Congratulations to all our #Heist2022
nominees and winners!
Best Student Recruitment Campaign 2022
SPONSORED BY
Anglia Ruskin University Amplify
Arts University Bournemouth Stop Scrolling
Imperial College London Your Head Start
Kingston University London Clearing 2021 Recruitment Campaign
Loughborough University The Big Splash
Nottingham Trent University NTU's PhD Studentships
Nottingham Trent University Your Place, or Ours?
The University of Sheffield Undergraduate Campaign 2022
University of Bedfordshire Defy Expectations
University of Leicester What do you want to change?
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of Leicester What do you want to change?
This entry made good use of the student voice through powerful creative. It was a strong and authentic campaign, with great impact.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Kingston University London Clearing 2021 Recruitment Campaign
This campaign had a compelling narrative and delivered great results in very challenging market conditions - enhancing main cycle recruitment objectives and attracting Clearing applications.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University NTU's PhD Studentships
Strong results for this PhD campaign. The judges were excited to see a campaign in this area doing so well, and considering EDI in this way.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of Leicester What do you want to change?
This entry made good use of the student voice through powerful creative. It was a strong and authentic campaign, with great impact.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Kingston University London Clearing 2021 Recruitment Campaign
This campaign had a compelling narrative and delivered great results in very challenging market conditions - enhancing main cycle recruitment objectives and attracting Clearing applications.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University NTU's PhD Studentships
Strong results for this PhD campaign. The judges were excited to see a campaign in this area doing so well, and considering EDI in this way.
Best International Campaign or Initiative 2022
SPONSORED BY
Arden University We Are Arden
Aston University The Hello Team - Ask Us Anything
Hartpury University Coming to Hartpury - International Conversion Campaign
Leeds Beckett University Leeds Beckett Global Campaign
Loughborough University What do you miss about the UK?
Nottingham Trent University NTU's PhD Studentships
Richmond, the American International University in London UG US Student Recruitment Campaign 21-22
Royal College of Art Make Change
Swansea University Online Enrolment and Arrivals Talks for January Entry
University for Peace (UPEACE) Guardian Group & UPEACE Global Leadership Diploma Scholarship
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Leeds Beckett Global Campaign
This was a very well thought out and well executed campaign, focused on creating a warm and friendly environment for international students and achieving excellent results.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Aston University The Hello Team - Ask Us Anything
A super focused and authentic campaign delivered by students, to students - resulting in great outcomes. Simple, but strong and very effective. Well done, Aston University.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Royal College of Art Make Change
An insight-driven campaign, founded in research with a clear aim. The judges were particularly impressed by the strong creative and notable results.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University for Peace (UPEACE) Guardian Group & UPEACE Global Leadership Diploma Scholarship
Evidencing excellent campaign work, the judges were impressed with the great content and the outcomes achieved in this entry - showing how utilising stories and focussing on specific challenges in a community can be very effective in the HE sector.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Leeds Beckett Global Campaign
This was a very well thought out and well executed campaign, focused on creating a warm and friendly environment for international students and achieving excellent results.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Aston University The Hello Team - Ask Us Anything
A super focused and authentic campaign delivered by students, to students - resulting in great outcomes. Simple, but strong and very effective. Well done, Aston University.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Royal College of Art Make Change
An insight-driven campaign, founded in research with a clear aim. The judges were particularly impressed by the strong creative and notable results.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University for Peace (UPEACE) Guardian Group & UPEACE Global Leadership Diploma Scholarship
Evidencing excellent campaign work, the judges were impressed with the great content and the outcomes achieved in this entry - showing how utilising stories and focussing on specific challenges in a community can be very effective in the HE sector.
Best Use of Content 2022
SPONSORED BY
Birmingham City University Get Ready For Uni
London School of Economics & Political Science Research for the World
Loughborough University Cuppa with a Scientist
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
Nottingham Trent University NTU Graduation
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance Trinity Laban's Digital Gold Medal Showcase 2021
University of East Anglia #ClimateofChange
University of East London Where Next?
