Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
Edward McClaran & Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultants, UCAS5 Dec 2023, 11:24
Blog posts
Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
Edward McClaran & Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultants, UCAS5 Dec 2023, 11:24
The future of student accommodation: Insights from the UCAS webinar and beyond
The student accommodation sector is poised for significant transformation. In response to shifting demographics, global trends, and evolving student needs, stakeholders are exploring new avenues to ensure the housing market remains both sustainable and student-centred.
UCAS24 Oct 2023, 10:52
Guiding lights: Unveiling the true influencers of young people
‘Influencer’ has become a charged term in recent years, with connotations of social media’s negative impact upon young people's mental health. Yet decision-making around university applications, careers options and planning for the future remains highly influenced by several factors, persons and resources.
Megan Edwards, Principal Insight Consultant, UCAS17 Oct 2023, 12:51
A new status quo for students, streaming, and social – and how brands can adapt
There are few things more universal in the student downtime toolkit than streaming and using social media – so when the way students use them starts to change, we need to understand why.
UCAS12 Oct 2023, 09:31
Sharing a mental health condition: What you need to know
Sharing that you have a mental health condition can feel daunting – Student Minds has some expert advice on everything you need to know if you’re still uncertain.
Student Minds26 Jul 2023, 10:10
Children of prisoners: Forgotten, invisible, and HE needs to act
Students with imprisoned parents are a disadvantaged group who need support throughout their educational journey in order to thrive and be supported to progress on to higher education.
Pippa Blythe, Widening Participation Project Coordinator, University of Cambridge12 Jul 2023, 08:53
How accessible is university for learners with SEND?
Alex Grady Head of Education and Whole School SEND, nasen26 Sept 2022, 15:04
Applicants love to hear from students so how we capture their views matters
Carys Willgoss, Principal Policy Adviser, UCAS 31 Aug 2022, 10:40
A year in the life of a data scientist at UCAS
As a Data Scientist, my passion is using data to tell stories and drive change.
Emily Bennett4 Jul 2022, 15:35
Disabled students make diversity and inclusion a priority when making their choices
UCAS29 Jun 2022, 14:10
No longer in contact with your parents? Tick the UCAS ‘estranged student’ box!
Susan Mueller, Higher Education Director at Stand Alone19 May 2022, 08:57
Going to university or college if you’ve been in care – our top ten tips for success
UCAS19 Jan 2022, 14:41
Key things for care experienced students to consider when choosing a university or college
UCAS27 Oct 2021, 12:39
Lessons learned from August's UCAS Media insight newsletter
And just like that, it’s time for Clearing again.
UCAS17 Aug 2021, 08:09
What happens when you share a mental health condition in the UCAS application? A case study from the University of Warwick
Amanda Bishop 27 May 2021, 10:05