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5.04.24.61101 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsAmazing, modern facilities and great support and information offered for the course. Loads of opportunities within departments and the faculties to do research or intern for experience
18-24 years
The best part of my uni experience is the course itself, I fond that the tutors are very well educated and offer expert advice. The worst part would perhaps be that it feels very lonely there are not many pushes for social activities.
24hr access and teaching
18-24 years
First gen student
Northumbria university is very nice place to study. Specially for international students like us they offer more facilities and help.
I used the SU lots last year, but now I never go as I never really know if any events are on. I love the university life and location
100% best part of Northumbria University is the support you recieve from the first day becoming a student, they have free mental health support, Ask4 available and a 24/7 open library! i also love the societies on offer! the only downside is how late the timetables come out but that can’t be helped!
Best bits is that there’s lots going on and staff are really helpful, sometimes financial struggles aren’t considered in courses and it’s not recognised that not everyone come from the same background
The location is amazing, and the faculty are very helpful and kind.
Great counselling - quick Financial distress - not much help. Took 3 months to get an answer, leaving me struggling
The social aspect of the University is to a high standard with lots of opportunities to get involved and make friends.
The environment is great and everything is accessible and easy to find, I’ve had no problems so far:)
It's good
Community, vibe, academic resources make Northumbria great!
18-24 years
The worst aspect of my university experience was when I had first moved to the UK. I didn't know anyone or anywhere in the city. It was so overwhelming and I just wanted to go home back to my family and stay there forever, but then I decided to give the school and city a chance to meet people from around the world, with different cultures, different religions etc. and make friends that could last a lifetime. I am more than proud to say I am a student of Northumbria. The school experience started of horribly and sad and just too much...I remember when I used to cry every night to go back home to my friends and siblings because I felt like I didn't belong here, everything was so different from home an I just had to adapt and I wasn't ready for that but, right now..it's a blast and I'm so happy here. Its honestly not as hard as i thought, balancing my school work with my leisure fun time. its the best experience ever and I honestly wouldn't change a thing. The people here are so amazing, kind, funny, loving, caring and so sweet. I love the school and the experience so far and would honestly recommend it for everyone else.
It is a great city and good university
18-24 years
Being at Northumbria is brilliant, with my accommodation close by it is easy to access all of the facilities the university has to offer without having to travel far. Also, with it being so close the Newcastle city centre it is easily accessible to be able to travel home as well. It is a university that prioritises the students needs.
the teachers and students are so polite and helpful as much as they can be there’s no improvements i have spotted yet
University life is a significant aspect of a student's journey. I would like to express how my university has provided me with numerous valuable opportunities, including: 1. Academic Excellence: The flexibility to choose my own modules and the accessibility to module tutors for any necessary guidance. 2. Professional Development: The chance to gain practical work experience through placements. 3. Social Engagement: The platform to enhance my interpersonal skills and expand my social network. However, I do want to address certain areas that could be improved: 1. International Student Support: It would be beneficial to discuss the rationale behind the higher cost for international students. We already incur expenses related to visas, health insurance, and income taxes generated from our employment. Furthermore, we often do not receive the same level of financial assistance as domestic students. This raises concerns regarding equal access to educational resources and overall fairness. It is crucial for the UK to demonstrate their commitment to equality and ensure that financial limitations do not hinder international students' success.
4.5
I have a great studio space and lots of freedom to create whatever artwork i want/need, the course helps to give us this freedom and work collaboratively with other students. However, I’d say that the arts department in general could have much better funding for it’s facilities; to give us more resources to work with and more opportunities to present our work to the public, therefore giving us better opportunities to network and integrate ourselves into the local art community.
I like that we are given free time during our weeks to work on our projects, but more guidance and help with direction and information as to what the criteria expects of us would be useful.