UniStart is a free guidance platform and mobile app that helps UK residents discover funded university courses, understand how Student Finance works and get support from real Student Advisors.

Is UniStart a university or a government organisation?

No. UniStart is not a university and not a government body. It is an independent guidance and recruitment service operated by AllCampus UK Limited to help residents apply to partner universities that can be funded through Student Finance.

Who operates UniStart?

UniStart is operated by AllCampus UK Limited, an education recruitment and advisory company based in the United Kingdom.

Is UniStart free to use?

Yes. UniStart guidance is free for students and applicants. In many cases AllCampus UK Limited is paid by partner universities when a student successfully enrols and receives funding, so applicants do not pay any consultancy fee.

Who can use UniStart?

UniStart is designed for adults living in the UK, typically aged 18–55, who have the right to study and want to explore funded university options with foundation year or standard degrees.

Does UniStart guarantee university admission?

No. UniStart cannot guarantee admission. Your place is decided by the university based on its own academic and eligibility criteria. UniStart helps you understand the requirements, choose suitable courses and prepare for interviews.

Does UniStart guarantee Student Finance funding?

No. UniStart does not control Student Finance decisions and cannot guarantee funding. Tuition fee and maintenance support are normally provided by Student Finance England or the relevant UK funding body, which makes the final decision on eligibility.

What does “100% funded” mean on UniStart?

When UniStart refers to a course as “100% funded”, it usually means that, for eligible students, the full tuition fee can be covered by a UK student loan and that maintenance support may also be available. Exact amounts and eligibility depend on your personal situation and the rules of Student Finance.

Is UniStart affiliated with Student Finance England?

No. UniStart is not part of Student Finance England and does not represent the UK government. UniStart explains how Student Finance works in clear language and helps applicants prepare their own applications to the official funding bodies.

Can UniStart share my details with universities?

With your consent, UniStart may share your information with selected partner universities so that your application can be processed and your place can be confirmed. Your data is handled in line with our Privacy Policy.

How does the UniStart process normally work?

Typically you send your contact details through the UniStart app or website, speak with a Student Advisor about your goals and eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, and then receive support with the university and Student Finance application steps.

How can I contact UniStart if I have questions?

You can contact UniStart through the mobile app, by using the contact form on unistart.app or by emailing support@unistart.app. A Student Advisor will follow up to discuss your situation and next steps.

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Why Partner with UniStart?

We're transparent about our strengths and where we're still growing.

3-day review

Zero fees

Verified UK students

Feature

UniStart Early Access

Your niche advantage

UNiDAYS / StudentBeans

Mass market platforms

Target Audience Key Differentiator

EU students with verified settled/pre-settled status

Highly targeted, underserved demographic

All students globally

Broad reach, less targeted

Student Verification

Home Office status + enrollment + funding

Triple verification for quality

Email verification only

Basic student verification

Average Student Funding Key Differentiator

~£18,000 confirmed eligibility

Verified purchasing power

Mixed, unverified

No funding verification

Brand Competition Key Differentiator

Low competition, niche focus

Stand out, not blend in

Hundreds of brands per category

High saturation

Partnership Cost Key Differentiator

100% FREE founding partner program

No listing fees, no commissions

Listing fees + commission

Or monthly subscription charges

Partner Support

Founder-level personal onboarding

Direct access to our team

Self-service portals

Automated support systems

Analytics Dashboard

In development

Monthly email reports for now

Full-featured dashboards

Real-time analytics

Total Student Reach

Growing, early stage

Niche focus over mass reach

Millions of students

Established global reach

Target Audience

Key Differentiator

UniStart

EU students with verified settled/pre-settled status

Highly targeted, underserved demographic

UNiDAYS/StudentBeans

All students globally

Broad reach, less targeted

Student Verification

UniStart

Home Office + enrollment + funding verification

Competitors

Email verification only

Average Student Funding

Key Differentiator

UniStart

~£18,000 confirmed eligibility

Verified purchasing power

Competitors

Mixed, unverified

Brand Competition

Key Differentiator

UniStart

Low competition, niche focus

Stand out, not blend in

Competitors

Hundreds of brands per category

Partnership Cost

Key Differentiator

UniStart

100% FREE

No fees, no commissions

Competitors

Listing fees + commission

Partner Support

UniStart

Founder-level personal onboarding

Competitors

Self-service portals

Analytics Dashboard

UniStart

In development

Monthly reports for now

Competitors

Full-featured dashboards

Total Student Reach

UniStart

Growing, early stage

Competitors

Millions of students

The Bottom Line

We're not bigger than UNiDAYS or StudentBeans. But we offer something they don't: verified access to a specific, funded student demographic with less competition and personal support.

If you're looking for millions of students, go with the big platforms. If you want quality over quantity and a chance to grow with an emerging platform, we'd love to partner.

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Partner Highlights

We make it easy for verified businesses that want to support students and reach a verified student audience.

Fast review: 3 days

Verified student audience

No long-term commitment

Verified Student Audience

EU citizens with confirmed settled/pre-settled status and Student Finance eligibility (avg £18k funding). Not just email verification.

