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503 Student reviews
18-24 years
First gen student



The disability team and educational support are really good, they’re fast at providing support such as any testing for learning aids , help with DSA and support within the course you’re learning. They have a mental health team (The lifelounge) that can provide support and refer you to any further specialist treatment if required, along with copper the therapy dog who is adorable . They have been a huge help in my first year. The university itself is a great place to study! The only let down is the location , however it’s manageable thanks to Manchester being close with plenty of public transport to access it. If you’re a student that likes nightlife Manchester is a great option but if you’re not there’s still plenty to do within the area such as museums , the Peak District and the cinema in town. I am thankful for the fantastic flatmates (who are basically my second family) and friends for life I’ve made coming to Bolton Uni . I’ve met people from all walks of life and have really learned so much from coming to uni. I was so scared at first but the staff at the accommodation and the university made it so much easier, and when times were rough they directed me to support and help I could get.
Staff are very helpful Unlimited resources such as books,laptops and lecturers Learn lots and things get explained in depth Zoom calls are very hard to learn from
I have only been at the uni for about 6 months and I feel welcome, my personal tutor is brilliant, my lecturers are brilliant and the other students in my class are nice.
I was a January starter and feel like I have had no support. I have emailed my personal tutor as well as the course leads and never get a reply. I've just been made to get on with it , which is extremely difficult after being out of education for so long. On a better note, The tutors are amazing at what they teach and I feel like this course was meant for me.
University of Bolton is a great place to study because of the small number of students in each course, it makes it easier as an individual to understand the lesson. It also offers many facilities to students like entertainment area, coffee shops, gym and areas to focus on studying.
The website, with moodle is great! The tutors put up recommendation on what books, websites etc. that will hep with the current module or essay!
I highly recommend the university and honestly any of the courses offered. Engineering in fantastic and from other students so are all the other courses. Absolutely fantastic. This is the second uni Ive been too and its definatley the better one. The other one was top 5 in the ratings but it just wasnt as friendly and even the teaching wasnt as good. I do wholeheartedly say the university of bolton is amazing and if its in considerations then you should join.
University of Bolton has a good system of teaching, such as leap online in person and in the zoom they also provide some support and are happy to help with any issues you got within a week to solve it.
25-34 years
First gen student
I think the support that the teachers give me was super important to achieve my goals and always do my best. The university in overall is super friendly always with activities and super inclusive. The facilities could be better, they can be very cold especially in the winter.
It is a great university, and I would recommend it to anyone, good support and involvement all round. I have not used all the facilities partly due to covid however information is always shared to students about what is going on in the university. could expand on more practice areas such as Stepping hill or Salford Hospital. Otherwise, the university is improving.
I've nothing positive to say about it.
As being a uni student so far I feel very relaxed when I’m there made lots of new friends. The support from tutors is amazing too! Can’t wait to continue this exciting journey!
45-54 years
Brilliant lecturers who are really supportive and share their wealth of knowledge. University is very friendly, lots of event held by student union. Fully diverse and a brilliant library to support your studies. Did my foundation degree here and would not choose any other university.
My best experience is the time spending in class with my mates doing lectures activities assisting one another and interacting. My worst experience is the placement allocation too far away from where I live and at times is hard to have 1 to 1 time with your tutor when you in need.
The library is great. Location is good. Too much on line teaching for the nursing, but this is being rectified going back to more face to face. Most people can get in the nursing course. It's university, not school so it is up to you to get the support you need, and going into nursing means you have to be able to manage to find resources. Remember nursing is a full time course so sort out childcare in advance. Those who struggle with learning often don't turn up for lessons or tutorial. Take time to do the support courses for referencing and academic writing. There are extra activities on that if you have time are good.
The tutors are very helpful and the feedback provided on the assignments are timely and helpful.
25-34 years
The best encounter at Bolton has been making new friends, and being heard in my most vulnerable moments. I have felt supported and also felt that support goes a long way for academic success
The tutors are helpful, supportive and welcoming. But it should offer more online options
45-54 years
First gen student
Bolton uni is great, very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Very dedicated tutors who clearly know their stuff. So glad I chose Bolton


I have found the teaching and support of staff excellent and much more friendly than my last University.
The course has been ran fantastically with great facilities.