Social Studies postgraduate degrees

Very quiet, lots of areas to study and lecture halls are large and comfortable. I would like there to be more activity based societies and for the society website to be updated quicker because new ones have trouble being added and there are old ones that have closed one or two years ago

It’s a great place to study because the academic environment is supportive, the teaching quality is strong, and there are plenty of opportunities to grow through projects, events, and collaboration with classmates. The campus community also makes it easy to feel included and motivated. It could be improved by streamlining administrative processes, offering clearer communication, and reducing unnecessary bureaucracy. More practical learning opportunities and better support during exam periods would also make a big difference.

The best aspects of my university experience have been the sense of community and the opportunities for personal and academic growth. My course is taught by passionate lecturers who make the subject feel relevant and engaging, and I’ve appreciated how approachable most staff are when I need help. There are also plenty of extracurricular activities and societies, which made it easy to meet people with similar interests. The campus facilities—like the library, study spaces, and wellbeing services—have also been a big part of what makes it a great place to study. In terms of what could be improved, there are a few key areas. Communication between departments could sometimes be clearer, especially around deadlines and timetable changes. At busy times of the year, access to study spaces can become limited, and more quiet areas or longer opening hours would make a difference. It would also help if there were more practical, hands-on learning opportunities such as placements, workshops, or industry links, as these really enhance understanding and employability. Overall, the university offers a supportive and stimulating environment, but with better organisation and more resources during peak periods, the student experience could be even stronger.

My experience at uni has been mostly positive. The course is engaging and the practical elements make it more interesting. Many lecturers are supportive and the facilities are helpful for studying. However, communication and organisation could sometimes be improved, as information can occasionally be unclear or late. Overall, it’s been a good place to learn and gain experience

The best aspect of my university experience has been the community at Westminster and the confidence I have gained throughout my time here. The environment has encouraged me to become more independent, engage with different perspectives, and feel comfortable expressing my own ideas. The lecturers have been supportive and approachable, and I have particularly valued the opportunities to participate in discussions rather than simply learning from textbooks. Westminster’s central London location and diverse student community have also made the experience feel genuinely connected to the professional world. The worst aspect has probably been that, at times, balancing academic work with personal responsibilities could be challenging. I also think there could be more opportunities for students to build connections with employers and gain practical experience directly through the university. While there are careers events and opportunities available, expanding these further would help students feel even more prepared for life after graduation. Overall, Westminster has given me much more than an academic qualification. It has helped me become more confident, independent and ambitious, which is what I value most about my university experience.

Everything is nice here.it was a great place to study it would be better if Sheffield hallam university has their own work placement for work experience students so we have more opportunity at the Best

Best is probably sports culture, I love the sports culture. The worst is probably campus not being like them American style campuses as I would have loved one of those with more greenery but that’s me being picky

The best aspects are the student union and the facilities available. I think it could be improved if we had more books generally available at the library without requiring click and collect, since right now the library feels like a study space but not a real library.

Great social life, good options for student societies, a lot of student support. A lot of professionals teaching on the course and it gave me exactly what I wanted for my career progression into genetics