re publishing the first chapter in our brand new Student Lifestyle Report for 2023. At the top of the bill: the cost of living.
Ollie Wells21 Mar 2023, 15:44
Personalisation is becoming essential in intentional recruitment
Des Cutchey is Managing Director at UCAS International. He has been involved in the international education industry for a number of years, across the english language, professional qualifications and higher education sectors. Linda Liu is Vice President, International at College Board.
Des Cutchey, UCAS International and Linda Liu, College Board27 May 2022, 14:24
How 2021 changed student shopping and spending for 2022
Nicola McClymont, Senior Commercial Sales Manager, UCAS
10 Mar 2022, 16:59
UCAS Freshers Report reveals new student shopping trends for 2022
Dr Katie Bell, Chief Marketing Officer, UCAS
23 Feb 2022, 19:48
Now live! Our new Freshers Report reveals a reshuffle of student brand preferences…
Rebecca Hopwood, Head of Customer Growth, UCAS
23 Feb 2022, 19:22