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Vighnesh Chavan Verified Icon
BSc in Cyber Security - Batch of 2027
3.7
My Cyber Security Experience at Birmingham City University: Learning and Student Life
Tips: I’m in my final year of BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Birmingham City University, and I’ve enjoyed it. We cover networking, security operations, digital forensics, cryptography and software security, and the course balances theory with hands-on work better than I expected. If you’re a technical student, don’t rely on lectures alone. That was the biggest lesson for me. The people who do well tend to be the ones practising in their own time and building small projects, not the ones who only show up and take notes. I work part-time to pay for tuition, travel and university activities, and fitting that around lectures and assignments takes planning. Some weeks it’s tight, and you learn to manage your time properly. I should say that I live with my parents, so I can’t tell you much about student accommodation or what it costs to live independently. If you’re coming from abroad, look into that before you commit, because fees change with the university, the course and your fee status, and living costs depend on the city. The university websites and UCAS are the best places to check. As for Birmingham, it’s a diverse city, transport is easy, and there’s no shortage of good Indian food. Joining university events and getting to know people from different backgrounds makes the whole experience better. Overall I’m happy I chose BCU. Do your research, plan your money carefully, use the support the university offers, and start building your skills early.
Likes (Indian Food): I gave Birmingham’s food scene 5/5, and the main reason is how easy it is to find food that tastes like home. There are Indian and South Asian restaurants, takeaway shops, and grocery stores all over the city, which makes a big difference when you’re an Indian student trying to settle into life in the UK. You can get North Indian dishes, South Indian food, vegetarian meals, biryani, curries, street food, and plenty of regional specialities. The city centre, Sparkbrook, and the Balti Triangle are good places to start. Prices are reasonable. A casual meal or takeaway usually runs about £7 to £12, while a sit-down restaurant is more like £15 to £25 or more per person, depending on where you go and what you order. I live with my parents, so most of my meals are home-cooked, which keeps my food costs down. I still eat out now and then, usually with friends or around university events, and it’s easy to find somewhere good. If you want familiar food and a city that makes it simple, whether you cook at home or eat out, Birmingham is an excellent pick for Indian students.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Internships 3/5 - There are internships that can be available for students; however, finding a proper internship in Cyber Security is quite difficult. At Birmingham City University there are career and employability services which assist students, but the students should do research and send their CVs themselves. In the case of cyber security students, possible internships may include SOC analysis, IT security, networking, digital forensics, and other types of internships. Not all advertised internships are connected with Cyber Security, and some internships may require particular technical skills and even some previous experience in this field.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 160
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026Read more
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MA Creative Writing - Batch of 2025
4.0
The public transportation is very well-connected and fast.
Tips: This was a very new experience for me. The modules' structure and time tables were different. The professors were quite chill and helpful. I had a very good balance of school life and social life. I also got to participate in a lot of events and clubs. It was amazing meeting new people and making friends from around the world. The university granted a small scholarship along with the offer letter. It was provided from their end and there was no process or application form to submit. I feel very satisfied and happy with my experience. It was the most fun I've ever had. The campus had a lot of facilities and our course was very interesting. I would recommend getting to experience this student life as it teaches you a lot about the world and about yourself.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation is very well-connected and fast. Buses are running every 10 minutes. The bus stops are also usually 1 min apart so that it cuts down the walking time. You can easily reach your desired location. The student passes were also quite affordable. The process has indeed increased but if you are someone that travel everyday, the monthly passes are worth it.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Finding jobs is very difficult. But it also depends on the industry you're applying to. I notice that it was hard for me to get a positive response to my applications as I had no previous work experience. Although there were companies that offered unpaid internships. There are also a lot of paid opportunities that pay well according to the minimum we age and government guidelines. All you need to focus on is researching well and approaching companies.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
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Harshal Mohan Rajuskar Verified Icon
MSc in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
A Practical and Supportive Learning Experience at Birmingham City University
Tips: One thing you've really got to wrap your head around is how much they expect you to just get on with things yourself. It’s a mix of lectures and projects, for sure, but the independent side of it is a huge part of the deal, so you’ve got to be pretty disciplined with your time. When I first got here, it was honestly a massive shock—the whole vibe is way more focused on you actually thinking for yourself and just having open chats with the lecturers instead of just listening. It’s also cool being around people from all over, but you’ve definitely got to be proactive about using the career services and stuff if you want to get ahead.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40000
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Networks - Batch of 2025
4.2
You will get a lot of exposure on how to deal with situations.
Tips: As I pursued a Master's in Advanced Computer Networks, I can say that Birmingham City University would be a good choice for you to pick. Faculty and student life at this university are top-notch, and the best part is that they have so many activities for international students to interact and make themselves feel comfortable.
