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I enjoy the location, but it can be far away from city centre! I've heard a mixed view of the student support, with an okay experience myself. I also feel like whilst the facilities and union are good, the actual buildings could be updated.
the most helpful staff and I find all the content super interesting! I do have placements for next year, and am worried about finding them myself.
the community is lovely. no idea of specific improvements just work on every little aspect.
it’s a good course, lecturers are engaging with students with passion
brilliant place, lovely community
T Middlesex University is awesome! The student life here is off the charts. There are so many cool clubs, societies, and events happening all the time. You'll never be bored, trust me! And the facilities are top-notch. We've got killer libraries, labs, and sports facilities that make studying and staying active a breeze. The best part? Middlesex is right in the heart of London, so you're surrounded by all the action. The city is buzzing with culture, opportunities, and amazing experiences. Plus, our student community is super diverse, so you get to meet people from all over the world. It's like a global party every day! The teachers at Middlesex are pretty epic!They're passionate about their subjects and genuinely care about our success. They go above and beyond to support us and make learning exciting. You can always count on them for guidance and mentorship. No boring lectures here, my friend! One thing I love about Middlesex is that it's totally cool with freedom of religion. They've got chill multi-faith prayer rooms and chaplaincy services, so you can practice your faith without any worries. It's all about acceptance and respect here, no matter what you believe in. Oh, and the support services? They've got our backs, man. They offer academic support, career advice, and even counseling and wellbeing services. They want us to thrive in every aspect of our lives, not just academically. It's like having a squad of cheerleaders cheering us on! So, if you're looking for an epic university experience, Middlesex is the place to be. It's a place where you can have a blast, meet awesome people, and get the support you need to rock your academic journey. Definitely don’t regret it!
The university offers hybrid learning based on the circumstances, if majority vote for the class online the teachers accommodate it which is the best part. They are very cooperative and supportive all the way. They even help reschedule your time table if one lecture is conflicting and try to accommodate in another class.
UEA has been great so far, I really enjoy all my lectures. There is a huge amount of support both academically and emotionally as well. The lecturers want us to succeed and are always willing to help if needed. I have made many friends and memories, it’s a very welcoming place with lots of opportunities, whether that be academically of fun. The campus grounds are beautiful, with the lake and fields a great place to walk around. There are amazing facilities here, the sports park in particular. There is a wide range of clubs and activities you can be apart of, regardless of previous experience- it’s not just the lecturers that want us to succeed it’s other students too. One of the best spots on campus is the extensive library, which is open 24/7 and is a great place to buckle down and do work, be it as a group or silently by yourself. Everyone is very friendly. I don’t know how it could be improved, in my short time here I’ve enjoyed every moment!
I am really enjoying my course at the minute. I’m doing a wide range of modules, each of which is lead by enthusiastic and knowledgeable lecturers who want us to succeed. If you were falling behind or not understanding something, my lecturers are fast to respond via email, or offer drop in sessions to go over course content. My days are pretty full yet it isn’t overwhelming. As well as core Biology subjects, I am also doing a skills seminar, where I’m learning essential skills such as maths and computer coding, so I am well equipped to tackle any field of biology when it comes to finding a job in the future. All of my lectures are in person, but all materials are readily available online as well as lecture recordings if for whatever reason I was to miss a lecture.
I am on the ground floor, it’s good that I don’t have to go up and down flights of stairs everyday, but also it’s quite public as everyone can look into the kitchen when they walk past. It’s not a huge issue as we’ve met people this way, people say hello to us as they go past. The rooms are a good size, I have an En suite which is amazing, and a good amount of storage space in the kitchen . My accommodation is quite far from some of my lectures but close to others, and the walk to the circuit laundry and the student shop isn’t far either. The WiFi is good the majority of the time. If there is an issue the maintenance team is only a phone call away with advice and help if needed
Best aspects: location, lecturers and facilities Worst aspects: can be difficult to find rooms/buildings
Best: lecturers encourage discussion and are constructive in feedback. I have not yet started work placements but the support available is looking promising
Close to uni which is very useful, but room does not have best view, and booking process could have been far smoother to allow real view of room before making a decision.
Has a really great feel, with plenty of places to study and facilities on offer. Student support is also really good with many sessions to help with things like academic writing and referencing. It is quite close to Birmingham city centre but there isn’t many other shops and restaurants around. It’s a small university which can be a big benefit with smaller classes so you can get more one-on-one support however this also means there are less societies.
