Media and Journalism MA

Newcastle University

Overall, Newcastle's Student Union really stands out as a demonstrable example of their effort and care for the students' experience. The location of the university itself, as well as the different campus locations around the city, allows for a more diversified (student) experience of the city, rather than having all of the campuses clumped together. The only real criticism I have is not as much a tangible criticism of the university's student union, student life, facilities, support or location. Rather, it is a criticism regarding the academic tolerance of AI. There has been an indication from the University that there are intentions to expand AI into the carrying out and grading of assessments, as well as other elements of the academic experience. This is not only problematic on a fundamental level in terms of education considering AI's propensity to enable students to disengage as the AI performs many of the more "menial" tasks (such as editing or summarising). It is also problematic as the University has said that environmental sustainability and awareness is a key priority according to their mission statement, and user-generated AI is incredibly environmentally reckless when one considers the abundance of resources (water, power, etc.) required to power AI.

The university is very supportive and always happy to help you with any issues you may face. The teaching staff are great, and I feel I have learnt so much since joining. The social life and accommodation is also really good. A way it could be improved is by making more societies, however there is already a great range of societies.

The best is probably how everything is in one place, uni campus, town, and night life there as well. The worst was probably when I was trying to get a therapy when I really needed it and the waiting list was too long, so it took a month to get in touch.

Oh, Newcastle University is just fantastic! The teaching staff there are so inspiring and supportive, making learning a real joy. And let's not forget about the epic nights out - they add such a fun vibe to my university experience. The campus itself is stunning, creating the perfect setting for both studying and socializing. Newcastle University truly has everything I could ask for in a university experience!

The best aspect of student lifestyle is the city campus that Newcastle has. Nestled in the heart of the city you’re in and around everything you need. The nightlife is great and the student facilities are second to none. I feel all my lecturers are friendly and extremely knowledgeable. If I were to improve one thing about the University it would be the Students Union. I feel it could be made much more impactful, there are minimal draws to the SU and I feel no incentive to visit it unless I have to.