Best UK Universities

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Loughborough University

Amazing lecturers and support staff who are incredibly committed to academic excellence and genuinely invested in their students. Student accommodatio...

By member455002 On 7th March 2021

The University of Sheffield

I think the apartment is very good. First of all, the location is very good. It is very convenient to go to the grocery shopping library to study. At ...

By member657292 On 4th May 2021

University of Dundee

I had low expectations, however it has been surprisingly pleasant. The facilities and laboratories are great as well as the atmosphere as a whole. Th...

By member1052561 On 25th November 2020

University of Cambridge

I just want to say thank you for all free resources you have. Your university made much more for me than any university here in Ukraine. I am not even...

By member950709 On 23rd August 2020

Harper Adams University

My years at Harper have been absolutely amazing! It really does feel like a true 'community'. Harper graduates are also so respected in the real world...

By member850365 On 11th August 2020

Bangor University

An overall amazing uni. It’s sad I’ve only realised how incredible it was since doing a Masters at a Russell Group uni. Bangor may not be the best on ...

By member1154462 On 22nd February 2021

University of St Andrews

The university is incredible, the buildings are wonderful. A lot of spaces are open to study (some of them 24h/24, 7 days/7). The professors are incre...

By member1053125 On 14th December 2020

University of Exeter

Staffs are helpful. There will be a regular update from uni or from student guild so you will know what is happening or what happen next. Various soci...

By member656602 On 20th April 2021

University of Bath

I hardly ever go to the campus this semester due to the pademic, but I can feel that the teachers and the staffs are friendly and patient....

By member1355480 On 22nd March 2021

#10

Nottingham Trent University (NTU)

Best part about the university, is that unlike other campuses, it's directly situated in the city. So whenever you want to take a break from lectures ...

By member452553 On 25th November 2020

#11

University of Leeds

Leeds University is also a very good place, it is full of academic atmosphere. I can interact very friendly with the teacher, but unfortunately the r...

By member1354232 On 16th February 2021

#12

University of Nottingham

The university has been very communicative throughout my entire experience. They offer a lot support for your coursework, wellbeing and any other quer...

By member556583 On 20th April 2021

#13

Newcastle University

Love the campus, so beautiful and everything within walking distance. So many clubs and societies to choose from and the students union is great, so m...

By member556881 On 26th April 2021

#14

University of Birmingham

The last senior recommended toybox, I booked one decisively. First of all, the location is very convenient, five minutes' walk to the city center. Sec...

By member753575 On 20th January 2021

#15

Durham University

The best British University in my mind. It is decent and elegant. Everything here is in great order, students can study in the best academic and physi...

By member09HHN On 20th May 2020

#16

University of Glasgow

Collageland has provided me with a great environment to live and study throughout my course of study. Even though I may be the only student that lives...

By member856281 On 15th April 2021

#17

University of Liverpool

Although this year’s studies have been mainly done online, the facilities I saw and used were well organized and well used. The online work is well st...

By member1056702 On 22nd April 2021

#18

Lancaster University

I visited St Leonard's House during the pandemic. The whole St. Leonard's team was super polite, nice and accommodating. They took care of each and ev...

By member555106 On 10th March 2021

#19

University of Warwick

Very nice student accommodation with friendly reception and peaceful environment. The location is very convenient as well. By the way The staffs provi...

By member755278 On 16th March 2021

#20

University of East Anglia (UEA)

pricey on campus food/ cafe outlets is my only complaint!! very frequent and reliable buses, personally i have had good experiences in my accomodat...

By member1152586 On 26th November 2020

#21

University of Portsmouth

The university of Portsmouth is a great uni. Throughout the past year during this covid situation, they have always kept us to date and they have alwa...

By member957087 On 29th April 2021

#22

University of Hull

The last 3 years at the University of Hull were fantastic, the campus facilities were extensive ranging from places to eat to the massive library whic...

By Anarchy On 18th June 2020

#23

University of Reading

I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the University of Reading. My first year in halls was a great introduction to independence and the followin...

By member754340 On 18th February 2021

#24

Brunel University London

Decent UNI. Studying EEE. Massive variation in terms of tutors some are helpful some are useless. A few lectures were annoying, because we had PHD stu...

By member1053262 On 29th December 2020

#25

Aston University

Lots of great support from everyone around. The facilities are brilliant with modern technology and aesthetics. It's a nice environment to study in an...

