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4.04.03.81333 Student reviews
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Best aspects have been the freshers events there is no bad aspects
Really good university very impressed with the staff and facilities. Only criticism I have is that I wish we had more practical aspects on the course and more discussion on pathologys
The parking at the university isn’t great; should be prioritised for those who travel quite a distance. Other than that I have nothing to complain about.
I've been struggling a lot with my mental health even before i got here and I've always found loads of support to help me get through the hard times! All the lecturers I have had so far have always been extremely supportive and available to give us advice when needed. The worst aspects i would say is how it feels that the lectures are mostly someone reading the slides of the presentations and then we dont do much work related to what was learnt and are expected to immediately write an assignment about it. I would appreciate if we had more practical work during the seminars after each lecture
Very supportive community
Good
The best is the location is great near city centre and its not crowded. So peaceful i liked it here ;)
The timetable should be clearer
It’s good
I love studying here. I haven’t seen any negative aspects
Excellent transition into a uni setting,very neurodiverse friendly and plenty of support, could improve with communication
Great because the students are very relaxed but also we aren’t in many lecture halls so it feels like I’m back in school, which isn’t nice. Lectures aren’t as interesting as I thought they would be
Sunderland is an extremely exciting place to live with lots of new developments across the city. There is loads to get involved with both within the university and outside in the wider community. As for the university and the course the student support is second to none. My course is extremely engaging and the majority of teaching sessions are in person which is great for me who doesn't particularly enjoy online learning. If I was to improve the university I would want larger library spaces on the city campus and 24 hour access throughout the year.
Facility: The University of Sunderland offers excellent facilities, including state-of-the-art labs, well-equipped libraries and modern learning spaces. The sports facilities and technological access are top-notch, enhancing both academic and recreational activities. Location: The university is a bit far from city life, but it is well-connected by a metro station that runs directly from Newcastle to the city campus. Despite having two campuses, which can be a bit inconvenient, the university offers a free bus service to cover this distance. Student Support: The student support here is excellent. They offer a lot of services that are crucial for staying in university, including financial aid, wellbeing support, and help for international students. This support system is very comprehensive and helpful. Campus Look and Feel: The overall look of the campus is not particularly exciting; it feels more like an office building. However, both campuses have a consistent theme inside. While having two campuses can make it harder to feel unified, the St. Peter’s Campus has a very nice atmosphere and gives off a cozy vibe. Student Life: There are many activities and events happening on campus, including community spaces where students can gather and game nights that are great for international students like me. These activities make university life much easier and more enjoyable. Overall: I think the University of Sunderland is a very good place to study. It is affordable and convenient, with easy travel to Newcastle via the metro and all the essential resources provided by the university. The people here are also nicer compared to a famous city like London, which I find crowded and busy, and also a bit scary due to the higher crime rate. Here, you will get a friendlier and more easy-going vibe.
The campus and building are clean and modern. Staff are friendly and people are always happy to help at the students union.
Clean buildings and nice people.
25-34 years
First gen student
The university of Sunderland is a great place to study because it gives students the support we need at every stage of our program. It is located in a beautiful city and the campus looks welcoming and comfortable. We can find students from every part of the world at the University of Sunderland. University of Sunderland gives a lot of support such as scholarships, grants and others to students to make life easy for us. It is still my first year at the university and I find the staff quite understanding and approachable. For now I don't have any negative aspects about the university since I am still new.
4.3
Really good facilities and supportive staff but parking is too expensive making it more financially Difficult to study
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