Amazing course so far, with plenty of help offered and the course content is really interesting.
Great place to study as it’s very green and feels very accommodating to anyone here, has great mental health support and am enjoying the atmosphere here. Could improve by having the gym as 24/7 for students as sometimes it’s hard to go due to assignments/lectures etc
I’m glad my course is not taught online and all in person as it is easier personally, makes me get out etc and the lecturers are all clear and explain things over if need be which is good
campus security and accomodation help is always offered if need be, very polite aswell, location is a bit far but i personally like it
Amazing location, beautiful parkland and close enough to the city centre (only a short bus ride away) without being too overwhelming. The accommodation is amazing, highly recommend staying in the village as its only a 10 min walk from central campus and the flats are so modern. Yes, campus can be a bit grey, but the greenery of the parkland more than makes up for all the brutalist architecture. People here are so lovely, you're always likely to bump into a familiar face and there's a great mix of people here. There's plenty of places to socialise and quieter spots too. Faculty are amazing, really caring and will help you with anything you need. The only major downside of being here is it's a bit of a walk to the shops. But with the local art gallery on campus, the lake, the library and everything else, I would really recommend it :)
All lectures and seminars are back to being in person here. The main issue (at the moment) being that the Arts and Humanities building is under rennovation so I've become well acquainted with areas of campus I wouldn't have seen otherwise. The faculty are brilliant, so inspiring and you can really tell they are passionate about what they do. The course itself is very stimulating, and the seminars really let you dive deep into ideas and interpretations, and tutors really help you nurture your critical voice. Being at a university with both literature and creative writing students is amazing, because you get a real sense of how literature is crafted as well as how it can be interpreted. So far it's been a challenging but really rewarding course, and I love the breadth of modules you can choose from in second and third year.
My room is amazing, grear value for money. The rooms seem small but there's actually plenty of space for everything. I'm in a flat of 6 people, and there's plenty of storage for all I need. I would really recommend The Village for anyone considering UEA, especially with it being so close to campus but also far away enough that it feels like it's own community. The only thing I would say is, bring a fan! The windows here don't open very far and your room heats up very quickly. The laundrette is really close by and easy to access (but go later at night or earlier in the morning, during the day it gets very busy). Kitchen facilities are great, and the hob is not directly above the oven which makes it easy for multiple people to cook at once. The walls are pretty thin, so bring earplugs, but that seems to be standard across uni accommodation. Earlham park is really close by which is great for getting out and spending some time in nature.
The warm and inclusive environment, from the university faculty to the local Swansea community, truly makes you feel special and secure. This is a key reason why international students easily adapt and excel here. An area for potential improvement lies in diversifying the student body. It would be fantastic to strive for a more balanced or nearly equal representation of students from various nationalities, as it can be disheartening when a class is dominated by students from a single country.
Wow! What can I say? The teaching modules provided by our professors and lecturers are not only up-to-date but also incredibly engaging. As for the downsides, I can't think of any at the moment.
As I study online, I can only comment on the online experience. The student portal, Canva, is easy to navigate and holds all the course material. If you need to work offline then you are able to download the material, which makes you not too wifi dependent (I often read on my commute). And how it's structured gives you full flexibility to work around the course - the only non-flexible aspect are the assignment deadlines. Which again, as you are informed from day 1 what the assignment is, you can start early and work your way through it as you study. The only thing that I would change is the online reading list on Canva, as the code is quite heavy to process and makes me conscious that students in the global south who are also studying and might have temperamental connection are perhaps finding this a barrier. The previous version was very simple and easy for the computer to process (I have an old mac)
The online course is very supportive, the tutors communicate well and there are no stupid questions - only curiosity! The tutors encourage you to post the questions for all to see, because sometimes two people might be thinking the same thing - which means they could share resources for their assignment. They really work hard to build it as a community, where we all support each other - rather than an individual and personally I prefer that. However the only downside is, if you posted a question late on Thursday and the tutor missed it on the Friday, this means that you might be a bit blindsided for your work over the weekend. But this does not happen close to hand in as they are very vigilant! And a tutor will often say if they don't work on Fridays, which ensures that everyone posts their questions on a Wednesday or early Thursday. Great course which is manageable with full time work.