Your Union · Twickenham, South West London
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We are the hub of student life for more than 5000 students who study, live, socialise and take part in campus life every day. Whatever your budget, timescales or requirements are, our team will help your brand get the right exposure.
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- 5,000+students
- 230+events a year
- 15,000+event attendees a year
- 10,000+average social media post reach
Why SMSU?
St Mary’s Students’ Union is a charitable company that exists to support and represent students at St Mary’s University, Twickenham.
Unlike larger London universities, almost every student regularly passes through our students’ union venues and campus spaces, giving brands unrivalled visibility and engagement opportunities.
So whether you’re a national brand or a local business, we have varied opportunities for you.
Why students?
Students represent one of the UK’s most influential consumer groups. They are developing lifelong purchasing habits, discovering new brands, choosing future employment routes, and sharing these recommendations with their peers.
Partnering with SMSU allows your organisation to become part of those everyday student experiences.
- Build brand awareness
- Launch new products
- Promote services
- Recruit graduates
Who you’ll reach
- 51% female
- 49% male
- 83% full time
- 17% part time
- 82% UK
- 14% international
- 4% EU
- 5,400+followers on Instagram
- 4,000+followers on Facebook
- 5,000+students reached by our monthly email
- 1,500+students at Freshers’ Fayre each year
Ways to reach our students
Throughout the year we create multiple opportunities to support building brand awareness, launch new products, promote services or recruit graduates. All prices are exclusive of VAT.
EventsFrom £150
Freshers’ Fayre
Attracting over 1,500 students each year, our Freshers’ Fayre is one of the most valuable marketing opportunities of the academic year. Use your space however you like, from product sampling and giveaways, to demonstrations or sign-ups.
- 2m x 1m stall Charity/local£150
- 2m x 1m stall National£450
- 3m x 2m stall National£600
- 5m x 5m stall Premium activation£800
Exhibition spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
On campusFrom £500
On-campus activations
Bring your brand directly to students. Our activation spaces are in the heart of campus, adjacent to our busy Students’ Union bar and main pedestrian routes, with consistent student footfall from morning through to late evening. They have ample power, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and flexible layouts with access to trestle tables and chairs.
- 5m x 5m stall 8 hrs£500
- Entire venue 8 hrs£900
- Add Instagram Story x 2+£65
On campusBespoke pricing
Market days
Our campus provides an excellent opportunity for independent retailers to trade directly with students through pop-up shops within our venues.
With straightforward vehicle access for loading and unloading, complimentary use of trestle tables, and large indoor spaces in one of the busiest areas of campus, it’s an ideal location for retailers looking to reach a steady flow of students throughout the day.
Pricing is bespoke per stall requirements, so do get in touch!
Print£300
Freshers’ wall planner
Our Freshers’ Wall Planner is one of the first resources every new student receives during registration, and is also distributed throughout our student accommodation. Many students keep it on display throughout the first semester.
- 50mm x 50mm or equivalent£300
Ideal for businesses looking to promote student discounts, local services, retail, transport, fitness and graduate opportunities.
PrintFrom £80
Campus posters and flyers
Promote your brand in some of the busiest locations across campus with professionally displayed A1 posters. Our poster sites are positioned in key student areas, so your campaign is seen as students move between lectures, social spaces and the Students’ Union.
- A1 poster Six weeks£150
- A5 flyer distribution£80
DigitalFrom £65
Digital media
With an average social media post reach of over 10,000 people, alongside a monthly email reaching over 5000 students, our platforms offer an effective way to reach a highly engaged student audience through multiple touch points.
- Website banner Six weeks£200
- Social media post Six weeks on grid£80
- Social media story 24hrs£65
- Newsletter banner 5000 students£150
SponsorshipFrom £400
Varsity
Every March, our sports clubs and select societies go head-to-head against Brunel University in the annual Varsity clash. The hosting duties alternate each year.
Home Varsity package£1200
- Stalls: chance to put up a stall and create immersive interaction with students
- Event signage: branding on all event signage, physical printed assets and wristbands
- Video integration: leading logo and product placement within our Varsity event video
- Merchandise: your logo featured on the t-shirts
- Digital: logo on all digital assets, including website, social media and digital screens
- Social media: brand promotion across Instagram and Facebook
Away Varsity package£400
- Website: logo on our highest sales point, the events page
- Digital screens: leading logo sponsor on high footfall digital screens
- Newsletter: feature in our all-student email involving any Varsity communication
- Social media: brand promotion across Instagram and Facebook
- Photo branding: logo prominently displayed on creatives, including photos and videos
- Merchandise: your logo featured on the t-shirts
Sponsorship£500
Sports Dinner
Every March, we host our annual Sports Dinner, celebrating the outstanding achievements of our student athletes and sports teams. This sponsorship package is particularly well suited to businesses in the health, fitness and wellbeing sectors, although we welcome interest from brands across all industries.
The full package£500
- Sponsor logo included in all digital media involving Sports Dinner communication
- Sponsored award presented during the event
- Sponsor logo in all physical assets and award certificates
- Logo and product placement within our wash-up video
As every brand has different objectives, we can develop a tailored package for your goals.
How it works
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Step 1: Explore
Download our media pack to explore our promotional opportunities.
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Step 2: Get in touch
Email sales.smsu@stmarys.ac.uk with your budget, timescales and requirements.
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Step 3: Get the right exposure
Our team will discuss the best options for your brand and work with you to make sure you get the most from it.
Get in touch
Looking for a tailored advertising solution? Contact our team at sales.smsu@stmarys.ac.uk to discuss the best options for your brand, or call our main office on 020 8240 2377.
