I love that it's in the countryside and that there's so much nature around us. It could be improved if the people who read our maintenance requests and carry them out actually did them within a reasonable time.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 2.0

Some of the lecturers make even the boring topics seem interesting. I also like that we have problem classes on certain topics to help us if we don't understand something. The worst part is that there are way too many 9am lectures.

• Course content 4.0
• Lecturers and teaching quality 4.0
• Tutor contact time 3.0
• Subject facilities 3.0

It would be a good place if you like the countryside and woods and greenery. However, the town closest to us doesn't have much except grocery stores, a cinema and about 2 stores, and the next closest town that does actually have a mall is an hour away by bus. I like that sometimes though because it saves me money since I won't be able to buy anything unless I travel an hour.

• Cost of living 4.0
• Safety 4.0
• Public transport 3.0
• Part-time work opportunities 2.0
• Graduate employment opportunities 4.0
• Diversity 3.0

I like that my accommodation is close to all my lectures. The floor of my room is a bit nasty but the room itself is quite big. There have been wasp infestations and other problems with the building however.

• Location 5.0
• Safety 3.0
• Room allocation 3.0
• Internet/wifi 2.0
• Value for money 4.0
• Property management 2.0

• Facilities 3.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 3.0

very friendly staff. interactive lectures, pretty campus

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 4.0

Keele's campus is quiet which makes me feel at peace, giving me more motivation to study. I really like how the nature surrounding the campus because it makes studying less stressful. Because Keele isn't massive it makes it easier to make close friends because you see similar faces everyday and most people live on or near the campus. I also really like how good the clubs are because I've made a lot of friends through that route. However, I don't like the limited nightlife as it makes it boring on the weekend since the SU isn't the most exciting facility in my opinion, I think cheaper drinks would make it better since students aren't the richest people.

• Facilities 3.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 3.0

Pros: The university campus is wonderful, absolutely stunning, vast amounts of land to explore at any time of the year. I've found the disability support very helpful, albeit a long process but brilliant that it's there. New experiences, supportive lecturers, keeping me on track every few weeks. Plenty of food options, vegan, vegetarian, etc. Cons: Parking is expensive and always full when you need it. Lack of sustainability options. The maintenance loan hardly covers the cost of living so you have to work to actually be able to live, I think this is a country wide issue and not to do with Keele. Simulated leaning being cut, lecturers who have been a massive help have been let go.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 4.0

Great environment and people!

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

I love the amount of nature around campus, being right next to a forest and trees everywhere across, i like that Keele is secluded in a way. It has a great night life and loads of ways to connect with other students through societies such as sports or other interests making you feel less alone in your studies. there are plenty of social spaces and areas to study, you can book out classrooms, stop by the library, KPA or the su. the library has the option to study in silence, or book a study room for yourself to focus, or even book a study space to colab with friends

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 4.0

Keele University is a great place to study because of its welcoming campus atmosphere, strong sense of community, and supportive learning environment. The campus is spacious and green, creating a calm setting that helps students focus on their studies while still offering plenty of social and extracurricular opportunities. Many students appreciate the close relationships they can build with lecturers due to smaller class sizes, as well as the wide range of facilities and societies available. However, Keele could be improved by expanding transport links to make travel to and from the campus more convenient, and by continuing to upgrade accommodation and study spaces to meet the needs of a growing student body.

• Facilities 3.0
• Location 1.0
• Student support 3.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 2.0

Parking could be better

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 4.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 2.0

Best = Course, Staff, Campus Worst = Travel to Campus

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 3.0

This uni has the most beautiful campus! The wildlife and sustainability have a positive impact on the Uni. The students union run lots of events and student life can be quite busy. Regular buses would however make it easier to travel in and out of the uni to town

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 4.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 3.0

There is a real effort by the students union to make the student experience a good one, lots of free activities both by the su and university itself, however the financial issues caused by mismanagement post-covid are substantial which in turn result in high costs for students for things like hiring minivans to train off-campus etc. The university on the other hand seems to not care in the slightest for students or staff. Repeated, terrible deals with companies in change of the on campus accommodation have put the uni in terrible financial issues. They are working on layoffs and paying giant sums of money to consultants so they can be told to fire more staff. After decades of government austerity surely we have recognised that austerity does not work right? student experience is affected by the layoffs, it doesn't matter how much the uni deny it. Keele has a lot of excellent staff who really care and want the students to come out with so much more than just a sheet of paper but the biased upper management seem to love lining their own pockets. Overall, great uni, geography is a great course and student experience can be fantastic if you make it so but someone needs to do a whole revamp of management.