University of Liverpool The Liverpool Welcome Podcast Series
University of Stirling Be Here
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Loughborough University Cuppa with a Scientist
This entry made our judges smile. Loughborough University identified a clear problem based on insight, tapped into an innovative way to support the STEM agenda and delivered a solution with far reaching impact and longevity. Congratulations.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Liverpool The Liverpool Welcome Podcast Series
An innovative solution to solve an old problem, University of Liverpool identified a clear challenge and created a podcast based on audience understanding. With great, high-quality execution, produced cost effectively and quickly, this achieved targets and really impressed the judges.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
This was a strong submission based on sector research with EDI considerations woven throughout. Nottingham Trent University demonstrated true innovation with the re-purposing of content and upskilling of academic staff. Well done.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance Trinity Laban's Digital Gold Medal Showcase 2021
A standout example of having to pivot during the pandemic, the judges applauded Trinity Laban for their well-considered plans for filming and for delivering such high quality, on-brand content in the midst of such challenging times.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Loughborough University Cuppa with a Scientist
This entry made our judges smile. Loughborough University identified a clear problem based on insight, tapped into an innovative way to support the STEM agenda and delivered a solution with far reaching impact and longevity. Congratulations.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Liverpool The Liverpool Welcome Podcast Series
An innovative solution to solve an old problem, University of Liverpool identified a clear challenge and created a podcast based on audience understanding. With great, high-quality execution, produced cost effectively and quickly, this achieved targets and really impressed the judges.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
This was a strong submission based on sector research with EDI considerations woven throughout. Nottingham Trent University demonstrated true innovation with the re-purposing of content and upskilling of academic staff. Well done.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance Trinity Laban's Digital Gold Medal Showcase 2021
A standout example of having to pivot during the pandemic, the judges applauded Trinity Laban for their well-considered plans for filming and for delivering such high quality, on-brand content in the midst of such challenging times.
Most Effective use of Digital or Social 2022
SPONSORED BY
Arts University Bournemouth How Social Media Took Centre Stage of the HE Marketing Plan
Leeds Beckett University Taking Our Brand Beyond Boundaries
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
University for the Creative Arts University for the Creative Arts Website
University of Chichester TikTok Brand Awareness and Engagement
University of East Anglia The Digital Engine Room
University of East London Where Next?
University of Gloucestershire Digital Flagship Estate
University of Leicester JEM Online
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia The Digital Engine Room
Genuine sector leading - and beyond. This entry really showcases a full digital transformation and positions UEA to be at the forefront of the sector, with the creation of a superb platform that will generate growth for a long time.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth How Social Media Took Centre Stage of the HE Marketing Plan
While many universities have embraced digital prospectuses via the web, Arts University Bournemouth have demonstrated real disruptive innovation in their use of social media to widen reach and access to this content. This pioneering and highly innovative approach is hugely impressive, and it really chimes with their brand ethos. Well done.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Taking Our Brand Beyond Boundaries
This was a really strong submission with a clearly defined challenge, a research-based approach to planning creative content to meet user needs and a multi-channel campaign with strong measured results. Congratulations.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University of Chichester TikTok Brand Awareness and Engagement
Brilliant, relevant and bringing the brand to life - the team has achieved incredible success with their early adoption and use of TikTok and shown themselves to be innovative and resourceful in a very challenging environment with a smaller marketing team and budget.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia The Digital Engine Room
Genuine sector leading - and beyond. This entry really showcases a full digital transformation and positions UEA to be at the forefront of the sector, with the creation of a superb platform that will generate growth for a long time.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth How Social Media Took Centre Stage of the HE Marketing Plan
While many universities have embraced digital prospectuses via the web, Arts University Bournemouth have demonstrated real disruptive innovation in their use of social media to widen reach and access to this content. This pioneering and highly innovative approach is hugely impressive, and it really chimes with their brand ethos. Well done.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Taking Our Brand Beyond Boundaries
This was a really strong submission with a clearly defined challenge, a research-based approach to planning creative content to meet user needs and a multi-channel campaign with strong measured results. Congratulations.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University of Chichester TikTok Brand Awareness and Engagement
Brilliant, relevant and bringing the brand to life - the team has achieved incredible success with their early adoption and use of TikTok and shown themselves to be innovative and resourceful in a very challenging environment with a smaller marketing team and budget.
