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Gilles Guilbert
03/04/2025

When it comes to Royal Colleges, finding the right voice can feel like walking a tightrope. Lean too far into formality, and the institution risks coming across as stuffy and unapproachable. Swing too far into casual territory, and it might undermine its authority and heritage. Developing a consistent tone of voice isn’t just about how […]

Gilles Guilbert
28/03/2025

Higher education branding trends and marketing strategies are evolving quickly in 2025. AI-driven personalisation, immersive tech, and digital-first engagement strategies are quickly becoming essential among higher education marketers competing for a smaller number of prospective students. Current students in today’s world have a huge range of educational institutions to choose from, as well as various […]

Gilles Guilbert
17/03/2025

The need for effective university differentiation strategies has never been greater. Studies from UCAS show that while application numbers are increasing gradually in the UK, large groups of students are beginning to explore alternatives to traditional classroom teaching. With tuition fees rising and more alternative pathways popping up, universities can’t just rely on reputation alone. […]

Gilles Guilbert
11/03/2025

A Royal College brand strategy is more important than most people realise. Royal Colleges hold a unique position in the UK’s educational landscape. They might make up a tiny fraction of all the various higher education institutions, public, and private schools students have to choose from, but their reputation is unmatched. Steeped in history, built […]

Gilles Guilbert
06/01/2025

Do you know how to optimise your university branding for international student recruitment? If not, you could be missing out on an excellent growth opportunity. After all, students don’t just make decisions on where to learn based on the price of courses, or how close a campus is to their home. They’re looking for the […]

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