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Bethany
15 Feb 19
Birmingham City University
Computer Games Technology BSc (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
I really love it. It is better than expected - I've met so many amazing people, and had so many cool opportunities. I would highly recommend the university. I've learnt so much
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
They have a graduate+ scheme that helps increase employability. They also have many other schemes, guest speakers, people you can goto to check your CV and job applications and many work placement opportunities. The lectures all provide transferrable skills which will be valuable in real life
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
The lecturers are really friendly and they care. They are all willing to go the extra mile, and do what they can to help you succeed. The thing I like least is sometimes there are a lot of deadlines near to each other so it can feel a bit rushed
How many contact hours per week do you have?
12
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
The students Union is really good, and they run lots of events so it's easy to get involved
Accommodation
If you live in university halls or private housing, what is your accommodation like?
I really like the accommodation. It is clean, well managed and all the staff are really friendly. My flatmates are nice, and it's a great environment to live in.
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
Extremely good. We have very high quality computers and lots of resources we can use, and I know it is constantly being updated
City Life
What’s the city life like?
The city is a real nice place, and it's easy to make friends and meet new people
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
I love the ones I attend. They are well managed, fun and engaging, and there is such a wide variety of one's to choose from
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
We have weekly sessions where we can get support from our personal tutors, and there are lots of people we can reach out to if we need
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Georgia
15 Feb 19
Birmingham City University
Psychology BSc (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
University life is the best thing to happen to me. It’s helped me learn how to be more confident and independent. I’ve had the best time making new friends, joining societies, and having experiences I never would have had before uni.
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Having a degree makes it possible to go into certain careers. It gives great opportunities to put in your CV, and great transferable skills, such as being part of a society.
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
I love the modules and the lecturers, and love the coursework. However I do not enjoy exams, but the course is mostly coursework based.
How many contact hours per week do you have?
9
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
The students union is the best part about the university. We have a great students union pub with cheap prices. There are also a large variety of societies to get involved with, which is the best way to make friends and a great way to have fun.
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
The facilities are excellent. The university looks wonderful and modern and has a large amount of computers to access.
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Being on the city campus, it is amazing to be so close to the city centre, everything is at your door steps and it doesn’t take long to get to shops or nightclubs. I love the city life and being in such a busy city.
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Societies are amazing with a wide range that you’ll be able to find something you enjoy. They’re a great way to make friends and have fun.
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Lecturers are amazing at giving feedback, giving detailed feedback on what went well and where to improve. However with my experience of one of the counsellors I did not find it helpful, but that is my personal preference of not liking counselling. The counselling facilities are easy to access.
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Nadira
15 Feb 19
Birmingham City University
Public Relations & Media BA (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Memorable, love everything that i did. Many opportunities were given so it was great. Grab as many chances as you can when you come to BCU. The experience of volunteering and jobs are not limited and always up to date.
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Provide Careers+ department for every faculty im CV checks, guiding in jobs that are suitable for each student. The JobBook section that BCU had provides many opportunities for stident from jobs, volunteering and work placement experience.
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
I love how practical the whole course is, it is just that some parts are unclear at times and when being asked it did not give stidents the answer that we’re looking for.
How many contact hours per week do you have?
9
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
Excellent, full of responsibility.
Accommodation
If you live in university halls or private housing, what is your accommodation like?
Shared flat.
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
High tech, modern facilities. Very convenient especially in last minute printing
City Life
What’s the city life like?
I love it, very alive at night and always feel safe and secure:
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Some sre active some are not
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Great. The communication between module tutor and students is alright. The way of teaching for media students seems to be very practical and efficient in a good way.
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Caitlin
15 Feb 19
Birmingham City University
Working with Children, Young People & Families BA (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Very good. Hard at times, but then easy at times. Have made brilliant friends for life. Commuting is hard on wet winter days but gets easier when you know the outcome of your degree.
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
All of the above.
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Best: lots of group discussions in class and not just lectures. Worst: group presentations
How many contact hours per week do you have?
13
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
Very good. Always helpful in the shop and if we need anything.
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
Very good apart from having no on site parking for students.
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Very good. Good night life
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
So good. So involved and good socials.
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Very good. PDTs are brilliant.
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Chloe
23 Jan 19
Birmingham City University
Psychology BSc (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Great
Job Prospects
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Interactive
Students' Union
Uni Facilities
City Life
Clubs and Societies
Student Support
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Maira khan
11 Nov 18
Birmingham City University
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Overall, very enjoyable and welcoming experience. I would love to continue studing at BCU for my masters. Tutors are supportive and encouraging. Defiantly do not regret applying here .
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Staff are supportive to students. This university is one of the only universities to offer HARS. Graduate + is also offered, this helps with professional and personal development.
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Course is taught clearly and concisely, feedback is given.
How many contact hours per week do you have?
16
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
I have not got involved yet as i have not had time
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
Excellent, library has a large range of books and also a feature called BoB (box of broadcasts).
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Lively Enjoyable Fun
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Friendly Welcoming Fun Exciting
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Excellent support. Always remember to ask for support. If you do not ask you will not get the full support available to you.
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Tallsha
31 Oct 18
Birmingham City University
Criminology BA (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Different living away, new experiences
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Careers meetings and placements
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Interactive but sometimes boring
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
Could be better at advertising events
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
Everything provided
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Amazing, lots to do
Clubs and Societies
N/A
This user did not feel that they could enter a score for this category
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Average
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Anna
31 Oct 18
Birmingham City University
Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Some modules more interesting than others and lack of support
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Offers work placement opportunities
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Some lecturers are more engaging
How many contact hours per week do you have?
10
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
Not had any contact with them
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
Lots of good computers, sometimes lack of seating areas
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Bullring close, as well as city centre
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Not part of any clubs
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Hard to find time for tutor, lack of contact
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Laura
31 Oct 18
Birmingham City University
Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
I have gained a lot of skills that I wouldn't have got if I went straight into work
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
There are a lot of opportunities to help with finding a job
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
There are different ways I'm taught, which helps me learn
Students' Union
Accommodation
If you live in university halls or private housing, what is your accommodation like?
Its a good distance from uni and a good price
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
It has everything I need
City Life
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Enactus (social enterprise)
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
I get help from my peers in my class
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Katie
31 Oct 18
Birmingham City University
Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons)
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Enjoy the course, don't feel as though much guidance is given in regards to assessment
Job Prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
Offers placement year, Graduate +, etc
Course and Lecturers
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
9 hours a week isn't enough for £9250, often rushed, lecturers don't take much care to check if we understand
Students' Union
What do you think of your Students' Union? If you don't get involved, why not?
Good
Uni Facilities
How good are your university’s facilities?
More huts/places to sit at lunch would be better
City Life
What’s the city life like?
Having lectures until 7pm makes me slightly annoyed sometimes, the walk to the station is a bit long
Clubs and Societies
What are the clubs and societies like?
Could be more choice as cheer was the only one for dance/gymnastics girls
Student Support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
I previously wanted to change course and was having a bad time and the team were fantastic
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