Best Brand/Reputation Campaign
SPONSORED BY
Bangor University Creating the Extraordinary
Loughborough University Tokyo Games
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
Swansea University International World Rankings and Research Reputation Campaign
The Engineering & Design Institute London (TEDI-London) The 2021 Agenda
University of East Anglia #ClimateofChange
University of East London Never Not Pushing Forward
University of Leicester Research Reputation Campaign
University of Portsmouth Revolution Plastics
University of Reading Partnering for the Planet
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of East London Never Not Pushing Forward
A bold, ambitious and well-integrated campaign, with clearly defined and thought through channels to have a maximum impact. The judges were delighted to see the growth that can be attributed to this campaign - congratulations University of East London.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
Tackling a challenging space, Nottingham Trent University delivered a multi-channel campaign backed by great research to a well-defined target audience - and achieved extraordinary results.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of Reading Partnering for the Planet
This is a worthy and important campaign focussed on a topical subject of our times. The elements of the project all worked together cohesively, taking on board a vast amount of audience insight. Well done University of Reading.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
University of East London Never Not Pushing Forward
A bold, ambitious and well-integrated campaign, with clearly defined and thought through channels to have a maximum impact. The judges were delighted to see the growth that can be attributed to this campaign - congratulations University of East London.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
Tackling a challenging space, Nottingham Trent University delivered a multi-channel campaign backed by great research to a well-defined target audience - and achieved extraordinary results.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of Reading Partnering for the Planet
This is a worthy and important campaign focussed on a topical subject of our times. The elements of the project all worked together cohesively, taking on board a vast amount of audience insight. Well done University of Reading.
Best Open Day Experience
SPONSORED BY
London College of Communication, University of the Arts London Virtual Open Day
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Virtual Open Days 2022
Queen Mary University of London Undergraduate Open Day
Royal Northern College of Music Discover RNCM
The University of Edinburgh Edinburgh's year of Postgraduate Virtual Open Days (October 2020 - July 2021)
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) UCLan's Virtual Experience (Vepple Platform)
University of Liverpool Original Open Weeks
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
The University of Edinburgh Edinburgh's year of Postgraduate Virtual Open Days (October 2020 - July 2021)
For delivering an ambitious calendar of events with EDI and accessibility considerations woven throughout, the judges applauded The University of Edinburgh for succeeding in their objectives and gaining the support of the whole university. Congratulations.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Liverpool Original Open Weeks
A well-researched and executed online open day that was delivered in a user-friendly, easy to navigate website whilst avoiding expensive virtual platforms. The judges were impressed by the strong data on visits, attention to on-demand content and the overall cost-effective approach.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Royal Northern College of Music Discover RNCM
The judges commended the team at Royal Northern College of Music for delivering an impressive schedule of events and excellent Open Day Experience on a minimal budget. An admirable achievement for a small team - well done.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
The University of Edinburgh Edinburgh's year of Postgraduate Virtual Open Days (October 2020 - July 2021)
For delivering an ambitious calendar of events with EDI and accessibility considerations woven throughout, the judges applauded The University of Edinburgh for succeeding in their objectives and gaining the support of the whole university. Congratulations.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Liverpool Original Open Weeks
A well-researched and executed online open day that was delivered in a user-friendly, easy to navigate website whilst avoiding expensive virtual platforms. The judges were impressed by the strong data on visits, attention to on-demand content and the overall cost-effective approach.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Royal Northern College of Music Discover RNCM
The judges commended the team at Royal Northern College of Music for delivering an impressive schedule of events and excellent Open Day Experience on a minimal budget. An admirable achievement for a small team - well done.
