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I believe the staff at the University of Nottingham is dedicated to the welfare of students. The facilities are maintained appropriately and the staff and professors are very eager to make sure that the students learn their way through the university courses. The coursework is also predicated on enhancing creativity and promoting free thought, which is crucial for proper educational development.
I love that the libraries are 24 hours so I can study at any time and there are some great transport links. However i think they need to make available a lot areas other than the library to study because it does get full very quickly or sometimes you just want somewhere quieter.
More seminars would be beneficial for engagement
From course content to sports, campus to societies, UoN truly embodies everything that a university should be. If you immerse yourself in university life (club sports, joining societies, making use of the aid, attending lectures) I find it hard to fault the university. From the beginning of the year, UoN gives everything it can - the size of the freshers fair automatically signals that if you want to, you can have a diverse and fun filled year. The standard of the sports clubs are incredible, paired with David Ross Sports Village which is quite literally state of the art - UoN support you in your athletic goals. In final year, after taking up help that has been provided, I have been pleasantly surprised by the amount of opportunities available and the help given to students in terms of career prospects, securing part time work, work experience - everything. I have been lucky enough to receive career mentoring and have been accepted onto a programme which aims to bridge the gap between Black professionals and students. Before I arrived in September of my first year, I had never visited Nottingham and I had no idea what to expect, but to say UoN exceeded anything I possibly could have imagined for university is an understatement. Asides from the strikes (I support the professors, and am angry at the chancellors for allowing them to go underpaid and unsupported), I could not have asked for a better university experience.
When I first arrived at Nottingham I had never felt so comfortable. Yes, this is a bit of an sweeping statement, but what I mean by comfort originates from the fact that this University feels like its own little world. University Park Campus is the perfect distance from Nottingham Town centre and Beeston, making exploring new areas easy. The facilities make you want to study and push yourself to expand your skill set- not just in an academic way. For example, I play the piano and I recently found the practice rooms where I just play for my enjoyment! It is also important to note that some of the University Park accommodation is under maintenance, which I think proves that some of the living facilities need to be improved. However, the social aspects of catered halls has led me to make great friends from all different blocks. So far my university experience has been great and I would recommend this university to many potential students.
18-24 years
To my way of thinking the best aspect of the university is the opportunity to get involved in different societies and groups. It does not matter what are you interested in, you could definitely find something to join and participate. The worst experience of mine is related to my social life last year. As an international student, I could say my first year was not what I expected. I thought there would be more supports for us. I believe the university should take more steps to improve its international students •.
18-24 years



Best experiences are probably the social aspect, especially of catered halls on campus, you get to know so many people. The facilities are good but more space is needed in libraries and study spaces really. When I was in catered the prices were very reasonable although they have gone up though. The quality of teaching is excellent and I don't have a bad word to say about it. The lab facilities could be better, they aren't as good as the University of Birmingham's facilities for example. An upgrade is needed but the campus is limited for space. Overall it's a very fun, social and respected institution, it could be improved by making it cheaper for students, compensating students affected by COVID and ensuring there is enough student accommodation for all those it teaches. This is only guaranteed in 1st year.
The campus is so beautiful and pretty. All my lectures and tutors seem to genuinely care about the students and want to help, the support is very good. Accommodations are pretty social and generally clean. Overall a lovely place.
The campus and everyone on the campus is one of the best aspects of the university. The campus is so open and green that it makes the university a great place to study. And everyone is so friendly (staff and students). A thing that could be improved is the scheduling of lectures. Sometimes I have lectures back to back at opposite ends of the campus and 10 minutes is not enough to walk there, especially if the lecture or seminar has gone over.
I love the course and facilities related to it but I don’t think the student experience on campus is great. No “cool” student bars, no nightclub in the SU, even though it’s a campus uni? Also the bars in lots of the halls remained closed after covid, bit rubbish. The gym isn’t 24hours also which I think is very weird at a university gym where students work all hours
Campus and location are beautiful though I wish there were more activities in the student Union to do rather than having to go into town. Additionally I wish there was a parking option for students on campus
The environment is easy to study in and there’s support when needed from lecturers. Professors are very understanding. The location is very pretty but if you want to be self catered you have to live off campus so takes me 30 mins to get to my lectures either by bus or walking.
Eco friendly Supportive staff Should have more grants, funds, and scholarships for international students from Asian areas
The campus makes Nottingham a great place to study, as the nature and scenery, especially the beautiful lake, can be so relaxing after a stressful day of studying, and feels like a breath of fresh air away from the busy city centre. I have also found the student wellbeing team and counselling service exemplary, and I have benefitted from the support and resources they have provided me with. An improvement I would benefit from is improving the Psychology seminars, which I understand to be an internal department improvement, as I didn't find these to be helpful in my first semester. I would appreciate increased group discussion and debate, as this did not happen and it felt like I could just complete the work on my own, instead of benefitting from hearing other's ideas and working together.
Having started during covid, I think the student support could have been better because lots of us felt isolated. The campus is lovely and the sites are really nice. I’ve not had much experience with the SU but the experience I have had has been good.
There's a large range of libraries and study spaces. There are ample places are laptops or computers.
Is a good uni overall
I enjoy the lecturers and study material, and I enjoy the location of the university and surroundings. I did find the transition as an international student to take a bit longer than expected, but I've been able to get support from the free breakfast club and trying to join societies more.
It’s a beautiful campus, the science buildings tend to be nicer. Provisions are good, as are support services. It’s a decent city with a good amount to do at night and day.


I believe this is a great University in terms of support and student life. The campus is also really nice as well as the medical school building.
In the first year the lectures where online and face to face, however in the 2nd year it is almost all in person, which is not very convenient if we just need to come in for 1 or 2 hours in a day. On the other side, facilitator and tutor support are great.