Design Engineering - BEng (Hons)

University of Brighton

The teachers are supportive and make it clear that they are trying to help us by setting times to talk to us about our projects. Sometimes the times for the courses could be inconvenient being 10am, it would be nicer to have some afternoon lectures instead of morning ones sometimes.

The support offered is really good, a lot of disability support that has benefitted me a lot. There is also a free shop where you can pick up food, stationery and other things for free, which is really helpful for those struggling with money. I've been struggling in my expensive accommodation (it wasn't my first choice) and they've been helpful in offering for me to move into the on-campus where it would be a lot cheaper, and they also offer job opportunities.

The location is perfect, I love having my home near my uni but also having the option to walk into town - in my opinion it’s the perfect distance. The equipment available for my course is fantastic, I have pretty much everything I need. The halls for first year were amazing!!! The student union should/could host more events. There are obviously some held but they are very generic and not very well promoted meaning there isn’t a large turnout. I have friends at other unis who are going to student union lead events every week, which sound new, unique and exciting and I wish there was more on offer here. The hours expected of you at university are unrealistic and are pushed too hard. I put in the work and usually do well for myself, but I definitely do not put 40 hours a week like I have been told I should be. These unrealistic hours should not be pushed onto students as they create anxiety and can have the opposite effect on engagement due to the stress they cause.