Best Widening Participation Initiative
SPONSORED BY
Leeds Beckett University The Progression Module
University for Peace (UPEACE) Guardian Group & UPEACE Global Leadership Diploma Scholarship
University of East Anglia Make it Count
University of East London Summer School Challenge 2021
University of Hull The Jeremy Round LGBTQ+ Scholarship
University of Leicester FutureMe
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University The Progression Module
An excellent initiative delivering change at scale, this is a big impact Widening Participation project. Expertly organised and planned, the validated outcomes speak for themselves, and will no doubt continue to for years to come.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Hull The Jeremy Round LGBTQ+ Scholarship
A great statement of University of Hull's inclusivity, this was bold, brave and emotive. This is a great example of not just widening participation, but true inclusivity. Congratulations.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia Make it Count
A very proactive initiative, this clearly benefited University of East Anglia students and school pupils alike, meeting targets and achieving very positive feedback. A truly wonderful project.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University of East London Summer School Challenge 2021
A careers first approach to widening participation that delivered extremely positive outcomes. The quotes from the participants are a testament to this project's success - well done University of East London.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University The Progression Module
An excellent initiative delivering change at scale, this is a big impact Widening Participation project. Expertly organised and planned, the validated outcomes speak for themselves, and will no doubt continue to for years to come.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Hull The Jeremy Round LGBTQ+ Scholarship
A great statement of University of Hull's inclusivity, this was bold, brave and emotive. This is a great example of not just widening participation, but true inclusivity. Congratulations.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia Make it Count
A very proactive initiative, this clearly benefited University of East Anglia students and school pupils alike, meeting targets and achieving very positive feedback. A truly wonderful project.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
University of East London Summer School Challenge 2021
A careers first approach to widening participation that delivered extremely positive outcomes. The quotes from the participants are a testament to this project's success - well done University of East London.
Best Use of Data, Insight or Marketing Research 2022
SPONSORED BY
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
The Northern School of Art The Northern School of Art & Mediaworks Partnership
University of East London UG Main Cycle 2021 Campaign Strategy
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
This entry hit all the criteria and showed continuous use of data throughout. It was good to see EDI being considered and woven into the approach.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of East London UG Main Cycle 2021 Campaign Strategy
A really data-centric submission, there was clear articulation of what was achieved in this entry. The story was told through data which helped it stand out in this category.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
This entry hit all the criteria and showed continuous use of data throughout. It was good to see EDI being considered and woven into the approach.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of East London UG Main Cycle 2021 Campaign Strategy
A really data-centric submission, there was clear articulation of what was achieved in this entry. The story was told through data which helped it stand out in this category.
Best Community/Business Engagement Campaign or Initiative
SPONSORED BY
Birmingham City University Inspired Festival
Edinburgh Napier University #NapierNames
University for Peace (UPEACE) Guardian Group & UPEACE Global Leadership Diploma Scholarship
University of East Anglia Hello Future - Norwich Science Festival
University of the West of Scotland UWS Together: A Whole-University and Community
Response to Tackling Covid-19
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Edinburgh Napier University #NapierNames
The judges were inspired by this brave, bold creative. It was a brilliant and exciting idea that was well-executed, with real meaning behind it.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia Hello Future - Norwich Science Festival
A great community engagement campaign for a good cause - and well timed! Consideration for sustainability was carried throughout the project, with excellent levels of staff and student engagement achieved.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Birmingham City University Inspired Festival
A great initiative that placed students at the heart of this campaign – from the showcasing of their work to ensuring they did not miss out on an experience. Lovely work.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Edinburgh Napier University #NapierNames
The judges were inspired by this brave, bold creative. It was a brilliant and exciting idea that was well-executed, with real meaning behind it.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of East Anglia Hello Future - Norwich Science Festival
A great community engagement campaign for a good cause - and well timed! Consideration for sustainability was carried throughout the project, with excellent levels of staff and student engagement achieved.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Birmingham City University Inspired Festival
A great initiative that placed students at the heart of this campaign – from the showcasing of their work to ensuring they did not miss out on an experience. Lovely work.