By member655736 On 30th March 2021

#26

University of York

Unfortunately, I can’t participate in many activities due to the epidemic, but I think things will get better and better...

By member1052642 On 29th November 2020

#27

University of Southampton

I am studying at the Business School of the University of Southampton. During my study here, the school can provide sufficient teaching resources, and...

By member555044 On 8th March 2021

#28

Cardiff University

I really enjoy staying here. I feel relaxed in my room. All the staff are so friendly and have really supported me since my arrival. It's a top, clean...

By Member52 On 22nd March 2021

#29

UWE Bristol

I studied at Bower Ashton Campus and even though at times I wanted to drop out, I have super fond memories of the place. I graduated with a first clas...

By member548419 On 18th May 2020

#30

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University provides students with an excellent learning environment. The modern facilities help students develop their skills ...

By member555089 On 9th March 2021

#31

University of Plymouth

A relatively average university but I think with anything you get out what you put in. There's a wide range of clubs and societies to join. The studen...

By member954058 On 10th February 2021

#32

University of Strathclyde

I have enjoyed my postgraduate studies in the university. It’s really a great university. Its library was affording place to study. I learnt many skil...

By member756763 On 22nd April 2021

#33

University of Bristol

Bu university is famous all over the world for its combination of outstanding academic innovation and independent and forward-looking spirit. By 2018,...

By member755604 On 25th March 2021

#34

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)

The lecturers are great and helpful, the TAs know what they’re doing and the campus is one of the best in London....

By member854613 On 25th February 2021

#35

University of Chester

Highly organised and very helpful staff members. Situated near the town center. On site 24hours security. Facilities and support are given in every st...

By member1256208 On 14th April 2021

#36

Sheffield Hallam University

Excellent facilities here at Sheffield hallam. Friendly staff and they're always an email away if we need any help. I would recommend this university ...

By member855751 On 30th March 2021

#37

University of Leicester

The University has been incredibly supportive in these a little harder months, regarding the pandemic situation. Feel supported and the facilities tha...

By member1152588 On 26th November 2020

#38

University of Lincoln

Due to Covid-19, i haven’t been able to go into university as much as i would have liked, however from what i’ve seen it’s an amazing campus, plenty o...

By member1157351 On 5th May 2021

#39

Keele University

Beautiful campus. Everyone is really nice to you. You are provided with a lot of support if you are struggling. However, I haven’t experienced my cour...

By member1054441 On 22nd February 2021

#40

University of Edinburgh

Even though I did not visit the campus because of the Covid-19 restrictions, my time there was amazing. The lectures are doing their best through onli...

By member1056613 On 20th April 2021

#41

University of Oxford

Excellent in all aspects; a lot more to offer than just the academic side it is known for, many clubs and societies, as well as a diverse and welcomin...

By member100 On 9th December 2019

#42

Northumbria University

I have been living here for few years since I was a undergraduate student. To be honestly, I do love The Foundry and Newcastle city, as I have spent p...

By member1055157 On 11th March 2021

#43

University of Huddersfield

At first I worried about choosing a university, since I am an international student and did not know any recommendations. But I am pleasantly surpris...

By member1155352 On 17th March 2021

#44

University of Surrey

Has everything a student need, the lectures are fun and helpful, the campus looks really well and the lake next to it is stunning...

By member1138196 On 19th May 2019

#45

University of Essex

Lovely, green campus with great facilities. The shops and restaurants have good variety. The award-winning SU consistently goes above and beyond in it...

By member1253130 On 14th December 2020

#46

Imperial College London

It is a lovely place to live and share your ideas, knowledge with other like minded students. It is a well furnished accommodation with superb locatio...

By member1056709 On 22nd April 2021

#47

Edge Hill University

I came for one semester as an international student from America. The campus is beautiful and the international office is extremely helpful with addre...

By member1049683 On 5th July 2020

#48

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB)

I like it so you might like it too depending on what you want to study if you like theory or practical work more....

By member656637 On 21st April 2021

#49

The University of Manchester

One of the most highly-regarded universities, not only in the country, but worldwide. The University of Manchester is in the city-centre, there are pl...

By member452637 On 30th April 2021

#50

Glasgow Caledonian University

Fantastic university! The campus is wonderful and modern. It has great facilities and is beautiful. Very sad that I was not visit the campus more ofte...

