OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
A very campus-centre uni that offers the full experience of nightlife, sociability and the learning side of everything too. Good facilities,...
University rating
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
A very campus-centre uni that offers the full experience of nightlife, sociability and the learning side of everything too. Good facilities, and outstanding teachers at the forefront of research.
Facilities
How good are your university's facilities?
Library is amazing but never enough space; the actual book lending part cannot be beaten, they have such a fantastic range of interesting and relevant books! If you had time and you really liked your course, there's loads to choose from and I have found the library the number one most helpful thing in regards to revision and essay writing obviously. Only issue is that they should patrol people in there because so many sit on Facebook and take up a space that someone could use to actually work... However, learning grids are all great too, there's loads of places to drink/eat (expensive though..would suggest not eating on campus) and the facilities like kitchens and toilets are always really clean.
Student support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
It's okay, some people are really helpful when you have issues but at other times they are not so good. No point ever trying to raise a complaint to the SU as they do not take you seriously and don't try to help. Also NEVER use Warwick Accommodation to get your house after you move off campus! Worst people ever, do not trust them or believe them, they refuse to sort out any house issues and avoid and avoid emails and phone calls and squirm out of all responsibilities. They sort no house damage or structural damage, will not repair anything, do not give inventories and couldn't even bill us on time. DO NOT GET YOUR HOUSE WITH THEM.
Students' union
What do you think of your Students' Union in terms of student representation and facilities?
Not worth it, too expensive and the nightlife is better outside of campus. However the actual SU in terms of the team are really great and take care of issues quickly and efficiently. Also, the SU releases random statements boycotting/against certain things and not others... not the most representative democratic situation.
Local life
Is your university in a good location in terms of distance to accommodation and local amenities?
I love Leamington Spa which is where I live as a 2nd year currently. Pretty town, very safe, and loads to do. I am from a city so it's nice to be near something that is like home. Shopping is awesome (sorry bank account) and the local family owned shops are great. No complaints about prices either, you can't beat the student discounts in Leamington, with drinks at 75p a shot and take outs etc all taking into account the student population. Loads of family areas too, so not just all student-y.
Societies and Sports
How would you rate the variety of societies/sports?
Film Society is really good so far, such a big range of things to join so you won't be short of choice. Everyone is kind and welcoming even if you want to start something new. However, would say sports societies are not welcoming and are elitist, no such thing as just joining a sport for a laugh or to try it at Warwick as they are so cliquey and do 'initiations' in which people who want to join have to do stuff like strip off and drink or eat curry powder etc... would rather not, thanks. However normal societies are great and arrange loads of trips/events and stuff. They seem to be really accepting of all types of people no matter what beliefs/religion/race etc, never ever encountered any problems, and they arrange events that cater to both people that do and don't drink/enjoy clubbing.
Lecturers and teaching quality
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Love my course, my favourite part of the experience. Teachers are so knowledgeable and you know you are being taught by the pioneers of the study of Film. They expect high levels of commitment but you know you're getting a worthwhile degree out of it; it's not a joke course but something that these teachers are fully invested in and they really care about your contributions to seminars.
Career prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Loads of career-centred activities and fairs on all the time, graduate employers directly come onto campus and seek out Warwick students and loads of people secure internships, work experience placements and much more just because they have attended the university.
University halls
What do you think about the safety, condition, location and cost of your accommodation?
Good, not amazing but it all depends how much you want to pay; cheaper rooms like the ones I stayed in were fine for my needs, sharing a bathroom WAS SO EASY and NOTHING to be scared of! I paid £91 a week and had a friend paying £134 a week just for the en suite...not worth it, save your money and just cope with sharing the bathrooms as it isn't the end of the world. All amenities worked really well, hot water, electricity, heating etc was never a problem. Any issues and security would come over really fast so sort it.