Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
my overall experience of arden UNIVERSITY has been great, im just happy as a mature student and single mother that i was giving another...
University rating
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
my overall experience of arden UNIVERSITY has been great, im just happy as a mature student and single mother that i was giving another chance to get through UNIVERSITY and gain the degree iv always wanted for the job opportunities.
a fantastic place with great and very understanding lecturers and staff i would recommend to anyone its very much worth the money and Experience
Facilities
How good are your university's facilities?
the Accessibility is very easy a lift takes you to each floor. the service is great with parking on campus and it being Central access to all transport. it is always clean with access to all equipment, and if something is not available staff will always try to help .
Student support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
everyone is helpfull and there is a number of helpfull groups on the adren page that we have access to if needed
Lecturers and teaching quality
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
The course is taught through blended learning, we do 2 days or evenings from the hours of 9am til 2pm in a campus room with other students.
and great lecturers deliver the subject lesson. we also have a online module that we have all the Information needed to study the subject of the assignment thats been given. there is always direct contact with the tutors or students support.
How many contact hours per week do you have?
36
Career prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
going into my 3rd year im just learning the opportunities that are available and some have been exciting to learn about im looking forward to graduating and exploring the jobs opportunities that will be available
Do you think your time at university this year has been value for money?
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
I love studying with Arden. It's at my own pace, in my own time, and fully accessible no matter the time of day. I was nervous returning...
University rating
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
I love studying with Arden. It's at my own pace, in my own time, and fully accessible no matter the time of day. I was nervous returning to education as a mature student, but have to whole heartedly say that the experience has been superb, and feel a valid and welcome student treated with full support, and encouragement to make the best of myself. The tutors and support teams are excellent. I really can't knock anything!
Facilities
How good are your university's facilities?
Accessibility of all platforms is excellent - whether joining lessions, on-line lectures, access to materials and external libraries
Student support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Every option is covered. I have had support following a diagnosiswith epilespsy and found out more about my condition and possible impacts from the SEN team. The speed of response from all departments is superb, whether student support, IT, Libraries support, Tutors, other student groups, and there is such a focus on well being and platforms to ensure the right support is literally at your fingertipe.
Lecturers and teaching quality
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
On-line modules, seminars, recorded sessions, adobe sessions, study skills modules, learning tutorials, zoom meetings, all media really plus have access to a wide range of support and access to platforms for study materials. Every option is catered for. I think it's fabulous!
How many contact hours per week do you have?
100
Career prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Weekly updates of new jobs, openings coming up, plus coaching for career goals in all forms - I can't think of any recommendations to impove the service offered.
Do you think your time at university this year has been value for money?