By member856838 On 24th April 2021

#51

University of Kent

I am really enjoying my time at Kent uni.The facilities are good, the college system is a lovely way of getting people to meet new people, and the cam...

By member1053097 On 11th December 2020

#52

University of Aberdeen

University has made sure all its students and staff have been kept safe, especially during the time where lock down was eased and some in person teach...

By member554774 On 1st March 2021

#53

Teesside University

The lectures were always on hand to help and the services they provided after helped me start up my own business by offering students the chance to wi...

By member1038212 On 20th May 2019

#54

Royal Holloway, University of London

The university is incredibly beautiful, very friendly and with amazing facilities, resources, staff and students; couldn't ask for better....

By member555357 On 17th March 2021

#55

University of Winchester

I’ve not attended the university yet however have visited the campus and am very excited to start my course...

By member553796 On 30th January 2021

#56

City, University of London

The location is good, with supermarkets, barbican centre, gym, etc nearby. The staff from the reception is also very friendly, and whenever there is ...

By member554850 On 2nd March 2021

#57

University of Stirling

I like my university. The walk around the lake, the library, the reading groups. Too bad I could not go there much now....

By member856240 On 14th April 2021

#58

Swansea University

I had a few different uni’s on my list, and I can safely say picking Swansea University was the best choice I've made....

By member649239 On 10th June 2020

#59

York St John University

Moved in in September, although feeling apprehensive at first the staff made me feel extremely welcome and comfortable. The kitchen facilities are cle...

By member1254589 On 24th February 2021

#60

University of Brighton

Overall Brighton is a good uni in a fantastic city. Falmer campus is really nice and Moulsecoomb is pretty good too. However I don't think that manage...

By member755471 On 21st March 2021

#61

Cardiff Metropolitan University

I was looking for an ideal combination of Data Science that can build my theoratical as well as practical knowledge. Cardiff Metropolitan University h...

By member1055139 On 11th March 2021

#62

University of Chichester

Really personal, Chichester is a great town...

By member744777 On 13th January 2020

#63

Bournemouth University (BU)

Glad I chose to study here, it's a good uni and the staff care. There is lots of help for mental health and I'd definitely recommend going to see them...

By member1249097 On 6th June 2020

#64

University of Roehampton

Roehampton boasts many impressive aspects from the incredible library, to the beautiful woodland campus. Many activities for students to be involved i...

By member750454 On 14th August 2020

#65

Aberystwyth University

I studied a bachelor's degree in a business department in 2017-2020, and as an international student, I really enjoyed the way teachers approached me....

By InternationalStu On 3rd October 2020

#66

University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich is underrated university! To begin with - I completed work placement. University's employability services helped me to find ...

By member1253331 On 7th January 2021

#67

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)

I really enjoy studying at LJMU. The staff and students are really welcoming and helpful. I am in my third year and I still love it as much as I did w...

By member956688 On 21st April 2021

#68

King's College London (KCL)

The facilities at PF Apartments are excellent! The cost is 350 pounds a week and the water grid is fully covered. The location is superior, downstairs...

By member1156133 On 13th April 2021

#69

De Montfort University (DMU)

It's a good uni but we've had no support during the pandemic which is really bad. The teachers haven't been helpful and some have even given us wrong ...

By member1054359 On 19th February 2021

#70

Queen's University Belfast (QUB)

QUB is in Belfast as you might guess. Old world class research university. Founded in 1845, has roots from 1810 and hosts several world known alumni. ...

By memberofbelfastheckk On 30th August 2020

#71

Coventry University

I’ve graduated from Coventry university and now I am studying towards my MA here too! I highly recommend choosing Coventry University. In my experienc...

By member1354011 On 9th February 2021

#72

Falmouth University

Its the one of the most nurturing, challenging and industry connected universities I’ve ever known. Popular music in particular is really hard in term...

By member948770 On 28th May 2020

#73

University of Gloucestershire

Cos I suffer from anxiety I have yet to make the most of trying what is available here so it's not my place to rate the clubs/societies etc which is w...

By member549865 On 12th July 2020

#74

University of Derby

I'm grateful for the opportunity to study at the University of Derby. It's like a dream comes true. The campus provides the best possibilities to exce...

By member656780 On 23rd April 2021

#75

Solent University, Southampton

Good university under every point of view. Some lecturers behaviour are not as professional as expected....