Founder-Level Support

We personally review, format, and help optimize your offer. Direct communication with our team, not automated systems.

Fast Review & Launch

Typical review within 3 business days. We'll work with you to ensure your offer is compelling and compliant.

Free Partnership

No upfront fees, no monthly charges. Early access to our platform as we grow together.

Niche Targeting

Reach students who are underserved by mass-market platforms. Less competition, more relevance for your brand.

No Long-Term Commitment

Month-to-month partnership. Pause or end anytime with 30 days notice. We earn your continued partnership.

Is this for you?

UniStart partners vary widely in size, but we don't do door-to-door or pay-per-user deals. All student IDs are already pre-verified by us, so you don't have to.

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Food & drink

Cafes, fast food, or fine dining, if you serve meals, drinks, or snacks, you're in.

Ex: restaurants, coffee shops, meal kits

Retail & fashion

Clothing, accessories, or lifestyle goods, online or in-store, we love it all.

Ex: apparel, shoes, accessories

Travel & transport

Buses, trains, flights, hotels, or tours, help students move around or explore.

Ex: coach tickets, rail cards, hostels

Tech & subscriptions

Software, devices, SaaS, or subscription boxes, anything that makes student life easier.

Ex: streaming, cloud storage, tools

Fitness & wellness

Gyms, sports clubs, yoga, mental health, or spas, encourage healthy student living.

Ex: gym memberships, wellness apps

Local services

Hairdressers, laundry, repairs, or student essentials, day-to-day needs in one place.

Ex: barbers, laundromats, phone repairs

What you get

We offer a free place for your brand at the centre of our digital student hub, plus a direct channel to convert.

Featured placement inside UniStart

Direct access to verified student traffic

Optional co-marketing support

Visibility inside UniStart app & website

Prime placement in our digital hub

Verified UK students audience

Pre-verified, no ID checks needed

Campaign spotlights during peak enrollment

Maximum visibility when it matters

Performance feedback loop

Track student interest & redemptions

Dedicated partnership support

Expert team to help you succeed

Optional co-marketing opportunities

Amplify reach across email & social

How it works

From submission to launch, we make partnership simple and fast

Submit your offer

Fill out a 2-minute form to list your discount with us.

Quick review

We verify eligibility, format the offer, and add it in 3 days.

Launch with UniStart

Your discount is now live for all UK students using the app.

Optimize & grow

Watch student engagement, tweak offers, and support youth education.

What we need from you

Keep it simple: name your business and tell us the discount. We'll take care of the rest (and walk you through any special setup).

Required

Your info: business name, contact name, email
Discount summary (10% off, free delivery, etc.)
A headline (max 40 characters; we can help)
Contact details for partnership follow-up

Nice to Have (Optional)

Brand assets: your logo or banner (PNG) (optional)
If your brand supports cause (student aid, etc.) (optional)

Privacy note: We only use your business info to list your offer. We don't share details with third parties without consent.

FAQ

Quick answers to common questions about partnering with UniStart.

Who are UniStart students?

UniStart serves EU citizens in the UK with settled or pre-settled status who are applying to university. Our students are verified for their legal residency status and Student Finance eligibility (average £18,000 in funding). This is a specific, underserved demographic compared to mass-market student platforms.

How is UniStart different from UNiDAYS or StudentBeans?

Unlike broad student platforms, we focus exclusively on EU students with verified UK residency and confirmed funding eligibility. This means less competition for your discount, higher purchase intent, and access to a niche audience that larger platforms don't specifically target. We're early-stage, so you'll get founder-level support and help optimizing your offer.

Is there a cost to partner with UniStart?

No. We're currently offering free partnerships as part of our founding partner program. No setup fees, no monthly charges, no commission. We want to grow together with brands who believe in supporting students.

What types of discounts can I offer?

Percentage discounts (10-50% off), fixed amounts (£10 off £50), free trials, buy-one-get-one offers, or free shipping. We'll work with you to create an offer that's attractive to students while sustainable for your business. Most successful offers are 15-25% off.

How long does the review process take?

Typically 3 business days. We manually review each partnership to ensure quality and compliance. You'll hear from our team with feedback or approval, and we'll help you refine the offer if needed.

How are students verified?

Students verify their settled/pre-settled status and enrollment through our app using official documentation. We check Home Office status and university acceptance. This is more thorough than email-only verification used by some platforms.

Will I be able to track discount performance?

We're building analytics features for partners. Initially, you'll receive monthly email reports with redemption counts and basic insights. As we grow, we'll add a self-service dashboard. For now, we keep you informed personally.

What types of businesses partner with UniStart?

We welcome all business categories: retail (fashion, tech), food & beverage, services (software, subscriptions), travel, entertainment, health & fitness, and local businesses near universities. If students might be interested, we want to talk.

Can I change or pause my discount?

Yes. Email our partnerships team anytime to update discount terms, pause temporarily, or end your partnership. We aim to respond within 24 hours. You're in control.

This sounds great - what's the catch?

No catch. We're early-stage and building our partner network. By joining now, you help us grow while accessing a unique student demographic. As we scale, we may introduce performance-based pricing, but founding partners will keep favorable terms.

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