Film Studies degrees in London

What makes the university a great place to study is how nice the teachers are and willing to help students. How it could be improved is raising more awareness about opportunities that the university has especially for those who want to study in the University

What makes my uni a great place to study is their student support. They try to help their students in any way possible to ensure that students get the best out of their education. I think it would be better if the university put more effort into societies and clubs such as sporting clubs and teams . It would help the university to have more of a community and really showcase other talents other than what students already study on their courses. My university do have societies and some sporting teams, however some of the societies don’t run anymore and it’s not made to be as big as it was when I first heard about it before I joined uni. I think it’s important to have that feel of community and university culture and to also show the inclusiveness of different cultures, groups and activities in which people associate them selves with.

The university often hold different types of activities for students to participate, which allows students to get together and meet more new friends. Also, it is convenient to have a Costcutter on campus and a LIdl within a 10 min walking distance. Meanwhile if student needs help and went to the student hub, it often take a long time for queuing up to seek help.

As an international student, I was really scared when I first came to Middlesex University. I didn’t have much experience or confidence, and I was worried about meeting new people. But my classroom became a safe space for me. My professors were very kind, understanding and never made me feel judged. There was no discrimination at all. They cared about us not just academically but also emotionally. When I felt low in class, they took time to ask if I was okay and even guided me to get mental health support. That meant a lot to me. One of the best parts of my course ( MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology) was the practical learning. We went on many field trips, like visiting the Higher Crown Court in London. The university also offers the Common Studies Programme in Critical Criminology, where students get to travel to other countries for conferences. All our modules were helpful and well structured. I was also chosen as the Student Voice Leader for my course. This gave me a chance to speak for my classmates, and I saw that the university genuinely listened to our feedback. For example, we requested fewer on-campus days, and our professors changed our timetable from 3 days to 2 days a week. They are very flexible and understanding. Middlesex didn’t just teach me academically; it helped me grow as a person. I used to be very shy and introverted. But I became a Student Ambassador, which is a paid part-time job at the university. This changed me completely. The employment team was very friendly and helped me create my CV and gave feedback too. As an ambassador, I learned confidence, communication, time management, teamwork and how to travel independently. I even handled events like HE fairs and spoke to students, parents and teachers. My managers were patient and taught me everything properly. I’m really proud to represent Middlesex as a student ambassador. There are also many facilities and opportunities on campus, careers fairs, sports, societies and fun activities. Sometimes I feel sad that my student life is ending, because the university has so many resources, and I couldn’t use everything. Middlesex also offers scholarships and alumni discounts, which make it even more supportive for students. I am not the same person I was when I joined. Now I am more confident and ready to face the world. Middlesex gave me not just a degree, but also courage, kindness and beautiful memories. I never felt like a left-out international student. I always felt like I belonged here. To me, Middlesex is not just a university, it is a place full of care, support and real experiences. I would choose it again without any hesitation.

All staff in university is eager to help you with any kind of questions or problems. At lectures teachers are really engaging and supportive. You never notice how quick time flies during lectures. Especially, before any assignments you are given every detail about it, so you are well prepared and not scared at all. Birkbeck suggests a lot of opportunities for busy social life, where you can meet lots of enthusiastic people, and opportunities for future career such as additional workshops, professional guests, etc. I love being a part of this community!

It’s a great place to study because it’s quiet, comfortable, and offers resources that encourage focus and productivity. Can improved by one-to-one support tailored to students’ needs and course-related difficulties.

Best parts: the freedom to experiment in the course; Wimbledon is not in a distracting/busy part of the London; some connections to places such as Lyric Hammersmith (would be nice to see more connections) Bad parts: I have faced bullying and unprofessional/unproductive people in my course; the canteen is below good quality (too crowded, expensive and inconsistent quality); the course has felt unstructured and unfocused a lot of times; the student community could be strengthened more

I want to study emerging economies and learn languages and it’s easily one of the best places in the world for that. There really is a global focus. The library is amazing. It really punches above its weight in terms of the staff and resources you get access to. The location is amazing. Bloomsbury is so nice. Russel Square is the loveliest park ever, It’s a small campus uni but we get access to all of london around us so it doesn’t feel small at all. People at SOAS are very nice, but not necessarily as outgoing as other unis. But you’re in london so you don’t really have to worry about that to be honest: If you don’t make many friends here, there’s many other unis nearby. However I will say that it’s definitely not very diverse in terms of politics. Most people here are extremely left wing and students and staff don’t respond very well to dissenting ideas. Even though it’s very ethnically diverse, most students have extremely similar worldviews and ways of approaching things, which isn’t ideal for intellectual exploration.