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University of the Arts London

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Meng-fei

1 review

Graduate Diploma Fashion Management

University rating (4)

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Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Joanne

1 review

University rating (2)

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Course is unorganized and uni is overwhelming

Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Thais

1 review

University rating (3)

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Fine, not enough lectures and guidance though. Left too much work independently. Didn't feel academically challenged

Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Caluin

1 review

University rating (3)

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Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Luiz

1 review

University rating (4)

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Its been a great experience, London offers a lot. But I wish there was more classes

Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Will

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University rating (2)

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Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Rita

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University rating (5)

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Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Phoebe

1 review

University rating (4)

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Really good, could do with more guidance as can be difficult moving from college to uni

Reviewed: 07 January 2019

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Shani-Louise

1 review

University rating (4)

Tell us about your overall university experience so far.

It's been a sharp learning curve; I'm grateful for everything I've been taught. UAL is full of opportunities and I'm glad I have been able to take part in so many.

Facilities (4)

How good are your university's facilities?

The facilities are amazing but they are also limited, building relationships with the technicians is essential.

Student support (4)

How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).

The support is available but you have to ask for it. Sign up to 1:1 tutorials and speak to staff about what is going on with you.

Students' union (4)

What do you think of your Students' Union in terms of student representation and facilities?

The Students' Union is always pushing UAL to address it's flaws.

Local life (5)

Is your university in a good location in terms of distance to accommodation and local amenities?

London is inspiring, buzzing and fast paced. If you are willing to explore you will never be short of research material. But it is also expensive, use what you have and what you find wisely. Student Advice Services can be really helpful where this is concerned.

Societies and Sports (4)

How would you rate the variety of societies/sports?

To feel like part of a community and make friends outside of your course, I think clubs and societies are key. Especially as someone who lived at home and didn't meet anybody in halls.

Lecturers and teaching quality (5)

What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?

The course is structured in such a way that enables independent learners to thrive. If you aren't an independent learner, you need to speak up and use the support that is available. It makes you take ownership of your progress.

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Career prospects (5)

How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?

-Weekly lectures with industry professionals -Each year we had multiple opportunities to work on live briefs -All tutors have valuable experience in industry -Careers and Employability run sessions to help with everything from finding a placement to part time work -Careers and Employability also offer CV check ups -ArtsTemps is an in house temping agency for students to work with the university

Reviewed: 24 January 2018