• Facilities 4.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 3.0

The biggest plus you get from Keele is its rich history to explore physically. From the nature to the near half milennia old buildings that date back before the English Civil War! However, you are quite far from places and isolated, and the rent is pretfy expensive. Not really worth living on campus at all. Facilities are great but stusebt support is quite hands off

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 2.0
• Student support 2.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 1.0
• Students' union 1.0

Nice community feel, not like a typical university in th big cities. Lots of green spaces on campus and close by

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 3.0

Very good university and staff however student services could be more helpful.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 2.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

Starting my Psychology degree at Keele university has been one of the best things I have ever done in my life. Everyone told me uni would be a scam and that i would waste my time,but that is not true at all and i’m so glad i followed my gut because i made the best decision. I’m the first in my family to go uni and it’s an amazing opportunity. At first i was really nervous but everybody at Keele is really warm and down to earth and they easily made me feel welcome and felt like i belonged. I’m in my 2nd year of single honours Psychology degree and Keele feels like home. The best thing about Keele is the community vibe,it’s big enough to have loads going on but small enough that you don’t feel lost or like “just another student”. The psychology lectures in particular have been amazing and still are,I really feel supported and i feel like i could talk to them about anything,everyone here is really open minded which makes it way easier and relieving. What blows my mind is how lecturers actually know your name,like i feel seen,which is shocking considering how many students they actually have,just shows the effort coming from them. The course is so well structured,there are so many interesting modules and so many opportunities to explore your own interests,you never get a chance to be bored. Campus life is another massive plus,and i don’t necessarily mean living on campus,but that can count too. You make so many friends if you live here,you have your own small community,but even commuting, you have study spaces,green spaces,cafes and places to hang out between lectures,definitely worth taking a walk and seeing the cute little squirrels jumping around. I didn’t expect to love the countryside this much,but it’s relaxing,quieter,it’s easier to study here. People and noise will not be an issue at Keele. If i had to pick a “worst” part,it will be the travel for me personally,especially during winter, it costa a fair bit to get onto campus and transport that would be at least more frequent would of been nicer,but honestly even that doesn’t feel like a real problem,because I experience value at Keele for every single commute,it’s totally worth it in the end,and i can always warm myself up with a nice hot chocolate from Costa on campus. I actually look forward coming to uni. If you want to come here,my top tip would be to get involved with the uni society,there are many,talk to people on your course there are always groupchats you will be added to. Keele offers so many opportunities,but you only fully experience uni if you jump into it. Overall Keele has made me feel proud of myself,i feel supported and excited about my future. It’s a genuinely great place to study,could actually say it’s the perfect uni. I wouldn’t choose anywhere else.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

The best parts of my uni experience were finding new likeminded people to be friends with and feeling supported by certain lecturers that were always willing to help. The worst part was the occasional lack of clear communication around assessments, which sometimes made planning and keeping on top of deadlines more difficult.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 4.0
• Students' union 5.0

Campus uni and is nice and quiet.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

As a third-year nursing student at Keele University, my experience has been a journey of both rewarding challenges and invaluable growth. The best aspect has been the exceptional support from academic staff and clinical mentors who are deeply invested in our success. Keele’s strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning through excellent clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings has truly prepared me for real-world nursing. The university’s state-of-the-art simulation facilities and interprofessional learning opportunities have enhanced my confidence and competence in delivering safe, patient-centered care. Conversely, the toughest aspect has been managing the demanding balance between academic workload, clinical placements, and personal life—especially during periods of intense study and shift work. Early exposure to fast-paced clinical environments sometimes felt overwhelming, but it ultimately strengthened my resilience and adaptability. The occasional administrative delays and communication gaps in placement allocation also posed challenges, though these experiences taught me valuable problem-solving skills. Overall, Keele has equipped me both academically and practically, fostering a sense of professionalism, compassion, and readiness to excel as a future nurse.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 5.0
• Student support 5.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 5.0
• Students' union 5.0

Its a really beautiful campus, can be a little bit difficult getting to bigger cities though. Not good night life but theres a lot of cute societies and the course related facilities are excellent. There is plenty of support for students especially around academic skills.

• Facilities 5.0
• Location 3.0
• Student support 4.0
• Campus look and feel 5.0
• Student life 3.0
• Students' union 2.0