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There are good study facilities and the campus itself is very nice.
The course is good and interesting, but the first year content is quite broad.
The accommodation is good for the convenience of being on campus and surrounded by other students, but the quality of the rooms and services does not match the price.
Self-contained and attractive campus, in an amazing location for anyone who wants green spaces and access to the outdoors but also wants to be in a (small) city rather than a town. Many excellent societies, teaching quality and support for students are generally great, although there are always a few exceptions.
No regrets choosing this subject. The choice of modules available to students studying Environmental Science allows you to lean towards ecology, hydrology or whatever you find most interesting (and likewise, after 1st year you can pretty much avoid aspects of the subject which you find difficult or boring). However, some lecturers appear to put in vastly more effort and enthusiasm into the module they are teaching than others; this is especially true in 2nd year and after as they pretty much have a free rein to structure the module as they wish, which occasionally results in chaotic, stressful modules with minimal contact time or support and then rather inconsistent and unfair marking. It's very difficult to assess which modules are legit whilst signing up to them, so ending up with one of these is pretty much down to bad luck. To be fair, this issue was probably exacerbated by the fact that I was studying during Covid.
Relatively good accommodation compared to most student rooms.
Gym facilities 10/10 excellent SU and support
Good lecturers, not so much in the way of practical application and careers
Too many on one floor but everything worked
Lancaster is a campus university which makes it feel like a small town. There is everything you need here, and only short trips into town are necessary for essential food. It has many clubs and societies, meaning you will always have something to look forward to between studying. The downsides of Lancaster are that the buses are pretty expensive, the city is nearly an hour away, walking around campus can be a trek, and the laundry service is quite costly. I love studying and living in Lancaster and would highly recommend it.
Good course but have to supply my own materials.
Great accommodation, perfect location being close to the centre but not too loud.
This is a nice place for students to get used to university life and study with a professional lecturer. My experience here so far is really good, I really like how comfortable the facilities here such as the common areas, library and the academic building where we can get to work there. The only thing I could think that may need to improve might be the student union. The societies have a list of choices, but some are still waiting for the SU to approve before starting up officially. Compare to other well known universities, SU could provide more choices of societies and events for the diversity of student.
My module is a good combination that offers business with a focus on communication and creativity. Most of the lecturers are good at teaching and provide sufficient sessions for students to ask questions about their coursework. However some seminar tutor could done their job better which will definitely increase the participation of students checking in.
Lancaster is a quiet place and small town so if you're looking for a busy, bustling university life it might not be the best place to live for you. However, for those who do like that there are plenty of on campus bars and in town clubs to go to where you'll meet many people. Another thing about Lancaster is that the community is so diverse and you'll meet such a wide range of people from all kinds of different backgrounds. It's a good opportunity to meet people and learn lots about different places! In terms of campus most places that you need are in the immediate vicinity, such as the gym, laundrettes, on campus shops such as SPAR (however it's quite expensive to do most of your shopping here) as well as places to eat or get takeout. There's even a barbers/ hairdressers here. If you want to do a bigger shop for the week it might be worth getting the bus to town or even ordering a grocery delivery to save your back from all the carrying. The town is very pretty though and it's not a far walk to Lancaster castle which would be amazing in summer. Personally for me, the fact that Lancaster is a small town made adjusting to moving here a lot easier since I could learn my way around quite quickly, so depending on the vibe you prefer the quaint town may be perfect. I couldn't have asked for a town to make me feel more comfortable and safe to be in. The campus halls are quite nice and well managed- depending on how you take care of your own space of course! One of the hardest hurdles to overcome is learning to live with strangers though but you're all in the same situation and people tend quite fast at the beginning of the year. Additionally, each accommodation building has it's own support system which is a big help, you get to know your individual support system so it feels a little more personal. If you need help you know there's always someone on campus who can help you.
Obviously I cannot speak on behalf of all courses but my module teachers so far have been very supportive and interesting. Unlike some universities, lectures here are an hour long each (instead of 2 hours) and workshops an hour to an hour and a half. They're just long enough to keep your attention and also not drain you too much so you don't understand what's going on anymore. I find that it makes going back to make any additional notes that I need after the lecture much easier as it enables me to find my own time and create a schedule that works for me whilst also not overworking myself. Genuinely, I believe if you go for a subject that you have a strong passion for then you'll do just fine! Motivation is key here as if you don't keep up on your work then you'll slowly fall behind. The workshops at Lancaster do help to prevent this though as they act as as an interactive consolidation class. They allow you to practice what you've learned in the past week or two and works in a more class-like setting. This way if you do have any questions about the work you can ask your lecturer in a less formal setting since you all slowly get to know each other. I have found it a little difficult to adapt my learning style when it comes to different lecturers though. Some put more information on the slides and almost read it, some go off script a little more. Some put very minimal text on slides and explain most of the information verbally. It has been an obstacle for me to try and process the information in a way that helps me to learn when they don't necessarily teach in a style that works for me- so sometimes I need to put a little more effort in during my own personal time. For instance, I find it a bit harder to process verbal information and it goes in my head much faster when I read it, so I may need to be quicker at making notes and rewrite them in my own words later. In terms of online classes, I quite like them still. One aspect of COVID that I really am thankful is now more common is recording the classes so we can revisit them as many times as we need to. It makes personal learning a lot easier, especially if you have to miss a lecture for whatever reason. Opportunities within the law school here are so frequent and help give you an idea on how many careers there are actually available in the field!
I'm very central in campus and the spot is honestly amazing. It's not a far walk to anywhere that I need to go to, whether it be the bus underpass, food places or my lecture halls. Like I mentioned earlier, living with people is the hardest part about moving away from home and I think your flatmates do help determine part of your experience here. Depending on how people take care of the space, especially the kitchen it might not always be the cleanest place (which is a little frustrating) but there are cleaners who come in a few times a week to help get some of the basics back clean for you. In terms of value for money the reason I've rated that slightly lower is because of inflation and prices going up next year, it's already quite expensive and I know some people avoid living on campus for that reason. But currently the ensuite's are so lovely- spacious with shelving, wardrobe, a large desk, drawers, under bed storage and of course your personal bathroom. I'd recommend the ensuites to anyone who can afford them. In terms of wifi I've never had an issue so far, it's always really fast. Moreover, if anything needs fixing in your room you can either ring up or report it via the app which makes the process of getting repairs/replacements very easy. For safety, as I mentioned you each get your own support system allocated to you by your accommodation so it feels inclusive and personal and if you have any issues with your accommodation you can always speak to them about any problems. The porter's are also available 24/7 so you know if anything ever happens you always have someone you can go to and be safe.
According to the studies and teaching… it’s the best uni… but there is no night life… and all the shops close around 5 in the evening… that the worst part!!!
It’s the best uni!!!!
Good campus, good facilities, great teaching. Downsides are gym being packed and a 30 min bus ride into town.
Good course and teaching. Only downside is I haven't met my tutor at all.
Only downside of this college is the walk to campus. Other than that great accommodation.
It's so beautiful! A glorious safe campus University next to Morecambe Bay, with easy access to the Lake District. Staff really care about students and there is good support available when you need it. Green Lancaster is a fantastic initiative promoting sustainability on campus and beyond, we have an edible campus and a wind turbine
expert, interested supervisors, opportunities to take research in directions you want to and projects which make a real difference
Great place to study! The professors are very communicative, approachable and knowledgeable.
Great course for working professionals.