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18-24 years
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it is a really lovely uni everyone is friendly and helpful
18-24 years
The atmosphere is great and the lecturers aren’t distant. The campus is beautiful which helps. I notice inconsistencies when the university and SU respond to situations regarding gender and race
18-24 years
Many opportunities given for e.g work experience or jobs Lots of support given for cv writing Transport networks are poor, uni is not near the train station and location of uni isn't ideal so they should support students with transport e.g maybe sending out mini buses
18-24 years
The campus is beautiful and there’s always lots on to do. Lectures are interesting and there’s a wide range of modules. The only thing I’d change is make the student support more accessible because they’re difficult to contact.
18-24 years
First gen student
Campus is absolutely BEAUTIFUL I immediately fell in love with it. There's so much green space and lovely walks and little things to discover. The facilities are great- the science labs are big and have lots of top quality equipment that is used in actual real labs. The library is absolutely massive and has silent study spaces and other study spaces where you can work with friends or a group. Lecture halls are nicely laid out and have a speaker system set in so you can always hear the lecturer. At the moment (2021/22), lectures are recorded and uploaded which is really helpful as we can look back again. The student union is good, cheap drinks!! And a nice place to go to chill with your friends or party. The kitchen also does amazing curly fries which are great after a night out. 20 minute bus journey to town, a bit longer for Hanley but there's more there so it's worth it. Lots of food places nearby that deliver to the uni, some nice places to go out and eat in town too. Accommodation is mostly nice (you pretty much get what you pay for) does the job and isn't completely horrible. I was worried I wouldn't get along with my flatmates but I did :) joining group chats and not being afraid to talk to people really helps . At the moment for my course (2021/22) (and not all courses are like this atm) all my lectures are online which to be honest I hate because I can't find the motivation to do them. But they're all recorded or videos to watch online so you can go back to them when you have motivation. Assessments are fine, sometimes the briefs are a bit vague but teachers are always happy to clarify things and your classmates will help too. I've had a mixture of essays, multiple choice questions, short answer exams (open book and 24hr) and in class assessed practicals. They're all very manageable especially if you are prepared or know somewhat what is going on. I love the freedom I have at uni and keele is a really good place to be :)
18-24 years
Response time of urgent enquiries and I have been stigmatised by some lecturers
18-24 years
The lecturing faculty are encouraging and supportive and the universities sporting clubs work hard to provide a good experience for their members. However there appears to be lack of funding for sufficient sporting facilities, student support or a graduation for students that completed studies through the pandemic.
The general look of Keele is very beautiful, especially keele Hall during the summer when you can sit on the grass to do work. The societies are really inclusive and there is a large variety so there is something for everyone. Although the course is interesting, the lack of resources available for students is disappointing. Many times I have not been told about deadlines until a week or 2 before its due and when getting an extension the lecturers give condescending and rude comments about why that just isn't good enough. As my course involves field trips it is disappointing to see the lack of organisation with these as by the time we graduate we should have had 30 days of field trips yet we will have had about 20. Yet still expected to know the same depth of knowledge as if we had been on all the predetermined field trips.
18-24 years
First gen student
It’s such a peaceful place to study. Prior to going there I never went to an open day but I could not imagine myself anywhere. It’s a very forward thinking university and the teaching is great. All my lecturers have been so helpful and involved with my progress; they really care about the students progress which is great.
Lecturers under compensated and overworked. It is quite difficult and expensive to join some societies. The campus is gorgeous to explore but I regret my decision since the day I got here
45-54 years
First gen student
Good - the amazing staff. Everyone I have been in contact with has been incredible. Could improve - more support for staff, increasing pressure has impacted staff retention in life sciences unfortunately which is great shame
18-24 years
Horrible location - no amenities or affordable accommodation nearby. Taxis are expensive and train stations are far. The only shop nearby is an overpriced Co-Op, and only place for students to hang out is the SU. No clubs, shops, town centres or fun activities nearby. Student accommodation is extortionate, along with the SU prices for food and drink. It's a terrible university for anyone that wants a social life. Classes are okay - time tabling is horribly inefficient. Lecturers are a mix of good and bad; just a case of luck. Student and IT support are bad however. They leave you to your own devices in most cases.
The SU is one of the best aspects of the uni
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