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4.04.03.81333 Student reviews
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Support through out uni is fab The practical equipment is really upto date and beneficial Long placent days are the worst
We get a great support, facility and great university
It is located in london in canary warf it such a good place and all lecture are good help us . Sometimes there is problem in projector I think they need to improve everything is good I didn’t got any worst experience.
18-24 years
First gen student
I am based on city campus and while I like a lot of aspects of this campus, I do think it lacks parking facilities. There is not a lot of parking for how many students and staff there are, and parking is around £6 a day for students. Aside from this, there could be a bit more space for taking breaks, eating etc. as a lot of the main areas get very full at peak times such as 12pm. There are a few different locations to sit but as a lot of them get full it’s more difficult in winter as sitting outside is not really an option. Location of this campus is good as I commute and the campus is only 2-3 minutes walk from the metro station, and a minute or so from major bus stops, including free students buses between campuses. Additionally, it’s a less than 10 minute walk to city centre including Bridges shopping centre with many restaurants and shops. Furthermore, it’s around 10 minutes or less to Park lane interchange where a lot of main bus routes go. In summary, it has a lot of nearby facilities and good travel links. There’s also a gym for a very affordable price for students and lots of on campus events which usually happen in City Space. Some examples I’ve seen since the start of the semester are things like a poster sale, vintage clothing sale, christmas market and also activities such as crafts and gaming. The buildings are constantly cleaned and have a lot of nice and modern facilities such as the Murray Health building which is my personal main building. There are a lot of vending machines including general snacks, drinks, and hot drinks. There’s water fountains around for students to fill water bottles, microwave appliances for lunch on campus, and lots of lockers around for storage. Some lockers cost £1 to use while others are free. There are multiple cafes in which you can get hot and cold food, such as the Gateway building or Cityspace. Meals are affordable and prices are clearly marked for students when looking at menus. There are also meal deal options with pastas, cold sandwiches, sushi, onigiri, etc. There are also different soup options through the week which come with bread for a small price. There are lots of private study rooms you can book to get important work done with privacy and quiet. There is also a large library in the Murray building which has lots of spread out spaces to get work done, with plug sockets, wifi etc. The library has a lot of nooks for privacy and small rooms for extra privacy. In terms of accessibility, all buildings have lifts which are accessible to everybody and quick to use. For attendance, students use their cards to tap in on small screen systems in the room making it very quick and easy to track attendance. You can also get an app to fill in any absences or track your attendance. Lecturers are great with communication and often post announcements for students if there are any room changes, updates or assignments. There are also lots of signs around which can point new students in the right direction of their building. To conclude, staff are nice and helpful, facilities are nice and modern and spacious. There could be more seating for students during lunch breaks but generally there is always somewhere to sit. Food is decently priced, with some items on the pricier side, student support is great and easy to access, and there are a lot of areas for storage and plugs to charge devices. The central location of City Campus is also helpful for travel and commuting, and also for shopping and going for food or social events with friends. I would definitely recommend the University of Sunderland to anybody looking for a friendly, modern, and welcoming University.
18-24 years
The faculty are great, always helpful and generous. It’s hard to actually get connected to the faculty now a days, and I am lucky enough to have such good faculties. University gateways are very helpful sometimes. Great campus. Something I would mention that could be improved is the international student support. Sometimes if any inquiry, it takes quite a while to get any response. Working on this will really improve communication with students in need of help.
Best experience would be the lecturers. Very knowledgeable and approachable, answering any and all questions. Worst experience would be the students union and their apparent lack of administrative support.
Best - Getting back into the social aspect and meeting new people, learning about them, and becoming better friends with the people I meet along the way to my degree Worst - Waking up at 7 am to commute is a struggle however I get through it and use the time on the bus and metro to read a textbook for class
My university is a bit far but it has the best facilities and lecturers. The only bad thing is that we have to pay £6 a day for parking.
The best is that the teachers are very helpful but the worse is the transport I have to pay £12 every time I have uni which I think is very expensive
Sunderland University offers a welcoming and supportive environment. The campus is known for its friendly atmosphere, where staff and students alike foster a strong sense of community. With a focus on hard work and academic excellence, the university provides the resources and guidance needed for personal and professional growth. I feel comfortable and at ease in the modern facilities, ensuring they can thrive both academically and socially. Sunderland University’s commitment to inclusivity and well-being makes it a great place to study and grow, preparing me for success in my career. Theirs not many bad aspects about the University and i’m honoured to be able to study here.
Best aspect are I feel safe however sometimes I don’t know who to contact regarding if I am stressed with uni I think there should be more support regarding that T
The location is in an area with a lot of population.. Canary Wharf.. and very easily accessible in terms of transport for all students. The university is already replacing the building with a new one better equipped than the old one where the students are currently taking their courses
I love this University, the only exception is that the Student Administration takes too long to solve an issue.
It’s a very local area with lots of facilities and lots of support for the student. Maybe needs more halal food options
Ever staff member are friendly and teaching professors are very helpful to their student in terms of teaching.
The university as a whole is welcoming and helpful. However, a few things to make it better would be renovating toilets on St Peter’s Campus and also having more options for lunch.
The best thing I got from this university is vast knowledge and experience in my Passionate course. So helpful lecturers and make good friend become extrovert and the worst one is this year they do fee payment month I asked for extension as from last 2 years I was doing 6-6 month they changed that into monthly and said no excuses will be acceptable so disappointed on that point.
Just good about University of Sunderland! I enjoy my student life
4.3
There’s very little on offer for mature students
The marking of assignments is very inconsistent between staff members, even though the programme has changed to a standard practice. Awarded marks are unnecessarily harsh in comparison to other programmes.