By member554413 On 21st February 2021

#76

Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU)

BGU is a great place to study. Due to how small the campus is it has a very welcoming and homely feel to it. The best part about BGU is because it’s s...

By member457337 On 5th May 2021

#77

Hartpury University

I went to several Universities and Hartpury was the most accommodating and helpful. When I got there they did not disappoint!! Amazing place....

By member1044490 On 18th December 2019

#78

Bath Spa University

Beautiful university and campus, Gardens accommodation is amazing and there's a great mix of different societies. I'm really happy I chose this uni an...

By member442794 On 17th October 2019

#79

Buckinghamshire New University

Campus provides all essential facilities specific to your course. Student union provides exceptional support with mental health and other services. Li...

By member453857 On 3rd February 2021

#80

Leeds Trinity University

Leeds Trinity is a campus uni, but regardless of whether you live on or off you still feel like home!! The facilities are amazing and there are clu...

By ltu12345 On 20th February 2020

#81

Staffordshire University

I’ve been unable to experience the full campus clubs and facilities, but the WiFi in the library is really fast, and from what I have experienced, Sta...

By member853614 On 21st January 2021

#82

University College London (UCL)

It's my first year to study in UCL but I have spent the whole year study remotely, so I don't know about the campus and facilities. There are many act...

By member653561 On 20th January 2021

#83

University of Bradford

The whole university seems really friendly, I've found most places easily accessible as a disabled person, and many times they will make adjustments t...

By bluepurplewhovi On 1st December 2020

#84

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

A fantastic inclusive university. The teaching is really innovative and the city style campus is brilliant. The facilities are very modern with many n...

By member855994 On 9th April 2021

#85

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU)

ARU is a uni that has a wide range of students. It’s a great place to learn new things and meet new people. There’s a good mix of both home and intern...

By member855174 On 12th March 2021

#86

Leeds Beckett University

When l finished in the bee hive l will going to the Moulton colleges after that Justine will give a jobs. I am going the club going to go university ...

By member948313 On 16th May 2020

#87

Canterbury Christ Church University

I've really enjoyed my time at CCCU so far. I feel like this is a really inclusive and friendly university and there's something for everyone here....

By member1353111 On 12th December 2020

#88

Robert Gordon University (RGU)

The experience at RGU has been really smooth throughout Covid. Despite the first semester starting three weeks late I feel as if the perpetration done...

By member552016 On 10th November 2020

#89

Oxford Brookes University

I am a postgraduate student at Brookes - Headington Campus and comparing my experience there with my experience as an undergraduate at a different uni...

By member949535 On 26th June 2020

#90

University of Hertfordshire

The campus is really nice, plenty of places to meet with friends or get food/ study. Most of the staff I have encountered have been brilliant and when...

By member1053494 On 15th January 2021

#91

University of Worcester

Awesome uni experience!!!...

By member538102 On 30th December 2020

#92

University of Salford

University have been more than accommodating with my medical issues and have assisted me anyway they can...

By member457255 On 2nd May 2021

#93

Birmingham City University

One of the best in Birmingham, great support from faculty, student support is amazing and academically a great place to study and learn. Close to the ...

By member852961 On 7th December 2020

#94

Liverpool Hope University

Very good accommodation with amazing staff. Very good size rooms. Nice social place with gym and cinema room....

By Aoife Coughlan On 9th August 2020

#95

Ulster University

Great placement programme. Got the chance to go to Liverpool for the year to coach and have loved every second of it. Placement supervisor is very nic...

By member455368 On 18th March 2021

#96

University of Sunderland

The university is perfect and has all things I require. The staff are amazing and always there for any support at all....

By Kushan On 29th January 2021

#97

University of the Arts London (UAL)

London metropolitan Been living here for two years. Great value for money. Very spacious rooms. Polite staff. Great location as well. Many grocery s...

By member1156981 On 27th April 2021

#98

University of Sussex

The resources and facilities are fantastic, and beyond what I expected. It’s clear that Sussex cares about the success, well-being and academic perfor...

By member873822 On 23rd March 2021

#99

Kingston University

Although not being able to have the full experience in my second year, Kingston was amazing first year and i wish I had taken up more opportunities th...

By member857007 On 28th April 2021

#100

London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

LSE is great. The people at LSE are unlike anything I've experienced before....

By member555966 On 8th April 2021

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