Law with International Relations - LLB (Hons)

University of Chichester

Pros- the library and group study booths, en suite accommodation, extra sessions to help employability/ seeing what career path is good, some lecturers are lovely and you can talk to them about lots Cons- accommodation not great at sorting out issues with other flatmates, law society is completely dead, some lecturers are dead boring, timetables are always released last minute, SU shop is expensive considering it’s literally there for students

The campus is located perfectly, especially if you are able to get accommodation on site! There's several shops nearby and an entire high-street. The only thing about chichester that isn't perfect is the nightlife, which for some people is a huge part of university life. If you aren't too interested in that, Chichester is perfect! Commuting is easy also, it's a 20 minute walk from the campus to the train station. The academic support from lecturers is amazing, I have never felt so supported in my education as I have here! Overall, Chichester is a great university with good facilities and teaching standards.

The smaller classes makes the university feel more personal, you can constantly ask questions without feeling like just a number.

My University has a massive student support system. It has helped me find my way through my new health condition and made sure I feel both supported and safe in not only my lectures but at my accommodation as well. The students all seem so happy and support each other regardless of whether or not they know each other. Lecturers go out of their way to support students and I believe they are true teachers rather than individuals with degrees. They make an effort to know each of their students individually, which provides a comforting environment. They have a focus on sustainability which involves both students and lectures being involved to improve the campus. The wide range of societies provides numerous opportunities for students, allowing individuals to develop their skill set and provides another opportunity to meet new people. The small campus provides a close knit community which allows individuals to develop an extended family. The university support you with housing, jobs and future careers from even as early as the first year. Whilst a small campus can often be seen as a negative the smaller aspect of Chichester complements the small, calm aspect of the city itself. I feel unbelievably safe in both uni and the city of Chichester. Student life is limited due to the small size of the city means students are limited to only a handful of bars for nights out. There are two bars which remain open until 3am on student night which have a nice student atmosphere, with cheap drinks. However if you are looking for a big night out it often involves heading to Portsmouth which adds an increased cost to the night out and the worry of transport to and from the club. The students union appears to be popular especially on social night, however due to off-campus accommodation being a half an hour walk away the students bar is often the last resort due to the walk back in the early hours of the morning. The students union itself works hard to provide the best support and opportunities for students, arranging events for individuals, groups and courses. As well as ensuring celebrations for each and every awareness day/week such as mental health week, purple day and pride. Overall the university is such a supportive environment. Provides multiple opportunities for students. And allows them to begin planning their future.

I think more integration with other courses would be great and focus on the humanities as often they are left behind in terms of socials and stuff. My best aspect of uni so far has been actually engaging in lectures and talking to my friends. Worst has to be the halls experience for me, i struggled a lot so i don’t think i got a positive experience overall but i commute now so its way more enjoyable!!