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5.04.14.41181 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviews18-24 years
First gen student
The university is very accessible in terms of location it is very centre of Glasgow which is ideal. The commodities Strathclyde has is very good including the library which is useful for IT access and personal or group studying. The buildings are all unique in their own way some newer than others but overall they look well presented and kept to a high standard. In terms of student life Strathclyde is very good for providing financial and mental health support with reaching out constantly to students through email to ensure that they are receiving all the support that they need. I have greatly benefited from some of the initiatives Strathclyde have presented and wouldn’t have been able to study there without them. I haven’t been into the student Union but have seen that a lot is going on there and would recommend to someone to check it out as it does look lively and open to all. The only slight issues I have with studying at Strathclyde is travelling into Glasgow and parking. My parking cost quite a bit of money daily and would benefit from this price being discounted or any other alternatives to bring this price down. Also, the different buildings can be sometimes harder to navigate and a bit of an inconvenience to travel to from class to class but apart from that I am very happy with Strathclyde university and will continue to study there for the next few years.
Great selection of modules and classes, lecturers are really helpful. Disability access could be better
18-24 years
First gen student
Not to sound clique but meeting new people that come from all walks of life and have different skill sets from you is probably the best aspect. You get to meet new people and learn from them it's genuinely fun. I feel like the worst part is the initial month or so when you're still trying to wrap your head around everything and I feel like maybe the Uni could help a bit more in this aspect.
The new union is amazing, especially its study areas. Gym has perfect facilities for those who live close enough to campus. A city campus is great for student life with its closer access to public transport, shops, private accommodation etc.
- There are a lot of activities you can join - Some buildings are really bad
I believe strathclyde to be focused on ensuring the wellbeing of the students and put in effort to make the experience of university good
18-24 years
University is amazing the facilities have been really impressive . Yet it can also be very isolating making friends isn’t as easy I had hoped and it’s a big shock change from the school system . I wish there was an easier transition to university possible doing more in school events and open days would close the gape and even convince further pupils to pursue further education .
Lots of opportunities to get involved with student life, there are so many different societies and clubs and there's always some kind of event on. Also very close to the city centre so great for student life and things like public transport (ehen there arent train strikes) everything is readily available. Lots of places to study on campus, and every staff member I've talked to really try their best to help if you have any issues with your course, finance etc. Some of the student support is a bit difficult to find the right person to contact eg outdated email addresses, long waits, etc. Also getting timetables is a nightmare every year. Exam dates also aren't released until pretty close to the time, which is frustrating to organise time off work etc.. I think these are problems you run into at quite a few unis though.
Many of the lecturers are passionate about the module they are teaching so it makes you engage more with the material. It could be improved by giving more information on modules before choosing electives and sometimes the classes are quite different that expected.
Staying in halls so close to campus makes balancing a social life and school much easier. There is a friendly and safe atmosphere while walking around at all times of the day and night.
Majority of lectures are very interesting. Good societies allow these ideas to be explored more. Amazing location in the centre of Glasgow. Lecturers are always happy to help and give feedback on work. Negative:Exam results take a very long time to get back which can be frustrating.
The University is really diverse which counts interactions being directed towards ones growth as you learn something new about a culture or even how we as people have grown around the world. That's the best part of Strathclyde, the people be it staff or students. The University's wellbeing service is great as well and helps deal with various problems. The only aspect that the University lacks in is outdoor sports facilities near the University as the ones available are nearly half an hour away and that's a hour of travel not including the time spent their which can take a toll on students.
Student union is a great place to hang out but the campus would be nicer if it had more or of a homogeneous feel
Campus is a mix of older, dingier, building and nice modern ones. The location is amazing, right in the centre of the city with access to everything. Library only has one floor that isn't 'quiet' or 'silent and it is always packed, otherwise though it it good
25-34 years
The library supports my learning, lots of food options available while on campus, the classes and school can be disorganized sometimes. Lecturer M is the worst lecturer ever. Hard to get one on one feedback for assignments because there are so many students. How am I able to improve if I don't know where I went wrong? Furthermore, the university should be trying to implement feedback. Why bother to collect if you won't use it for good?
Scotland whether is not easy to deal with, but the university gives some really nice facilities and support to the students. The student union is well organised and helpful
It's a brilliant place for learning and socialising. It has a wide range of different courses applicable to many different subjects and fields of learning all culminating in a truly fantastic place to achieve the best of your abilities. It allows you to explore a wide range of opportunities through their vast number of societies and get to know a wide range of people that can support you through you university life all building a unique experience. There is nothing major that I would say is a glaring issue with the university as my time spent there has been an amazing experience shaping me up for future careers.
18-24 years
Student support offered by student union is great for all the students, however, the support for the international student by the university administration is often unsatisfactory, especially for international students and the supports offered by "International student support team". The location is excellent, right in the middle of city centre, but more calm side of the centre near the High Street.
18-24 years
Best aspects I think include the union itself! It’s a very social and friendly area which is amazing to meet people. They also have so many coffee shops and pool tables and it’s just a great venue. They also have many support options available to students and I’ve always been welcomed by the staff that work there. The only complaints I have are to do with my course, it seems rather unorganised and no one quite knows what’s going on. But other than that, I love Strath and I think it’s a great university to go to
4.5
More spaces to sit when studying or having lunch
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