In September, a new cohort of students will be walking through the doors of universities up and down the UK. So, in this month’s episode of Accommodation Matters, we’re looking at what we’ve learned about this cohort through our 2023 Applicant Index research, what universities are doing to accommodate and support these students when they arrive at university, and some of the challenges that might come with that – such as mental health, finances and building an inclusive community for LGBTQ+ and international student populations.

Hosted by Jenny Shaw, HE External Engagement Director at Unite Students, this episode’s guests include:

• Tony Moss, Pro Vice Chancellor (Education & Student Experience) at London South Bank University
• Rose Stephenson, Director of Policy & Advocacy at HEPI
• James Greenwood, Head of Residential Life at London School of Economics, Chair of Residence Life at CUBO, and Global Initiatives Chair Elect for ACUHO-I

Accommodation Matters brings together sector experts to discuss the Higher Education sector’s key issues through the lens of student accommodation. This episode was recorded on 11th July 2023 and produced by Ed Palmer.

Resources

Unite Students’ 2023 Applicant Index is available to download from the Unite Students website. [July 2023]

HEPI’s latest Student Academic Experience Survey is available to download from the HEPI website. [June 2023]

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of individual guest speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Unite Students and/or Unite Group plc.