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What’s the latest research and insight from Unite Students? Delve into our findings on students, student life and student accommodation.
Front cover of the 2024 Applicant Index, which looks at university applicants' confidence

7 things you need to know about 2024’s university applicants

The Unite Students Applicant Index is the only research that tracks university applicants’ attitudes and confidence levels year on year, giving you the information you need to prepare for their arrival in autumn. The 2024 report is out now. So, here’s everything you need to know about the Applicant Index - and seven things you’ll want to know about this year’s incoming student cohort.
15/07/2024
Higher Education blogs
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30/04/2025
Podcasts

From CFO to CEO: Joe Lister reflects on the first year in his new role on The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast

Recently, Joe Lister, our Chief Executive, spoke with Chantal Clavier on The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast.
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30/04/2025
Higher Education blogs

Creating an inclusive student community through events

Run by our Resident Ambassadors, our student events programme has never been more popular with our residents. We look at what events are most popular and why it matters.
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23/04/2025
Higher Education blogs

What does student satisfaction look like in 2025?

In an competitive student market, understanding student satisfaction in accommodation has never been more important. Our April podcast episode gets into it.
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16/04/2025
Higher Education blogs

In conversation with Becca Hayhurst, Head of Resident Experience

We caught up with Becca Hayhurst, our Head of Resident Experience, about her highlights and priorities for the year.
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26/03/2025
Podcasts

Joe Lister featured on UK Investor Magazine podcast

Joe Lister speaks to Jonathan Roy on the UK Investor Magazine podcast.
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Tom Brewerton - Group Development Director
17/03/2025
In Conversation With

Q&A with Tom Brewerton, Group Development Director

This Q&A delves into Tom's 2024 highlights and what he’s looking forward to this year. Plus, the biggest challenge PBSA faces right now. 
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05/03/2025
Higher Education blogs

Why ‘compassion’ is student wellbeing’s newest buzzword

Join host Jenny Shaw and an expert panel for a deep dive into how compassion is shaping new approaches across UK Higher Education, in student support and beyond.
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05/02/2025
Higher Education blogs

2025 survey: Living Black at University

Living Black at University was published three years ago this week. Whether you’ve fully embraced it, taken some first steps or are brand new to it, we’d love to hear from Higher Education partners in our new impact survey.
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