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    UCAS Media service

    Build lifelong connections with Gen-Z

    UCAS offers a unique and trusted media ecosystem designed and built around the student application journey.

    Supporting 1.5M verified new students every year

    UCAS plays a unique role in supporting young people as they make decisions on their future – we are their trusted guide in a complex world. 

    To support them, we’ve engineered a unique media ecosystem, comprising of multiple channels to offer advice and guidance at all the points our audience need it the most – both on and offline.

    Want to find out more about reaching Gen-Z with UCAS?

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    Working with UCAS gives brands an opportunity to...

    Provide the value that matters

    We're looking to work with brands who want to be there for students as they prepare for university and life as indepedent adults, providing them with products and services of value, that align with their needs and budget.

    Be discovered at the very beginning

    Going to university is a big life moment for young people, providing a unique time for them to discover new brands. Recent independent analysis by UCAS shows that 1 in 4 students discover new brands when starting university - up from 16% in 2022.

    Make connections that last

    University is filled with significant moments that shape us as adults - providing brands with many opportunities to leave a lasting impression and build the foundation for long-term brand loyalty.
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    Connect with an audience always in decision mode

    The unique relationship we have with young people, the trust they place in us to guide them and all the touchpoints they need our service for, results in media performance that outperforms benchmarks 

    We can offer you multi-channel opportunities that are targeted, segmented, and tailored to your unique objectives to ensure you reach the right audience, in the right way across: 

    Website       Events      Email & direct mail       Social media

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    Get your brand noticed by students

    Discover how your brand can be relevant, communicate effectively, and build lasting awareness with the next generation as they prepare for university life.

    Backed by insights from UCAS research, our latest whitepaper reveals why preparing for university is a team effort, the value of engaging young people early, and how brands can forge meaningful connections during this transition.

    Read the full whitepaper to learn how your brand can get discovered, stay relevant, and create long-term impact with a new generation of consumers

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    Gain more insights with UCAS

    Connecting with Gen-Z: Be there in the moments that matter
    The journey to university is full of key moments and decisions for Gen Z. Using our student cycle timeline, brands can ensure they are are there in the moments that matter. 
    Case study: Lenovo

    Discover how UCAS helped Lenovo engage the next generation through a multichannel approach including events, email, and social media.

    Read our blog posts
    Explore our latest blog posts, packed with useful information and insights from the experts, for brands looking to reach, connect with, and support the next generation.
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