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209 Student reviews
The university has an overall good atmosphere however I feel that there could be more done to include those who do not drink too much in uni life (societies and sports especially). The grounds are well kept and the facilities are suitable to the courses offered. as it is a small university you meet people from all years and postgrad. While the location is great if you can drive, it can be difficult to get to campus from town etc, if you don't. The lecturers are incredibly knowledgeable in their fields and are very open to conversation within their academic hours. RAU has an amazing pastoral support team in student services who so friendly are always happy to help.
18-24 years
Having such a small community means that it is a real homely feel and most people know each other and if any issues on campus there is always someone there to help sort it out. It is so picturesque and you could not ask for a more beautiful place to study. Only thing to improve would be more leisure facilities on campus like a pool and student union building etc
Royal Agriculture University has exceeded my expectations in all aspects. Although I have only been here a month I know the coming years will hold the best experiences in my life. I look forward to seeing what this University has in store for me.
Great atmosphere with a very good group of people always lots to be doing on and around campus
Best is the location and the people. Academics could do with improvement
Great Location, Campus and study
Fun and welcoming community. Always someone to help out or to talk to. Wish the university provided direct links to the train station with their shuttle buses. You need car if you plan on exploring the Cotswolds when studying here.
Great
18-24 years
First gen student
The altogether feel of the University is great, it being so small is such a great community feel. However, there is a lack of understanding from staff. Some parts of the University facilities could do with massive refurbishments. The academic side could also do with improvements with being more in-depth and expanding on from the pre-lecture work.
The best aspect is the social side, it's a very who-you-know kind of university and the friendship groups make all the difference at this uni. However, this means that the general ethos within the student community is very much, to have as much fun as you can and don't worry about academics, there is hardly any interest in achieving the best when it comes to the study side of things.
I love the uni and location
Student union bar could be better
Such a friendly uni, all our lectures are so nice and know you personally not just a face in the crowd. campus is really homely . Gorgeous area. Not so many night life opportunities but closes to a lot of other towns .
18-24 years
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18-24 years
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18-24 years
Student support for disciplinary process should increase
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It having great students
Great career prospects
Great location. Could do with some updating