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Bournemouth University is a good university with several advantages. Firstly, its prime location near a beautiful sandy beach makes it a relaxing and enjoyable place to visit in the summer. Secondly, it has excellent transport services with numerous buses running from different areas of Bournemouth directly to campus. These student-focused buses ensure easy access to the university regardless of your accommodation location. Furthermore, the university constantly invests in new buildings and projects, evident in its recent gym and library upgrades. However, there are some downsides. The sporting facilities for matches and other sports are located far from the university. While a bus service exists, it can be intermittent. If you're on a university team, you might face lengthy travel times to reach the sports facilities. Additionally, there could be more focus on developing academic societies and clubs. While the existing clubs, and the Student Union, are strong, expanding the range of academically oriented clubs would be beneficial. This potential shortcoming reflects the university's overall focus. With its 24-hour access and immense support from the library staff and the Student Union, the library remains a strong point.

Their facilities are great, especially the gym department - It’s catering to many sports and activities. The overall location is ideal too as it’s in zone 1 and the transport links are well connected. I would say that the careers hub isn’t as hands on with opportunities, you really have to search and take initiative when looking and applying for internships.

Edge Hill is a hidden gem as far as universities go. It's not as well known as some other unis but it's really great in almost every way. Very supportive staff, great quiet countryside location with good access to Liverpool and close to surrounding towns such as Southport. The gym facilities are top notch, as well as thr library and departments facilities. Can't recommended enough.

The uni itself seems alright but the student union really seems to do all the work when it comes to student satisfaction. My tutors are great and so are the facilities but I dont think I am aware of everything I can get to help me or experience wise. I also don't think that we need as many apps as we use for lessons, I think of everything was just on teams or Google classroom it would be easier but it's spread out between multiple apps and it doesn't feel very user friendly. I love the student union and the fact that the buildings are all close together.

The facilities and lecturers help ensure that you aim to get the best possible outcome for what you attempt to study however some of the campus feels slightly outdated with the way some of the rooms are laid out and can be improved.

The diversity of buildings makes every lecture feel different and every environment feels fresh. The Ramsden building however has very tall, narrow and tiring stairs, which seems small but can make a large impact on a busy day

Most of the lecturers are lovely and really helpful. There’s been lots of student events to keep it a fun and exciting time and take the pressure off studying. The library is great but can be difficult to find somewhere to study when it’s busy

It is all based on a hill so for someone with low mobility it can be hard to get around. However, everything else is great. The facilities are beyond anything I've ever imagined. The library is a great area to study in

The teachers, so far that I have had, have been so wonderful. I started the first term really worried, feeling a bit lonely and emotional but I felt really inspired and motivated by them. I also think the overall values of the university are so good - it gives opportunities and a voice to all and I’m honestly proud to say that I study there. The thing, however I would improve on is communication. Sometimes it’s hard to get in touch with students services and get responses from them or queries raised. I also find personal tutors aren’t really that supportive.