Student Reviews
SUGGESTED KEYWORDS
Course
Choose one or more
Read honest reviews from real students at this uni
The overall ranking is decided by students from this institution rating them in a 2026 Whatuni review. This forms the basis of the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs for short).
4.03.83.41150 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsEveryone is helpful.
I love the uni as it provides an amazing opportunity to learn, with good supportive networks and facilities to use. The campus feels safe despite the location. Student life is good and the tutors are great. A bit more organisation of classes and timetables would be beneficial, especially for the apprenticeship students.
The best aspects of my uni experience so far have been the opportunities. We have had a number of guest lecturers who have enabled me to build on and gain skills and techniques for my acting. All the guest lecturers and staff are industry professionals which makes the course even more exciting and useful. We have had many opportunities to show our skills and currently in rehearsals for a production (Nicholas Nickleby). The worst aspects of my uni experience so far has been the organisation of the timetable for this semester. I, like many of my coursemates, have a job and we have been given 3 different timetables for this semester meaning I have had to tell my boss 3 different versions of the days I can go into work and mess them about. This is not ideal for people who are living on campus and have bills/ rent to pay as these changes have meant I have had to drop most of my shifts.
The best aspect is the teachers and the course itself, incredibly strong. The support is great and overall is a nice place to enter. The issue is the location. It's sort of let down by the location the campus is on, and it's surroundings. Not a lot of things nearby that's worth going to.
The only issue I really experienced with the university would have to be the time it took to answer or respond to an enquiry. However, when the response was made it was always the answer I expected or was able to direct me and help me further. It was more of a hindrance than an issue at times. The staff were always very helpful.
25-34 years
Lecturers really want students to excel, they are very supportive both academically and personally. The environment is positive and thriving. Facilities are great, resources are available for studying, support, everything you need. Library is great. Staff at the food places and shops etc are lovely. Other students are approachable. It’s been a really positive experience so far.
Overall, the university is great! And I thoroughly enjoy my experience, the location is slightly remote but the university provide great transportation that is free for students to and from the train station and from Stoke campus.
They have the best student support
Student support & the union is great. Some facilities deteriorating (library, closure of the coffee shop)
I have enjoyed my time at Staffordshire university
It is a very inclusive university, I enjoy my course very much and find the lectures and content to be very good.
The community of students and lecturers is very nice , everyone is open and understanding .
The best aspect of the university is the wide range of courses and genuinely passionate lecturers who are excellent at teaching. The worst aspect is that you have no where to study as every single computer lab is fully booked at all times. There are no dedicated study rooms for game design students or anyone that requires a computer.
Learning is extremely self-directed at this university; the lack of direction can cause great frustration at times. However, the campus and facilities are quite good. There are lots of study areas, drink stations, and food locations - but they are quite expensive for a university. The student support services are fantastic.
Games design course is great and the staff are really knowledgeable and helpful. Lots of different games courses for every speciality. A lot of support and information for careers in games. Surrounding area of Stoke isn’t the best and uni owned housing is a bit depressing but cheap.
I am in my first year of doing an apprenticeship and I have found there is so much support that the university offers to make help accessible for everyone not just the people who are permanently on campus.
The quality of coursework is top tier but they do not give nearly enough time to complete it, only 8 weeks per module.
Student attendence plans for no reason. As a commuter sometimes it’s not worth attending a lecture for an hour when it takes me 2 hours to get there. Then get put on plans. Actual learning is great. Teachers are fab. Car parking is minimal tho
I am a distance learner so I am unsure about the facilities however I would like to mention that my experience so far with enrolling and starting my course has been great. There is someone ready to help with everything, they have a really good set up over in Staffs and I hope that they get recognition for this!
4.2
The Wifi doesn't reach all areas of the University, this can make it difficult when laptops are required in lectures. However, the facilities have recently been updated and always clean. I can't comment on student life and students union as I'm an apprentice, so don't get involved in the students' union. The location is great with it being easily accessible with the train station nearby and I don't struggle getting a car park space. However, I feel student support is limited due to me not having a review with the work education based officers since the start of the academic year. Especially, how I am in my first year and balancing employment with study. Therefore, I'd value more touchpoints.
I have blended learning with it being face to face and online webinars. My lectures are really helpful with uploading useful resources and tools. If I have a problem they will email me back shortly. However, I think they could factor different learning styles as not everyone learns best through Powerpoint slides.