The HEPI report on England’s Curriculum and Assessment Review, sponsored by the University of Chester, confirms undergraduates feel underprepared for the non-academic aspects of university life and would like to see more preparation for higher education in the school curriculum. Work produced jointly by HEPI, Advance HE and the University of Bristol in spring 2024 shows a significant proportion of students would make a different choice, perhaps a different course and / or a different university, if they could have their time again, which should act as another clarion call for better information, advice and guidance. So Unite Students deserves our plaudits for running this survey, for repeating it year after year and for reinforcing the voices of applicants so that they can be heard by those with influence and power, who have the means to make a positive difference. FOREWORD Unite Students | Applicant Index Report 6 INTRODUCTION THEMATIC ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY TOPICAL ISSUES BACK TO CONTENTS