Facilities
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How good are your university's facilities?
the uni facilities are fantastic, the library is the place where you spend most of your time, there's always a spare fast computer and a range of books that the library staff are constantly asking for information ion in what books the students want. The library staff are there to help and are great for referencing help in assignments or getting you to access a journal. The sports facilities are great. There are rugby pitches which are the hub of most Wednesday nights for spectators, a heated outdoor swimming pool and dance fitness studio. Also the area Harper surrounds, the country side has many local facilities to offer from riding to shooting.
Student support
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How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
Student support is definitely something to really praise Harper Adams for, there is a special team set up that you can take assignments to or CVs to and cover letters and they are there to help. Also with maths if you struggle they really work with you.
Students' union
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What do you think of your Students' Union in terms of student representation and facilities?
The student union Is good, the Wednesday bar night has good themes and open till late. The students union has definitely got something for everyone, if you want quiet time in a pub there's one there or if you want to set up a society that's completely new then the students union is there to support you. They are a friendly team and constantly interested in your opinions.
Local life
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Is your university in a good location in terms of distance to accommodation and local amenities?
Harper is situated in the countryside, however it's no less than an hour away from big cities like Birmingham and Manchester..so there are plenty of trips organised to cities. It's definitely Harper's best asset being in the countryside because you get the best of both worlds..it's such a picturesque setting. The town of Newport plays host to the night life which it does really well, you're bund to always be offered a lift home on a night out.
Societies and Sports
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How would you rate the variety of societies/sports?
Clubs and Societies are really good, the sports teams are the largest such as hockey and rugby but there are also societies such as dance and Taekwando so it's really varied and if you want to create a club or society the SU really support you through funding and promotion. There definitely is a club or society for everyone, a place to make to network make friends and attend socials.
Lecturers and teaching quality
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What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
The courses vary and there is something to suit all areas of interests. It's also worth looking into the short courses Harper offer. My experiences of lecturers so far as they just want to help you they genuinely want to help you to get the best grades and their office door is always open to students who have a question. Your course lecturers take interest in what you do or have done, they are there at a personal level. A lot of courses integrate for example the engineers will be in an business module so it really is varied in the most positive way.
Career prospects
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How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
the job prospects are phenomenal ...the university is always forging links with potential businesses for careers. External businesses really look at Harper as a place for future employees.
University halls
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What do you think about the safety, condition, location and cost of your accommodation?
The accommodation generally is good..it definitely important to see the halls, with anywhere the facilities vary with price but it's definitely an experience sharing bathrooms. The food is brilliant if you are catered and the rooms are modern and all a five minute walk to your lectures and 5 minutes walk from the SU bar.