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5.04.24.61101 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsWhen people talk about university, they usually describe it as a place full of hope, fear, excitement, and stress all mixed together, and honestly that might be the best way to explain it. The best thing about university is the feeling of freedom you get when you first arrive. You can walk around the campus and feel like a new part of the world has opened for you. No one is telling you what to do all the time, no one is checking if you wake up early, and no one is forcing you to sit in a certain seat or follow the same old routine from high school. You get to choose your classes, choose your friends, choose how you want to spend your days, and even choose the kind of person you want to become. This freedom can make you feel grown-up in a good way, and it helps you understand who you are when you don’t have familiar rules guiding you all the time. Another good thing is the people you meet. At university, you might meet someone from a different city, a different country, or even someone who grew up in a completely different lifestyle, and somehow you find yourself talking to them about life at 2 a.m. in the dorm hallway. These friendships often feel strong because everyone is going through the same kind of confusion and excitement at the same time. You also get the chance to try new things, like joining clubs, learning new hobbies, or discovering subjects you never cared about before. Sometimes you surprise yourself because you find out you are good at something you never imagined doing. But even with all these good things, there are also some parts of university that feel like the worst things in the world. One of the hardest parts is the pressure. Even if you have freedom, you also have responsibilities, and they can pile up fast. There are weeks when you have so many assignments, and so many tests, and so many things to remember, that you feel like your brain is going to explode. You stay up late trying to finish everything, and sometimes you wonder if you are even doing the right major, or if you are wasting time, or if everyone else is doing better than you. It can make you doubt yourself in a way that feels heavy. Another difficult thing is the loneliness that sometimes sneaks in. Even if you are surrounded by thousands of students, there are days when you feel completely alone, like no one truly understands what you are going through. Some students feel homesick, some feel lost, and some pretend everything is fine even when it isn’t. Money is also a big issue for many people. University can be expensive, and sometimes you have to work extra hours or skip fun activities because you can’t afford them. Then there is the fear of the future, which grows stronger the closer you get to graduation. You start thinking about jobs, rent, responsibilities, and the fact that the “real world” is waiting for you whether you are ready or not. So, the best thing about university is that it gives you freedom, chances, and new people, but the worst thing is that it also brings pressure, stress, and moments when you feel lost. Still, even with all the struggles, most people look back later and realize that university shaped them, taught them, and changed them, sometimes in ways they didn’t notice at the time.
Great location with lots of transport options surrounding. Supportive with any queries and problems.
Nothing to improve it was great
The best part of my experience at Northumbria University, Newcastle Campus is the supportive learning environment. The lecturers are friendly and always willing to help, which makes it easier for me to understand new topics. I also enjoy the diversity on campus, as students come from many different countries. This creates a welcoming atmosphere and helps me learn about different cultures. The worst aspect is that sometimes the workload can feel a bit heavy during assignment deadlines, which can be stressful. I think the university could improve this by giving more academic guidance and spreading deadlines more evenly. Another area for improvement is the availability of quiet study spaces during busy hours, as it can be hard to find a place to study. Overall, Northumbria University, Newcastle Campus is a great place to study, and my experience has been mostly positive.
It is a good place to study Regular support post qualification
Helpful staff
Society involvement
Support and course module, and great city
Think it’s great
I love the way the teacher teaches
It’s nice
Great business building! Such a lovely community built through societies and city location
I love the social side of it and the support from tutors and staff, i don’t really have a worst aspect
Supporting
Amazing people
Cleanliness of the building and toilets could be improved. The overall study area is good and a peaceful place to work in. More comfortable chairs in seminar rooms.
It is open to variety of activities
4.5
Amazing uni
Best course facilities and experience, For worst, possibly the non-consistent timetable
Very good room and kitchen space, clean and modern. Lack of other facilities (eg common room/gym/ect)