Criminology PhD

University of Brighton

As an estranged student myself, I have found Brighton university to be very supportive. I feel as if Brighton University could be improved through a reduction in 9am lectures.

I love the study spaces available on campuses, and how they are available to everyone. I wish there were more quiet options for people to study in, other than just the library.

The course leads, staff, lecturers, seminar leads etc are all incredible. If you need extra help / have more questions they’re always quick at responding to emails and helping you in person. Great city life, lots to do as a student (and good student deals). Good location of a campus, doesn’t take too long to get into town centre where everything is. Facilities and building are always very clean, especially the toilets. Good prices for food in the shop and cafeterias.

The best aspect is the support for me, as a student with autism and anxiety the support that is given through my PAT and seminar tutors is unmatched. They are considerate, reassuring and encouraging. I don’t think i would’ve been able to live away from home without the kindness and support from them. Also, the academic support I have received is exceptional! I went from barely passing at a 40/100 to 80/100 and 98/100! The worst aspect might just be my experience living in halls in terms of the staff. The cleaners have previously been a problem for my flat. They have in the past been rude and unwilling to clean our kitchen despite it not being a mess. the security and other staff at reception have been involved by inspecting our kitchen and coming to the conclusion that our kitchen isn’t messy enough for the traffic light system our cleaners have put in place (which eventually leads to fines). despite this, all other staff here are extremely lovely and living in halls is so much fun. it isn’t a horrible thing that ruins my university experience, more so a minor inconvenience! it could be improved by some more staff training or morale boosting activities i believe!

The way my University could improve is less staffing issues in my department; however the best thing about my university is the community and friendly feel between everyone