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Research, insight & updates

What’s the latest research and insight from Unite Students? Delve into our findings on students, student life and student accommodation.
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Unite Group poised to support universities amid rising demand

New UCAS data and the UK Government’s refreshed International Education Strategy signal a stable and growing pipeline of students choosing to study in the UK. This reinforces the strength of Unite Group’s recently expanded, sector‑leading accommodation portfolio.
29/01/2026
Blogs
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16/12/2025
Corporate blogs

Creating thriving peer-led communities in our properties

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04/12/2025
Corporate blogs

Is an Industrial Placement worth it? We think so, here’s why…

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12/09/2025
Corporate blogs

How parents can support the transition to university life

The first few days at university are a significant milestone – not just for your loved one, but for you as a parent or guardian too.
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Universities UK Annual Members Conference 2025 - Values-led partnerships session
08/09/2025
Higher Education blogs

‘Hearts and Minds’ – Values-led Student Accommodation Partnerships

On Thursday 4 September, we hosted a session on values-led partnerships at Universities UK's Annual Members Conference. Jenny Shaw, HE External Engagement Director, shares how themes of innovation and collaboration were not only key to our panel - but to the whole conference.
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26/08/2025
Research, insight & updates

Q&A with Paul Watson, Group Operations Director

We chatted with Paul Watson, our Group Operations Director, about delivering a great welcome for residents, an exciting new tech solution for our operations and how we adapt to evolving student needs.
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14/08/2025
Corporate blogs

A Level results day: Students seek more than a degree

As thousands of students across the UK receive their A Level results and many prepare for university life, new research reveals what today’s university applicants really want - and it’s not just academic success.
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10/07/2025
Higher Education blogs

7 things you need to know about 2025’s university applicants

The Applicant Index 2025, now in its fourth year, is our annual research into each year’s university applicants – helping universities track how applicant needs are evolving over time.
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