Best Engagement Campaign or Initiative 2022
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Pentacell Project
Loughborough University The £10k Challenge
Manchester Metropolitan University Feedback Festival
Middlesex University 'Map Your Future' Augmented Reality Experience
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
University of Hull Promoting on-campus accommodation for current students at the University of Hull with accommodation partner UPP Ltd.
University of Leicester HeadStart
University of Stirling This Is Stirling
University of Suffolk #UniSuffolkMadeMe
Loughborough University The £10k Challenge
Manchester Metropolitan University Feedback Festival
Middlesex University 'Map Your Future' Augmented Reality Experience
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
Nottingham Trent University Re:search, Re:imagined
University of Hull Promoting on-campus accommodation for current students at the University of Hull with accommodation partner UPP Ltd.
University of Leicester HeadStart
University of Stirling This Is Stirling
University of Suffolk #UniSuffolkMadeMe
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Pentacell Project
This entry really reflected the breadth of work reflected in the sector. It was a well considered, thoughtful campaign that identified a real problem within institutions and responded in a robust way - engaging alumni and students in a way that others can learn from.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Loughborough University The £10k Challenge
An inclusive campaign that smashed its targets and aligned really well to the institutions core values, this was a relatively simple idea executed very well with strong engagement.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Manchester Metropolitan University Feedback Festival
A bright, fun transformation project, well-integrated across all channels. There was a real understanding shown of what students engage with, which led to great outcomes.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Pentacell Project
This entry really reflected the breadth of work reflected in the sector. It was a well considered, thoughtful campaign that identified a real problem within institutions and responded in a robust way - engaging alumni and students in a way that others can learn from.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Loughborough University The £10k Challenge
An inclusive campaign that smashed its targets and aligned really well to the institutions core values, this was a relatively simple idea executed very well with strong engagement.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Manchester Metropolitan University Feedback Festival
A bright, fun transformation project, well-integrated across all channels. There was a real understanding shown of what students engage with, which led to great outcomes.
Best Student Recruitment Publication or Prospectus
SPONSORED BY
Arts University Bournemouth Putting the Love Back into the University Prospectus
Birmingham City University Undergraduate Prospectus
Buxton & Leek College Interactive Prospectus
Pearson College London Escape Studios Digital Prospectus
Queen Mary University of London - Malta Campus Queen Mary Malta Prospectus
Swansea College of Art UWTSD Specialist Prospectus
Swansea University Digital Undergraduate Prospectus
The University of Manchester Digital Undergraduate Prospectus
University of Chester The Get What Counts Approach
University of Gloucestershire 2022 Digital Prospectus
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth Putting the Love Back into the University Prospectus
Innovative. Sustainable. Authentic. All words used by the judges to describe this entry. It showed compelling results and the judges wouldn't be surprised if others didn't follow in AUBs footsteps!
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Pearson College London Escape Studios Digital Prospectus
Dynamic, engaging and befitting for the audience, Pearson College London made great use of student stories to bring to life the nature and values of their institution. This screamed creativity, which really impressed the judges.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Birmingham City University Undergraduate Prospectus
This entry showed bold and thoughtful decision making, with a great element of sustainability. It was a brave, confident move and the judges loved the use of students to create the cover.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth Putting the Love Back into the University Prospectus
Innovative. Sustainable. Authentic. All words used by the judges to describe this entry. It showed compelling results and the judges wouldn't be surprised if others didn't follow in AUBs footsteps!
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Pearson College London Escape Studios Digital Prospectus
Dynamic, engaging and befitting for the audience, Pearson College London made great use of student stories to bring to life the nature and values of their institution. This screamed creativity, which really impressed the judges.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
Birmingham City University Undergraduate Prospectus
This entry showed bold and thoughtful decision making, with a great element of sustainability. It was a brave, confident move and the judges loved the use of students to create the cover.
