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Russell Group universities have collectively announced that they’re going to provide a tailored support package for all care leaver students.

An academic at the University of Chester has published an article about how they’ve created Freshers’ Week activities that can help students build self-confidence and connect with their peers.

TASO (Transforming Access and Student Outcomes in Higher Education) is looking for practitioners, researchers and evaluators with an interest in widening participation and student success to join their sector network.

A senior leader at UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) has published an article about data into the number of commuter students entering university.

The Sutton Trust has published an opportunity index that examines how socio-economic background and geography impact young people’s outcomes.

The UK Department for Education has published research examining the mental health and wellbeing of students entering higher education.

Save the Student has launched its first-ever bursary, offering six awards of £750 each to help new students from low-income backgrounds cover the cost of essentials as they start university in autumn 2025.

The University of East London and Advance HE have published an article about the benefits of pre-arrival questionnaires for students and institutions.

HEPI (Higher Education Policy Institute) with academics from University of Bristol have published research on the impact of hindsight on students’ higher education choices.

NHS England wants your help to encourage students to use the NHS app. Students can use this digital tool to maintain access to healthcare during their university journey.

The University of Bristol has published new research about understanding the barriers and possibilities for refugees wanting to access UK higher education.

The Office for Students has published research about students’ expectations and experiences of higher education.

HEPI (Higher Education Policy Institute) has published research about young people’s preparedness for higher education.

INTO Global, a recruitment organisation for international students, has published research which has found that visa delays are significantly impacting international students’ experiences.

UKRI (UK Research and Innovation Council) has announced an 8% increase of stipends for 2025/26.

BBC News has published an article covering the 20% increase of maintenance loans in Northern Ireland.

Student Minds has published a set of resources designed to support students through the second term of university.

An academic at Durham University has published an article about their research exploring how student influencers are filling the gap for student support services.

NEON (National Education Opportunities Network) has published a report about the regional inequalities and a widening gap in university admissions for students who receive free-school meals.

HEPI (Higher Education Policy Institute) has published an article about tackling the integration challenges faced by Chinese students.

UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) has published their data about the admissions to university in 2024. It found that disadvantaged applicants reached a record high in participation, though advantaged groups used clearing the most.

The Head of Public Policy at Office of the Independent Adjudicator (OIA) has published an article about the challenges students face during transfers and closures in higher education.

UPP Foundation has published a report showing data about how supported transitions from college into higher education can improve student retention rates, build student confidence and foster more diverse university populations.

The UK government has announced a rise in tuition fees and maintenance loans for UK students studying at English providers starting the 2025/26 academic year.

The Children’s Commissioner has published a handbook for professionals working in higher education for improving the experiences of care-experienced students.

HEPI (Higher Education Policy Institute) has published an article addressing access to higher education for underrepresented students. It highlights that they struggle significantly with retention and academic performance compared to their peers from wealthier areas.