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Key Notes: TNE and the 2026 UK International Education Strategy
Introducing and explaining the UK's 2026 international education strategy and the significance of a strategic pivot to TNE.
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Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
Learn how German universities can effectively use social media to attract international students, tailored for different academic...
Using LinkedIn in Your Graduate Student Recruitment
Discover how to leverage the power of LinkedIn for student recruitment in higher education. Boost your graduate recruitment with these...
Higher Ed Social Media Tips for 2026
Discover top social media strategies for higher education in 2026, including mastering TikTok's algorithm, leveraging paid ads, and...
Top University Social Media Accounts in 2023
A strong social media presence is crucial for higher ed institutions. Read on to learn how the top performers do it right.
2023 Wrapped: Our Top 10 Most Popular Higher Ed Articles
Here are our top 10 higher education articles of 2023! Our end-of-the-year gift to you... all wrapped up.
Top University Social Media Accounts of 2022
Having a social media presence is integral to student recruitment. We take a look at some of the university social media accounts...
Have your Facebook student groups gone quiet? How to leverage student communities
Facebook groups have long been a popular channel for universities to create student communities, however now they are reporting drops...
The Value of Social Media Advertising for Universities
The value of social media advertising is often debated in higher education marketing. Here are some insights on why your university...
Are More Students Using Social Media as a Search Engine?
With the younger generations coming through, are more and more prospective students using social media in place of traditional search...
Best Practices for Using Paid Ads on Facebook and Instagram
Best practices on using ad campaigns on Facebook and Instagram.
How to Use LinkedIn for Higher Education
LinkedIn may not be the top priority for admissions teams, but we look at how it can be used for student recruitment & to help...
Growing Popularity of Instagram Reels for Student Recruitment
Introducing Instagram Reels: A new social media tool for engaging students.
Higher Education News
Top 7 Social Media Updates for Higher Ed As 2026 Begins
11 min read
2025 was a transformative year for social media, with a few changes big enough to make permanently alter the landscape. While some platforms are...
12.15.2025
Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany
6 min read
In our recent Social Media Masterclass, we sat down with Stefanie Herta, a social media expert and former international...
02.19.2024
Using LinkedIn in Your Graduate Student Recruitment
4 min read
Higher ed marketing on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are commonplace. But, while these are the most widespread...
01.15.2024
Higher Ed Social Media Tips for 2026
7 min read
Updated on: December 4th, 2025 As we look toward 2026, the higher education social media landscape is shifting faster...
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State of Student Recruitment 2025 Report
The 2025 State of Student Recruitment Report offers vital insights into the evolving world of prospective students.
12.07.2023
Top University Social Media Accounts in 2023
12 min read
Creating a compelling social media presence is now more vital than ever for educational institutions. Social media has...
11.30.2023
2023 Wrapped: Our Top 10 Most Popular Higher Ed Articles
9 min read
The year is coming to an end, and with that, the influx of end-of-year compilations. (Spoiler alert: we are no...
11.14.2023
Top University Social Media Accounts of 2022
16 min read
As in every other industry, social media has become an indispensable tool in higher education marketing. A successful...
08.24.2023
Have your Facebook student groups gone quiet? How to leverage student communities
4 min read
While Facebook groups have long been a popular channel for universities to create student communities, the platform has...
11.21.2022
The Value of Social Media Advertising for Universities
4 min read
Social media advertising often forms a part of a university’s overall marketing strategy, but it should be approached...
10.13.2022
Are More Students Using Social Media as a Search Engine?
5 min read
Social media can be useful for finding the best restaurant in town, and as a single source for finding reviews,...
09.14.2022
Best Practices for Using Paid Ads on Facebook and Instagram
5 min read
Those working in higher education marketing will already know the value of using Facebook and Instagram campaigns or...
09.05.2022
How to Use LinkedIn for Higher Education
6 min read
LinkedIn is the place to be when it comes to professional networking, but with students spending more and more time on...
08.26.2022
Growing Popularity of Instagram Reels for Student Recruitment
4 min read
Instagram has switched its attention to reels, and universities are using the short videos to engage with their current...
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