Best Low Budget Initiative (under £15K) 2022
SPONSORED BY
Bishop Grosseteste University 2021 Clearing Open Day: Full-funnel Tracking
Leeds Beckett University Beckett Talks: Telling Stories to the World
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
Swansea University Foodie Fridays
University of Bedfordshire Beds VIP Campaign
University of Leicester Citizens of Change 100 Scholarship
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
A standout entry in this category, this is an excellent example of how TikTok and user-generated content can work for a University to achieve outstanding results.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Bedfordshire Beds VIP Campaign
This was an excellent campaign with super clear objectives and a well-executed plan. A great example of taking existing creative and moulding it to a digitally focussed, brand level campaign centred around an annual cyclic event.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Swansea University Foodie Fridays
Quirky and original, this was a great content series produced in conjunction with student ambassadors that brought Swansea to life in an innovative yet cost effective way.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University Content Collective on TikTok
A standout entry in this category, this is an excellent example of how TikTok and user-generated content can work for a University to achieve outstanding results.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
University of Bedfordshire Beds VIP Campaign
This was an excellent campaign with super clear objectives and a well-executed plan. A great example of taking existing creative and moulding it to a digitally focussed, brand level campaign centred around an annual cyclic event.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Swansea University Foodie Fridays
Quirky and original, this was a great content series produced in conjunction with student ambassadors that brought Swansea to life in an innovative yet cost effective way.
Best Prospective Student Journey/Campaign 2022
SPONSORED BY
Arts University Bournemouth Tailoring a Better Integrated Student Journey
Leeds Beckett University Building a Global Village
New College Durham Get NCD Ready Campaign
Nottingham Trent University NTU PhD Studentships
Royal Northern College of Music Communications-led Applicant Journey
Swansea University Pharmacy Launch
University of East London Conversion 2021
University of Glasgow "Join Our" Postgraduate Journey
University of Liverpool From First Steps to Belonging: A Student Journey
University of Liverpool Creating a Holistic and Student Centred Journey for Entry 2021 & 2022
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Building a Global Village
An impressive and comprehensive piece of work that was absolutely focused on user journey. The student journey mapping and touch points were all on-point and the work delivered outstanding ROI.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth Tailoring a Better Integrated Student Journey
This is an inspiring example of a student journey campaign that thinks outside of the box and aligns with key audience platforms, delivered in a unique and fun way to match the brand of the university.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
New College Durham Get NCD Ready Campaign
A fun, friendly and engaging campaign backed by an honest assessment of the student journey. This is a fantastic example of how a campaign can focus around the emotional and rational needs of the prospective student.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Leeds Beckett University Building a Global Village
An impressive and comprehensive piece of work that was absolutely focused on user journey. The student journey mapping and touch points were all on-point and the work delivered outstanding ROI.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Arts University Bournemouth Tailoring a Better Integrated Student Journey
This is an inspiring example of a student journey campaign that thinks outside of the box and aligns with key audience platforms, delivered in a unique and fun way to match the brand of the university.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
New College Durham Get NCD Ready Campaign
A fun, friendly and engaging campaign backed by an honest assessment of the student journey. This is a fantastic example of how a campaign can focus around the emotional and rational needs of the prospective student.
