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4.03.93.7816 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviews18-24 years
First gen student
My experience was okay within the first 2 years , last year didn’t like how I have been treated from the a tutor who teaches me 2 modules , first one was a group project where I contributed and done all the tasks that I have been asked to do than surprised that I received a lower mark than the majority. Secondly I asked for remark of my exam the the course leader said that it’s not permitted instead to assist me how to appeal . I emailed the exams department twice to receive a copy but didn’t received answer back from them. I have other friends in different universities where it’s totally different they could apply to get their paper remarked and they got their copy easily. It the high school wasn’t a problem as well. I don’t recommend it at all .
It’s already a great place for students. Nothing else needed
The Procurement and Supply Chain course exceeded all my expectations. The curriculum is not only comprehensive but also highly relevant to current industry practices, covering everything from procurement strategies to logistics management. The instructors are knowledgeable and bring real-world experience into the classroom, making the content both engaging and practical. One of the standout features of the course is the sandwich year, which I found invaluable. This year of work placement provided hands-on experience in the field, allowing me to apply what I learned in real-world settings. It significantly boosted my confidence and enhanced my resume, making me a more competitive candidate in the job market. Additionally, the course has strong connections with top employers in the industry, which has opened up excellent job prospects for graduates. The networking opportunities and career support provided by the university were outstanding, helping me secure interviews and job offers even before completing the program. Overall, I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to build a successful career in procurement and supply chain management. It’s a fantastic choice that offers both academic excellence and practical experience, setting you up for a bright future in the industry.
18-24 years
What makes the university exceptional is the lecturers and staff eager to help students no matter what, from navigating the vast campuses to finding the correct books to read to simple instructions on our careers after graduation. Their passion for teaching us is shared when we bring our questions to them, and they are happy to indulge in our queries and answer them to the best of their abilities—never letting us feel uncomfortable and always pushing us to do better. It also helps that the University of South Wales has beautiful locations from the green valleys of Trefforest to the city life of Cardiff and Newport, it allows the students to explore to de-stress with a walk around nature. Overall, it's a relaxed environment to study and explore possibilities.
I had the pleasure of studying at the university for 4 years learning from lecturers that were second to none in their knowledge of procurement, logistics and supply chain management. Despite the onset of COVID I had the much needed support during this time to continue my studies and even during my transition back into university. While partaking in the course I was also given the opportunity to take a work placement which allowed me to gain much needed experience and massively helped me to achieve a jumpstart in my career, whereby I am now currently employed full time in a role that enables me to manage a wide variety of Professional services and ICT products.
Great university and a great course to enter the procurement sector with its student placement opportunities.
The university is incredibly supportive offering a range of services to meaningfully support you during your study. The campus has all the facilities you would expect from a modern university in an intimate format. The stands out for its commitment to student success, innovation and connection to industry. The staff provide expertise and dedication, providing students with a supportive and enriching learning environment. USW's facilities are top-notch, featuring state-of-the-art technology and resources that enhance the educational experience. The university's focus on employability is evident through its strong industry links, offering students valuable opportunities for placements, internships, and networking. Overall, the University of South Wales is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-quality education in a supportive and dynamic environment.
The university is very diverse and offers extensive support to its students in all aspects of uni life.
The University of South Wales' Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management course is a standout. Its industry-focused curriculum, coupled with expert teaching, provides a robust foundation for future supply chain professionals. Practical learning opportunities, strong industry connections, and dedicated faculty create a dynamic learning environment. While opportunities for exploring emerging technologies and international experiences could be expanded, the course overall is an excellent choice for those aspiring to excel in supply chain management.
The course is amazing, I thoroughly enjoy studying. You can always seek help and support whenever needed. Highly recommend.
Student nurses are excluded from the 'uni experience' Great stimulation centre and great support.
The thing that makes University of South Wales a good place to study is the staff. All staff members from your course, library etc are so helpful and do the up most best to get the support in which you need to thrive. The course lecturers are very friendly and approachable, When giving feedback on work they are more than happy to giver future in depth feedback as they just want you to achieve the best grade that they know you can. I wish I had come to USW first, I feel at home and relaxed when I am on campus,
Elite facilities, knowledgeable tutors and great communication.
University of South Wales is an incredible uni to attend. Student support is also great, however sometimes it feels like accommodation services don't understand how something small, like a broken oven or dodgy boiler can affect us. But they still do a great job and they're only trying to keep up with the vast amount of students they have to deal with. All other aspects of student support that I have experienced has been wonderful. Overall I love University of South Wales and I cannot wait for the future I have here. I wish I get to stay here longer than 3 years.
Usw is a great place with vast diversity. Felt like home and it is really lucky to study here. With Sandwich year course, they allow students to get industrial experience to start their career. And with the excellent and supportive lecturers and career guidence team, the uni life is became really relaxable experience.
The University of South Wales is a great place to study! It is full of helpful staff and a friendly atmosphere, with a large on-site range of accommodation. The lectures are interesting and the lecturers always strive to help their students. The location of the campuses are all in or a short distance from towns and cities with plenty to do. As a first year, I was apprehensive about attending but I found it easy to make friends and settled in very quickly. The only negative I have is that I don’t get to use some of the facilities as much as I’d like to (for example the crime scene house).
University did not accept my course extension date. But the best university in UK I heard.
The university has a good syllabus, with many great lecturers who will guide you through your learning. Unfortunately, the facilities at this university are inadequate. The busiest building at Treforest campus is 'G Block'. This is a 7 floor building, and can be seen from miles away due to its height. The elevators have been broken for over 2 weeks, and have worked intermittently over the past 3 years I have studied at the campus. If you have a disability or health condition, you may miss your lectures due to having to climb over 100 stairs to your classroom. As well as this, the majority of toilet facilities are broken or damaged. Some toilets have been out of order for over 2 years! Sometimes you may have to walk up or down 2 or 3 floors to get to a working toilet! Now, if you thought that wasn't chaos enough, one of the sets of stairs has been out of order for over 7 months due to leaking ceilings! This means that in the event of a fire, hundreds of students would have to use the same stairs to evacuate the building. These stairs were made open to students last week though, because the other set of stairs were made out of order! So, they allowed the students to access the staircases with leaking ceilings whilst they carried out work on their only safe set of stairs. The university rakes in hundreds of thousands of pounds from students, and yet they can't afford to maintain their campus. There are some courses like adult nursing which have over 200 students. All their lectures must be done online because they don't have a big enough classroom for them. That, to me, does not sound worth the financial debt it entails. The lecturers do all they can to support students, whilst also dealing with everything listed above. The university seems to be turning a blind eye to all these problems whilst focusing on new buildings that won't be finished years from now. The only students that really come to this university are international ones, since it's the easiest university to get into and one of the cheapest course fees, as well as cheap surrounding accommodation. There are not many UK students studying here in comparison.
4.1
35-44 years
First gen student
USW is an incredibly supportive university. If you want to be treated as an individual and not a number this is the place to go! The modules are enjoyable the lecturers are incredible; it's generally an incredible environment to learn in, and realise your true potential.
The course allows the LLB to be achieved in two years instead of three this was ideal for me. The course lead for accelerated route is incredible, she generally cares about her students and supports every students individual needs. The second year is more intense than first year but as it's also the final year that is to be somewhat expected. The modules are interesting, the lecturing standard is high across the board and the varied assessments allow everyone their time to shine, while gaining a diverse range of skills.