Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Started another degree after studying at Aberystwyth to do something more analytical but couldn't afford to go back to University...
University rating
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Started another degree after studying at Aberystwyth to do something more analytical but couldn't afford to go back to University so this was the next best option. Overall very pleased with the helpfulness of the staff and the books provided. However, it isn't easy and you have to really be motivated and determined to make yourself work. If you are the sociable type, you may struggle. You can always meet people via the facebook groups and tutorials but of course, this doesn't really compare to meeting people daily in a red brick University though.
This is a great alternative if you want a degree but don't want to or can't afford to go to University, or if you want to work full time and get a degree.
Facilities
How good are your university's facilities?
Good considering that it is distance learning.
Student support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
My tutors have been excellent and the University provides a great deal of support.
Students' union
What do you think of your Students' Union in terms of student representation and facilities?
Do
Local life
Is your university in a good location in terms of distance to accommodation and local amenities?
N/A as learning from home
Societies and Sports
How would you rate the variety of societies/sports?
There is more now than there has been previously. Not a great choice but as this is distance learning it does the best it can.
Lecturers and teaching quality
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
The majority of the work you have to teach yourself, they provide the books and you do the reading and you are regularly assessed through essays and exams. All of my modules have had tutorials so I can see people face to face and have been great so far.
Career prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
OK so I haven't finished my degree yet but my employer is impressed that I am gaining work experience and getting a degree at the same time. It looks good on your CV as shows that you have the determination and self motivation.
University halls
What do you think about the safety, condition, location and cost of your accommodation?