Rising Star Award 2022
SPONSORED BY
Aneurin Lau Nottingham Trent University
Celine Smyth Swansea University
James Maas University of East Anglia
Kealan Celik University of East London
Kristina Georgieva University of East London
Lauren Bowling Arts University Bournemouth
Saiful Islam University of East London
Sian Trimble-Davey University of East London
Thomas Shorey University of East London
Tom Rawding Leeds Beckett University
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Lauren Bowling Arts University Bournemouth
Leading a world first and delivering clear creativity, Lauren has gone a long way past her job description and has had a huge impact across the institution. Evidently on a strong trajectory, a huge congratulations to our very worthy Gold Award Rising Star.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Tom Rawding Leeds Beckett University
An outstanding member of the team and a pusher of boundaries, joining just as the pandemic struck clearly hasn't held Tom back. He has reviewed and streamlined processes, led on workstreams and developed new video content series - successfully demonstrating himself to be adaptable and responsive to a changing environment.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
James Maas University of East Anglia
A real team player, James' passion for learning has driven innovation and delivered strong positive outcomes for University of East Anglia. His contribution demonstrates that he has effectively transformed the digital strategy and student journey to maximise the impact of marketing communications.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Aneurin Lau Nottingham Trent University
A real asset to the team at Nottingham Trent University, Aneurin demonstrates genuine commitment and passion for ideas and is clearly an outstanding advocate of the university.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Lauren Bowling Arts University Bournemouth
Leading a world first and delivering clear creativity, Lauren has gone a long way past her job description and has had a huge impact across the institution. Evidently on a strong trajectory, a huge congratulations to our very worthy Gold Award Rising Star.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Tom Rawding Leeds Beckett University
An outstanding member of the team and a pusher of boundaries, joining just as the pandemic struck clearly hasn't held Tom back. He has reviewed and streamlined processes, led on workstreams and developed new video content series - successfully demonstrating himself to be adaptable and responsive to a changing environment.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
James Maas University of East Anglia
A real team player, James' passion for learning has driven innovation and delivered strong positive outcomes for University of East Anglia. His contribution demonstrates that he has effectively transformed the digital strategy and student journey to maximise the impact of marketing communications.
HIGHLY COMMENDED
Aneurin Lau Nottingham Trent University
A real asset to the team at Nottingham Trent University, Aneurin demonstrates genuine commitment and passion for ideas and is clearly an outstanding advocate of the university.
Marketing Team of the Year 2022
SPONSORED BY
Arts University Bournemouth
Nottingham Trent University
Royal Northern College of Music
Swansea University
University of East London
THE WINNERS
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University
With a very impressive array of achievements after significant change, NTU's marketing team have implemented many impactful projects over the past 12 months with strong engagement results and return on investment. The judges particularly noted the significant academic engagement achieved as part of the Re:search, Re:imagined campaign, the significant engagement with graduates for the NTU Graduation events and the innovative social media engagement achieved by activating the student voice through the Content Collective. These achievements clearly signpost NTU's Marketing Team to be The 2022 Heist Awards' Marketing Team of the Year.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Royal Northern College of Music
For an incredible output for such a small team under immense pressure, the team at Royal Northern College of Music have delivered amazing work across multiple areas of Student Recruitment, Communications and events. Remarkable work - congratulations.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of East London
This entry really showcased how the marketing team have brought to life the mission, vision and values of the university and tapped into its student populations beliefs. With an excellent focus on building short-term success in order to achieve long-term sustainability, this team is leading change across the institution. Well done.
GOLD AWARD WINNER
Nottingham Trent University
With a very impressive array of achievements after significant change, NTU's marketing team have implemented many impactful projects over the past 12 months with strong engagement results and return on investment. The judges particularly noted the significant academic engagement achieved as part of the Re:search, Re:imagined campaign, the significant engagement with graduates for the NTU Graduation events and the innovative social media engagement achieved by activating the student voice through the Content Collective. These achievements clearly signpost NTU's Marketing Team to be The 2022 Heist Awards' Marketing Team of the Year.
SILVER AWARD WINNER
Royal Northern College of Music
For an incredible output for such a small team under immense pressure, the team at Royal Northern College of Music have delivered amazing work across multiple areas of Student Recruitment, Communications and events. Remarkable work - congratulations.
BRONZE AWARD WINNER
University of East London
This entry really showcased how the marketing team have brought to life the mission, vision and values of the university and tapped into its student populations beliefs. With an excellent focus on building short-term success in order to achieve long-term sustainability, this team is leading change across the institution. Well done.