Helping Institutions Stay Ahead of Statutory Change

In today’s fast-moving regulatory landscape, universities and colleges need more than just software—they need a partner who understands the demands of compliance and can help them stay one step ahead.

At our recent Thesis QL User Group, we brought together over 30 participants from institutions across the UK to share the latest insights and updates on statutory and regulatory change—particularly in areas such as HESA Data Futures, UCAS Admissions and the Department for Education (DfE) Register.

Sector-Aligned, Statutory-Ready

At Thesis, we’ve built a reputation for deeply understanding the UK higher education environment and embedding that knowledge into our systems.

In this session, our experts covered:

• How we’re delivering UCAS, DfE and HESA requirements into our student information systems
• Upcoming changes to statutory data collection and how our tools will support compliance
• Progress on integration and key enhancements that reduce the burden of data reporting

We proactively monitor sector developments, participate in key conversations, and ensure our solutions are aligned before changes take effect—so our clients aren’t left playing catch-up.

As Rhys Morgan, Engineering Manager at Thesis with over 20 years of experience in the sector, says:

''It was good to have the QL User Group back up and running after a hiatus of 18 months. I feel that the sector information provided by UCAS, HESA and the DfE give institutions an opportunity to see what is being done in the sector and how Thesis is managing to deliver against these changes. I look forward to the next user group at the end of the year.''

Demonstrating Value Through Technology

We also showcased recent system improvements designed to make a tangible difference to compliance teams and administrators alike including:

• Updates to UCAS integration and personal statement handling
• Usability enhancements that make complex processes more intuitive

Everything we do is focused on giving institutions more control, more clarity, and more confidence.

Looking Ahead: July Release for QL Clients

Our next release is scheduled for mid-July, built around a reliable sprint cycle and fully supported by documentation and guidance for seamless rollout. Institutions can expect:

• Aligned support for compliance timelines
• Continued focus on performance, reliability, and statutory alignment

Better Help Files for Smarter Work

We’ve also listened closely to the needs of data and reporting teams. A new set of enhanced help files—focused on Data Future data sets—is currently underway, including clear mappings between database and application fields.

This mirrors the clarity and usability our clients have come to expect, while saving valuable time and effort during audits and reporting cycles.

Regulatory confidence is not an afterthought for us—it’s built into our product and central to our practice . Whether you’re preparing for your HESA returns, navigating the DfE Register, or responding to new sector demands, we’re here to make that journey smoother.

If you’re seeking a student information system backed by deep UK sector knowledge and a team that’s actively shaping the future of HE compliance, we’d love to talk.