Search & Browse
Multiple ways to discover universities:Search Bar
Intelligent search supporting:- Full university names (e.g., “University of Oxford”)
- Abbreviations (e.g., “UCL”, “LSE”)
- Nicknames (e.g., “Oxbridge”)
- Location (e.g., “universities in London”)
Quick Filters
Russell Group
24 leading research universities
Scotland
Scottish universities with 4-year degrees
London
Universities in Greater London area
Red Brick
Historic civic universities
Campus
Universities with dedicated campus
City
Universities integrated into cities
University Profile
Each university profile features a multi-tab interface with comprehensive information:Profile Tab
Key university statistics and overview:Quick Stats Bar
- Demographics
- Academic
- Location
- Total student population
- International student percentage
- Female to male ratio
- Student to staff ratio
University Description
Official university overview including:- History and heritage
- Academic strengths
- Notable alumni
- Research focus areas
- Campus facilities
Descriptions are pulled from verified university sources and updated annually.
Campus Locations
Interactive map showing:- Main campus location
- Satellite campuses
- Distance to city center
- Tap to expand full-screen map view
Stats Tab
Detailed analytics and rankings:National Rankings
Overall Academic Ranking
Overall Academic Ranking
- Guardian University Guide rank
- Complete University Guide rank
- Times/Sunday Times rank
- Trend indicators (↑ improving, ↓ declining)
Subject Rankings
Subject Rankings
- Top 10 subject areas at this university
- Subject-specific league table positions
- Research quality ratings (REF)
Student Satisfaction
Student Satisfaction
- NSS overall satisfaction score
- Teaching quality rating
- Student support rating
- Learning resources rating
Specialist Rankings
Accommodation Rank
Quality and availability of university housing
Cost Rank
Affordability including tuition and living costs
Diversity Rank
Ethnic, international, and socioeconomic diversity
Nights Out Rank
Student nightlife and social scene quality
Safety Rank
Campus security and local area crime rates
Sports Rank
Athletic facilities and sports program quality
Graphs Tab
Visual analytics and comparisons:Radar Chart
Spider graph comparing 6 key metrics:- Accommodation quality
- Cost affordability
- Diversity score
- Nightlife quality
- Safety rating
- Sports facilities
Graduate Outcomes
Interactive charts showing:- Employment rate 15 months after graduation
- Average graduate starting salary
- Further study percentage
- Sector distribution of graduates
Demographics Breakdown
- Student Origins
- Age Distribution
- Subject Popularity
Pie chart of UK vs. international students with country breakdown
Courses Tab
Integrated course search filtered to this university:- All courses offered at this institution
- Search and filter by subject, entry requirements, fees
- Quick action to shortlist or compare courses
- Tap any course to view full course details
Course search within university profiles uses the same powerful filtering system as the main Course Discovery feature.
Open Days Tab
Upcoming open day events:- In-person campus visits
- Virtual open days
- Subject-specific taster days
- Applicant visit days (for offer holders)
- Date range
- Event type (virtual/in-person)
- Subject area
Accommodation Tab
Student housing options at this university:University Halls
Official university accommodation showing:- Hall names and locations
- Room types (ensuite, shared bathroom, studio)
- Prices per week
- Catering options
- Distance from main campus
Private Accommodation
Third-party student housing near campus:- Provider name (e.g., Unite Students, Vita Student)
- Property types and amenities
- Price comparison
- Distance to campus
Accommodation data is pulled from Chapter’s accommodation database with 2,500+ verified properties.
Societies Tab
Student societies and clubs at this university:- Full list of registered societies (20,000+ across all universities)
- Filter by category: Academic, Sports, Cultural, Religious, Special Interest
- Member counts and activity levels
- Contact information and social media links
Interactive Features
Bottom Action Bar
Persistent action buttons at the bottom of every profile:Website
In-app browser to official university site
Compare
Add to university comparison tool
Like/Dislike
Swipe-style interactions to shortlist universities
User Interactions
Track your university preferences:- Likes: Universities you’re interested in (saved to profile)
- Dislikes: Universities to hide from recommendations
- Views: Recently viewed universities (up to 100)
- Shortlists: Custom lists for UCAS choices, backup options, etc.
Similar Universities
Intelligent recommendations based on:- Geographic proximity
- Similar entry requirements
- Comparable rankings
- Subject strengths overlap
- Student demographics similarity
University Comparison
Tap “Compare” to add universities to side-by-side comparison:- Info
- Stats
- Analysis
- Entry requirements
- Student numbers
- Key facts
- Facilities
Map View
See universities on an interactive map:- University markers with logos
- Cluster markers showing multiple universities in a region
- Filter by Russell Group, location, or ranking tier
- Tap markers to view quick stats popup
- Switch between satellite and standard map styles
Recently Viewed & Recommended
Recently Viewed Universities
Automatic tracking of:- Last 100 universities you visited
- Synced across devices
- Accessible from Hub carousel
Personalized Recommendations
Universities suggested based on:- Course Match quiz responses
- Universities on your shortlists
- Viewing history patterns
- Similar user preferences
Recommendations update daily as you interact with courses and universities in the app.
Search Filters
Advanced filtering options:Location
Location
- Region (England, Scotland, Wales, NI)
- City/town
- Distance from your location
- Campus vs. city university
Rankings
Rankings
- Overall ranking range
- Subject-specific rankings
- Student satisfaction minimum
Student Life
Student Life
- University size (small, medium, large)
- International student percentage
- Accommodation guarantee for first years
Cost
Cost
- Tuition fee range
- Accommodation cost range
- Scholarship availability
Sorting Options
Organize results by:- Overall academic ranking (best to worst)
- Distance (nearest first)
- Student satisfaction (highest rated)
- Total cost (most affordable)
- Match percentage (if using Course Match)
Related Features
Course Discovery
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Accommodation
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What's On
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