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4.04.22.82171 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI love the uni
The worst part is that it is secluded from the town. If you are someone from abroad, it is hard to go out because everything is so far away. So most likely to are going to stay in your accommodation all the time
The campus is really difficult to navigate but the variety of different events make up for it like printmaking classes and mug decorating sessions.
it has good vibes for students but academic side needs improvement
There is lots of areas for study and plenty of guidance. Lecture room could be warmer in the winter as it’s difficult to concentrate in the cold. Generally great place to study.
The university of Essex is situated in a national park- I love wildlife, which is abundant in this corner of England. The Students Union is great as well, very inclusive and welcoming. To improve the university, I would encourage more regular tutor meetings; being away from home is difficult for a lot of people- especially those who’ve never lived on their own before. Having someone check in with you who you can talk to about it makes you feel like you’re still attached to normal life in a way, so you can adjust in your own time.
Good events, supportive environment and good lecturers. Shut down a lot of good places (stem and root cafe) and kind of depressing surroundings (need more plants & flowers.
The hills here are crazy but I still like them. The people here are really nice.
I have had personal struggles with university especially in my first year and the student union and my lecturers all went out of their way to help me. I’m so grateful to them because now I am very much enjoying University life and my studies.
Best aspects - Campus is nice, good weather most days and people friendly Bad Aspexts - Location is a bit boring, not enough activities and nightlife isn’t great
Hills for South court the hex is an odd choice, the maze of classrooms construction issues Good pizza, and Buffalo Joe's,
Worst: Hills suck, Hex is a weird place, classrooms in the buildings near the square are very hard to navigate Best: Good food, nice open space
Friend got spiked in uni club
It's good, but far from London
The communication from the university to us students is amazing, they keep us updated on latest events/experiences and opportunities. They have a brilliant support system in place for students to ensure everyone feels safe and welcome around university. The worst aspects would be some of my lessons, I feel as though they could be more engaging and interactive to ensure I get 100% out of each lesson.
18-24 years
First gen student
more variation and improvements on campus food, easier guides on navigation
Friendly, multicultural and a giant campus
Definitely focuses in student satisfied which is essential to student success here, great facilities with amazing resources and support in all forms and the location is peaceful and accessible to many locations we need whilst on campus
The best aspect about my university is how accommodating and helpful they are to students
4.3
Best is that it’s a lovely uni, with a great campus. Bad is the student life is dying
Not sure.
Most is that there’s a lot of people, least is the sharing toilet for the price, they also increased the price by £700 from last year