PGCE Secondary (English)

Lincoln Bishop University

We have a beautiful, modest campus equipped with a fantastic library, refectory, coffee shop and Students Union bar. The buildings vary, some are ultra modern with all the touch screens you would expect in such a facility, and some are the most curious and quirky mazes which feel traditional. The teaching staff are exemplary - on this course (English Language with Teaching), we have such small class sizes (7-11) that we're almost getting one-on-one tuition; the tutors certainly give us as much attention and support as you could hope to want. I live off campus, so haven't partaken in much of the 'student life', however I felt incredibly special to be part of the Matriculation ceremony in Lincoln Cathedral, and have attended a number of events put on my the Chaplaincy (religion not required!), I've attended guest lectures and been offered the opportunity to take part in global seminars and discussions. We perhaps don't have so many societies as other Universities, which is the only slightly negative aspect, but Uni is what you make of it - and there is plenty for me to be involved with. I am a mature student, and I see a few others around the campus on occasion. However neither the tutors or my fellow students have been anything less than welcoming. I'm really pleased I chose to attend Lincoln Bishop University.

BGU is more like a community. There's a good bond between students and university staff. In terms of support, I'd say students are pampered like last borns.

Facilities like CELT are very good, however as with all places there are some areas such as staff communication with students, some people seem to not want to respond to messages. There are often technical issues with blackboard and the turn it in systems used for assignments which can’t really be blamed on anyone.

It's a small campus where staff and students get to know and support each other. I feel a strong sense of community and belonging here.

I’ve been supported for the first time ever in my higher education journey. I am a mature student who is autistic and dyslexic and studying is very hard at times. I’m getting there with the help and support I need. I love our campus, the facilities and most of all the people. Genuinely my best student experience.