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Sort:Latest reviewsThe staff members are very friendly make it very welcoming when going into University
The school has various opportunities for placements, social events and part time work, all of which are easily accessible via the careers team and are sent to the university email regularly.
Firstly, thing that makes studying here really good is the facilities. As a student ambassador part of my job, is to speak to prospective students about my experience here. We have multiple radio studios, TV studios, free Adobe creative cloud subscription, and access to MacBook and PC’s! Also food is fairly affordable here. You can get a burger with chips for under £4 or a full English breakfast for under £3. The university and most of the accommodation is in the heart of the city centre. Therefore, it makes it easy to get to. However, I wish we were given more information about optional modules. We used to have 10 minute, and informative videos about optional modules but they were removed. Personally, I found them very useful, and I think they should be brought back.
One of the standout features of my time at BCU has been the 24/7 access to the library. Having the ability to study at any time has been invaluable, especially during deadlines or exam periods. It allows for flexibility and creates a productive environment that suits all types of students. Another highlight is the access to communal kitchens in student accommodation. Being able to cook my own meals not only helped me save money but also encouraged a sense of community, as cooking and sharing meals with other students became a social experience. The student support services at BCU are also a major plus. From academic guidance to mental health support, having resources available makes the university experience less stressful and more manageable. It’s reassuring to know that help is always accessible. Recently, the introduction of new pods for focused study or group work has made a noticeable difference. These quiet, well-equipped spaces allow for concentrated work and collaboration, enhancing both productivity and overall student experience
BCU has a genuinely supportive environment, especially when it comes to student services and academic staff. Lecturers are approachable, knowledgeable and really want students to succeed. The campus facilities are modern, easy to navigate and equipped with everything you need — study spaces, labs, the library and wellbeing services. There’s also a strong sense of community, with lots of events, societies and opportunities to get involved. Overall, it feels like a place where students are listened to and encouraged to grow. Worst aspects / areas for improvement: Communication between departments could sometimes be clearer, especially around timetable changes, deadlines or placement information. Some campuses get busy at peak times, so increasing study spaces or quiet areas would make a big difference. It would also help if BCUSU engagement activities were promoted more consistently so more students know what’s going on. Small improvements like these would make the student experience even stronger.
18-24 years
Having a personal tutor means that somebody is always on the other side of the email, for any problem both academic and personal. The facilities support me on my course and ensure that I gain as much experience as possible.
Not enough socialites
18-24 years
First gen student
The best aspects is definitely the campus and facilities. The worst aspects are the type of students around me, and some teaching quality.
The staff are all so helpful and supportive, which made the start of uni feel a lot easier and less stressful. Unfortunately sometimes the course itself sometimes felt a little boring and not the massive jump up from lower education that I was expecting.
It was a great experience
The best thing about BCU is the environment, it is a very cozy school and workplace but the worst thing I would say is the student support for my course. There isn't much out there for us.
The campus can feel a little dull at times. Sometimes nothing interesting happens for months at a time like my 2nd year. The building's interior feels quite dull and grey at times. The chairs in the Curzon building are uncomfortable. Which is bad if you're staying there for hours.
bcu is good because it supports you.
Great staff, very very helpul, they run catch up sessions too For improvement, I dont necessarily think something major needs to be done, but maybe more study places
I hope that there can be more job opportunities.
Worst part is difficulty communicating services between the main campus and satellite campuses. Best part is the student community.
It’s clean, easy to get too and loads of facilities! Could possibly be improved by cheaper food prices.
Best - the support from lecturers and peers Worst - night study sessions
What makes BCU a great place to study is the amount of resources and assistance available for your course, such as online resources, the library, the teachers and fellow students. I also commend the atmosphere of the place and the environment for studying, as there are lots of quiet spaces to sit and study effectively. BCU can be improved by offering more affordable food, better student discount deals and better transportation support and assistance for students who live farther away from campus
4.2
Best part is how my personal tutor and seminar tutor helps me in anything.
Sometimes it can be overwhelming but over time time things comes together
Maybe a bit expensive