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22/06/2026

9 in 10 students expect to work during term time – new report shows paid jobs are now the norm

Nine in ten applicants now expect to work during term time while at university, according to the new Applicant Index 2026 from Unite Students and HEPI, showing that paid work has become part of the student experience.

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.
27/04/2026

Unite Students on track to complete flagship London property

Unite Students is on track to complete the construction of its flagship Hawthorne House property in Stratford, London this summer.
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.
08/04/2026

Building an organisation fit for the future

As part of 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, we spoke with Amy Round, our Group People Director. Amy sets out how our people and culture are pivotal to our success, and how we’re continuing to build an organisation fit for the future.

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