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4.04.14.3788 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsWorst aspects are the overall administration and direction of the uni, with very little or no acknowledgement of student desires or needs in education, especially for cohorts attending during the years of covid lockdowns. Feel extremely letdown by the university as an institution, as across the three years of my degree I had a single semester of in-person lectures, and have been treated as if my cohorts learning experience in first and second year was identical to every other year attending previous to 2020. On the other hand, the quality of tutoring has been extremely high and with almost no exceptions I have found my tutors consistently engaging, mind-expanding and motivated to support students in studies and general learning.
University of Leeds has great facilities and location. The Uni need to settle the strike and pay the staff more. We are paying for our course which includes all the staff that facilitate that.
I think it has a lot of libraries with a range of types of libraries so students can feel comfortable studying in the university. The Roger Stevens building is difficult to navigate. The student housing is near the university so isn't too far to walk. Also the city centre is near campus which is helpful.
Could improve engineering facilities, considering its one of the biggest course they’re not the best
I love the university of Leeds, the lecturers are great and there are a load that genuinely care about you and your learning and want you to do well. The university offer a plethora of different services so you can achieve the best you possibly can, such as writing cafes at the library. There is not much I would improve. I was a student during COVID so sadly I did not get as much of the social or campus aspect, however this is at no fault of the university and they did all that was in their hands to make a bleak situation enjoyable for everyone.
The university and medical school have overall been very supportive to us and the facilities are available aids in enhancing our learning. The only complaint I have is that they take their time in communicating dates for things such as graduation and so on (for international students in particular, we need to be able to plan early)
The worst part is the pf The best part is the student union
Best: labs and lectures Worst: covid
A wider variety of music event at student union
There are loads of areas to study and places to eat nearby with easy access to computers and books. I just wish Eddy b was 24/7!
The city of leeds is amazing for uni students, it has so much to do! The downside of this is that it can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes because it’s such a busy city.
Lots of societies and social events, great location as its close to affordable housing as well as the city. Lots of green areas on campus and places to study.
The union is always bustling with activity, good community, good societies, good education, good opportunities.
The School of English probably has the worst facilities of all Schools at Leeds. It is clear it doesn’t receive the same level of funding. It has recently been refurbished so at least the lounge area is more comfortable but it isn’t a great place to study. The lecturers and tutors at Leeds are informative, knowledgeable and inspiring.
18-24 years
Leeds University has amazing facilities to offer especially with regards to co-curricular activities. I really enjoy walking around the campus and the campus location is great, close to the town centre and lots of university accommodation. I do think the student support could be improved a little bit; I had a rough time last semester and counselling sessions were offered with a very great standard, yet they were limited with how many I was allowed. Overall, I feel really content with uni, I just feel like a few things can be improved.
The student support team at the students’s union club are absolutely amazing and are doing great work - they really looked after me on a night out which I will never forget. I am currently doing my year abroad in Japan and the Year Abroad Team has been super helpful - I feel supported! I would say that some of the University of Leeds campus is slightly outdated, and I have got lost before because the signage is not great.
I fully believe that the University of Leeds deserves its recognition as one of the best places to study both in the UK and in the world. It has a vibrant student community, state-of-the-art facilities and a track record in academic excellence. One of the things that make the University of Leeds a great place to study is its union and the togetherness its societies and clubs can bring. he university has over 300 student-led societies, ranging from sports clubs to cultural societies, which provide students with the opportunity to meet like-minded people and get involved in extracurricular activities. The university also has a wide range of social events, including club nights, live music performances, and cultural events, which can help students to relax and unwind after a busy day of studying. For someone like me who has come a long way from home to study, it can be a great way to find people who match your energy and fit in! Furthermore, I think the campus is brilliant. With it being placed in the vicinity of the city centre and other popular areas such as Headingley and Hyde Park, its location is almost perfection! It boasts a mix of old and new buildings, which creates a unique and charming campus atmosphere. The range of historic buildings, including the Parkinson Building and the Clothworkers' Building, add character and charm to the campus environment. However, newer buildings such as the Nexus building also provide a sense of modernity and lavishness whilst also managing to fit in with the campus as a whole. Overall, the university's facilities and mix of old and new buildings contribute to a rich and diverse learning experience for students. However, one downside of the university is the notable Roger Stevens building. For it to be a key lecture theatre and building, it is highly inefficient at moving students in and out and the theatres themselves can often be uncomfortable. Another area for improvement is the university's accommodation. While the university offers a range of accommodation options, they can be on the pricier side and some of them may be further away from campus than what you'd hope to.
Great facilities and friendly community
Best parts of my university experience is being on campus. The worst aspects are when there are strikes on.
4.3
Best is the environment, the campus looks and feels nice to study in. However, I think more student support is needed - personal tutors all need to catch up more (some do a lot, some don't at all)
Not enough small group sessions ( webinars/tutorials) but the course structure is good and provides many options