International Business Studies degrees in Southern England

I love the university, my course is great and covers a variety of topics. The facilities on campus are amazing and I can book out the dance studios for free. The Roehampton students union is ok but the communication could be better between societies and also in general. I would love the RSu to host more events or at least support and promote other events at the union bar students can attend.

The campus is absolutely gorgeous! A wonderful mix of old and new, castles and modern buildings. Reserving rooms encourages students to get out of their rooms and study anywhere on campus, from the top of the castle tower, to the communal "pods" at Commons. The Student Union building has a bar and a small shop, and activities going on almost every day. Karaoke every other Saturday is one of my favourites. Close enough to the city of Bath for easy access, while still having the feeling of a university town. Lots of student discounts and student bars/clubs in town, as the University of Bath is also nearby. Interesting classes, lovely lecturers and guest lecturers, and proper assessments. Few, if not none, tests, allowing for those who do not thrive with simple memorization to show off how they learn. The diversity of students encourages the broadening of your own world view. A wide range of courses, allowing for study into incredibly specific topics. The main issue with the university is the wait time for wellbeing appointments, as it can take up to four months to even get a foot in the door. This means that if you do need help, it is very difficult to achieve. Also, while it isn't the university's fault, it is important to know that the First Bus system is not very reliable, so if you have a job in town, it is quite nerve-wracking.

It is rated one of the best universities in the UK which played a crucial role into deciding universities. The campus is wonderful with many facilities for almost every interest and hobby you could imagine, placed in nature among the trees but at the same time it is so close to the picturesque town of Guildford. This town is small but has everything that a student might need and also there are so many things that a young person could do in their free time. I would definitely recommend this university because at just 2 weeks that I'm already here I feel like being at home because everyone is so friendly here which makes being a student here feeling like being a part of a small community, which i personally adore.

I have felt extremely supported throughout my experience so far. The teachers are lovely and approachable individuals who have first hand knowledge and years of experience in my subject. We have been given practical sessions to prepare us for going out into placements and the timetable makes balancing university and our outside life extremely manageable. The teachers are all very understanding and supportive of parents studying on the course and the university even have a breastfeeding room to support mothers which is fantastic. There are numerous clubs and activities going on each day so there are plenty of opportunities to learn a new skill, keep fit, and make friends. Providing a coach to attend lessons at Stone X stadium is also highly beneficial and convenient for us students that have to go there regularly. On the other hand, I will say improvements can be made in their application and interview process as it felt slightly unorganised and I had to message them a few times to keep updated on my application status. It would be much better if they actually sent communications to us applicants to inform us if we have an interview or have been accepted into the university as I often felt forgotten about during this process and it seemed as though they would only ever progress my application once I messaged them. Fortunately, now that I have been accepted, they keep me very regularly updated on what is going on in the university.

One of the best aspects of studying at the University of Greenwich has been the sense of community and the supportive environment created by both staff and students. The campus itself is a highlight the historic architecture and riverside location make it a genuinely inspiring place to study and there are plenty of spaces for both independent and group work. The lecturers are approachable and genuinely interested in helping students succeed often taking time outside of scheduled classes to offer guidance and feedback. I have also appreciated the range of extracurricular opportunities from societies to networking events which have helped me develop personally as well as academically. In terms of areas for improvement communication and organisation could sometimes be enhanced. There were occasions where deadlines, timetable changes or assessment guidelines were not communicated as clearly or as early as they could have been. Improving this would make the student experience more consistent and help reduce stress during busy periods. Additionally while there are strong support services available raising more awareness about how to access them could ensure more students benefit from the help on offer. Overall my experience has been positive and I feel that Greenwich is a place where students are encouraged to grow, explore new opportunities and feel part of a diverse and welcoming community. With a few improvements in communication and organisation it has the potential to be even better.

Campus life is engaging and fun if you're active; lots of choices of sports and social clubs. 3sixty club in campus is also one of best student clubbing experience I've had in the UK. Library is chic and comfortable with sufficient study spaces and books / online resource. Course content is interesting and inspiring but coursework is indeed demanding (if you are a good and hardworking student). Tutoring hours is not quite enough and most of the time you are expected to guide yourself through module content and problem solving. Disabilities support is available and of easy access but they could be reluctant to provided further assistance to students suffering from severe conditions or sudden accidents, and this could impact your studies to a large degree. However, if you are a healthy student with normal social life, it is not that difficult to graduate with a 2:1 or 1st with a bit of hard work whilst enjoying uni life.

Best aspects: The best thing about my university experience is definitely our professors, who come from all around the world. I’ve not only gained scientific knowledge but also learned so much about different cultures and communication styles. This has helped me improve my personal and professional skills. Another highlight is the library – the facilities for research and study are fantastic, and they’ve supported me a lot throughout my course. Worst aspects: The main challenge is that the university doesn’t have strong connections with pharmaceutical companies, which makes it difficult to secure internships through university links. On top of that, I’m still struggling to find a part-time job, and since there are no part-time opportunities on campus, it can sometimes be stressful to balance financial concerns with my studies. Having more career connections and part-time job opportunities on campus would really improve the overall experience.