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13/07/2026

Delivering modern student accommodation on campus when capital is scarce

Most universities agree that student accommodation is about more than just providing a bed. Once peripheral to the academic mission, accommodation and the residential experience now play a fundamental role in recruitment, retention and student outcomes. 
09/07/2026

Helping the next student cohort thrive – applying insights from the latest Applicant Index

Helping the next student cohort thrive - what the 2026 Applicant Index tells us about support, belonging and success

Supporting universities in a changing landscape

As part of our 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, we spoke with Simon Jones, our Group Higher Education Director about how we're continuing to support universities in a changing landscape and the importance of accommodation partnerships to our long-term growth strategy.
08/05/2026

The rise of AI – friend or foe to graduates

Artificial intelligence continues to dominate headlines, with particular attention on how it may shape graduate careers and whether a degree remains a valuable investment.
22/04/2026

Student accommodation a strategic lever for university growth

By Moray Notman, our University Partner Commercial Director
16/04/2026

Product quality shaped by student experience

As part of our 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, we spoke with Paul Watson, our Group Operations Director, about how we're continuing to enhance the residential experience for our students.
13/04/2026

Unite Students retains gold in the Global Student Living Index for the third consecutive time

Unite Students has once again achieved Gold in the Global Student Living Index (GSLI), following the spring 2026 survey – retaining the accreditation for the third consecutive time.

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