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My lectures are very inconsistent; some are good and some are not so good. I was unable to get University accommodation as I wasn't eligible. My course is so heavy and intense that I don't have much time to explore London which is a shame. The cost of living in London is high - it's an expensive city! Many of the classrooms I am taught in are too small and cold. Printing facilities are awful at the University too. If you are thinking about applying to UCL then it is important you show a real interest in your subject area. Try and show in your application and personal statement why you are passionate about your subject.

I am really enjoying studying Biomedical science at UCL, but the course is hard and very demanding. In terms of social aspects however, it's great and there is a lot to do in London. Just be prepared to work. I would say that some teachers need to develop better teaching and communication skills. That is the downside to studying. I live in Hughes Parry halls. It's great fun and they throw really good parties. I am also really enjoying the city life. The uni facilities could be improved. most departments have their own study rooms and hubs, but Biomed students don't, which is quite unfair. I am part of the hockey team and it's absolutely great. It does take time to train and it is a very competitive sport ,but you really feel a sense of belonging and it is great fun. We also hold events at the students union which are great. UCL generally has great graduate prospects, and they already get us involved and looking at careers that we could get into with a Biomedical Science degree. Tips for getting a place at UCL would be to write a good personal statement and do relevant work experience. Get involved in clubs and think of the other qualities that would help you aside from the academic side of stuff. Saying that, the grades are still the most important.

I expected there to be much more contact time with my department than what I currently have. I expected more lectures and tutorials/seminars. Conflict and Diplomacy is my favourite module so far. London is a great place to be a student as there's lots of free things to do. For example, there is free food at lunchtime from the Hare Krishna movement. If you come to London to study, don't just stay in your halls, go out and explore the city. The Students' Union at KCL puts on really good events and they are very well organised.

I live in Intercollegiate Halls and I don't really enjoy it. They are not very good in terms of quality. Being a student in London is really fun. It's very easy to get around the city as transport is good and there's lots to see and do. I get lots of visitors because everyone wants to come to London to visit. I haven't been involved in the Students' Union so I can't really comment on that. There is lots of careers advice and information available and internships are widely advertised to help us gain work experience whilst I'm at Uni.

There is a wide range of opportunities for international student to participate, which you can't really obtain from other Euro-centric schools. Just make sur you study hard to get all a's and a*'s in your A-Level exams, and you should be fine to get a place at SOAS.

In terms of uni. Place less emphasis on the prestige of the uni, and more on the location and where you want to be based. I have a few friends that have gone to uni's such as Falmouth, but they hate it as it is in the middle of nowhere. I absolutely love UCL because it is based in London, but I am not really very happy with the lecturers. I feel that they don't care that much and are there primarily to do their own research more than to help and teach us. However in regards to job prospects when graduating, the uni have assured us that they will help us. I live in Schater House accommodation which is great. Really nice and cosy. In terms of clubs and societies, I am part of the Bhuddist society. I absolutely love it as they always invite a lot of speakers from different branches of Bhuddism in, so we get to learn about it all. We also have big meditation sessions and try and get everyone involved.

My tutorials are great as they are small classes and very focussed. There is always something to do in London so it is a good place to live as a student. The Students' Union is very active.

I love my History course and it is taught to a very high standard. Being a student in London is great as there is so much to do. I use the University of London Union facilities a lot as they are convenient. I really enjoy being a member of the Badminton Society. Our Students' Union is very politically active and often takes the lead on campaigns in London.

My course is great as it's taught in very small groups so I feel like it is more focussed. My lectures are all very interesting and the lecturers always act in a professional manner. I like living in London as I feel like everything is in one place and you're always sure to find something to do. The only downside is it can be quite expensive. I am a member of the Jewish Society and the Israeli Society (to help with my studies) and a member of the Football Society. The coach is amazing and we practice and play once a week. If you are thinking about applying make sure you go to an Open Day or Taster Day. SOAS is quite specialist so it's important you know that it's right for you.

The reason I scored 'City Life' quite low was because I grew up in Oxford so it's nothing new to me. The libraries at Oxford are good but are far too spread out over the city. I would prefer everything to be in one place. I would only recommend my University to prospective students based on some areas, not all.