Likes (Indian Food): I am from Andhra Pradesh, and I found quite a few decent Indian restaurants, and there are so many Indian stores where you get almost everything you would crave when you are away from home. Most of the indian restaurants are a little expensive than the British restaurants.
Dislikes (Value for money): I personally felt it wasn't really worth the money we put in for a year of study. However, you will definitely get a lot of exposure on how to deal with so many situations that you wouldn't be able to manage if you were with your family. The whole year of study will boost your self-confidence, so I guess there's that.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 30 May 2025Read more
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Computing and Information Technology - BSc (Hons) - Batch of 2023
4.0
The college is in the heart of city.
Tips: Birmingham City University offers a diverse culture of many different courses, and cultures from around the world. Known for its excellent courses and strong industry connections, It provides practical career-focused education. The vibrant student community is something that makes student life fun. Students should explore various clubs, events and activities and be a part of them.
Likes (Indian Food): There are many different kinds of restaurants available in the locality serving world cuisines at an affordable rate for the students on campus. I usually prefer cooking myself as I'm a vegetarian but there are few veg options available as well, so sometimes I do try those.
Dislikes (Value for money): The course fee is justified and everything around the campus, facilities provided for students, staff support, and everything adds up to make it a value-for-money decision. There are also scholarships available for students coming from an international background.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 6175
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 89525
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2024Read more
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MSc in Logistics Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2024
4.8
Birmingham City University has well constructed and affiliated courses.
Tips: We will get an opportunity to meet people from different countries and get to know their cultures and experiences. I received a scholarship of 32000 from the university for my merit score in Bachelor's. Overall, I'm satisfied with this university and the course as they have excellent and relevant modules. To speak about this country, it's quite expensive presently because of inflation. But having a part-time job might help you to manage your expenses.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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MSc in Management and International Business - Batch of 2020
4.7
A good educational institution.
Tips: BCU is good for taking admission and studying in UK. The University is a multicultural institution where we can make friends from different countries like Japan, China, USA, etc. The faculty is so friendly and studies are stress free. Students should know the skills of doing work on laptop because studies and assessment are done through assignments and most of the Indian students are only familiar with pen and paper.
Likes (Value for money): Birmingham City University offers education that is so helpful for getting a good job in England. They offer support for every aspect of life. I was given £2000 bursary on joining. Students can borrow laptops from library and the staff is friendly. They offer huge work opportunities within the course.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The Graduate route scheme is introduced by the Government which gives two year work visa to the students after course completion. However, after two year work permit, the steps are unclear. Students have to look for companies that may sponsor them for further visa. These companies sometimes ask for huge amount of money in exchange for sponsorship.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1041
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 73276
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2022Read more
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MSc in Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2024
5.0
The best college for both national and international students.
Tips: Students should carefully consider the course and college they have selected. Merit students will get the best scholarships based on their academic achievements. They should also focus on their academic scores and English proficiency test scores, such as IELTS, PTE, and Duolingo.
Likes (Part time work): We enjoy our time in the library studying with friends and discussing every aspect of our subjects. We also enjoy events like cultural activities and group discussions regarding our subjects. Students from different cities are there in our college and they are friendly with their fellow mates.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The faculty is always available to help students and they are very good at explaining even the most difficult concepts. The facilities are also very good and they exceed the expectations of the students. The teachers are very understanding and patient and they never get annoyed with our questions.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 8575
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 110325
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
2.1
Dont judge by its ranking
Tips: In regard to the industrial year, job opportunities, module choice, accommodation, transport, part-time jobs, and social activities and job fairs, facilities and connections with local community groups and social activities.
Likes (Quality of faculty): They just say you the basics in modules and assignments are hard but can do but they don't say how the assignment should do we have to do our own research and make every assignment good and submit on time with no plagiarism we can easily access the faculty.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Cook yourself is the best option there not much Indian origin foods in the campus better cook your comfortable food and bring to the campus or else you can buy a sandwich frozen in the campus with around 5-7u00a3 spending that many pounds are not worth better cook yourself.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 45875
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
2.9
Good university with strong academics but weak placement support.
Tips: Please research the course you want to enroll in. If possible, get a scholarship from India. There will be no cultural difference. You will get to SEE more Indian people, especially from the south. Start hunting for a part-time job from day 1. Please have a four-wheeler driving license and learn to drive a car. It will be helpful.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The status of the ILR application has changed to 10 years. I rated it 2 because it lowers the chances of early permanent settlement. While the process is longer, stay committed if you get a chance to take a sponsored job early and are open to settling here if you like the weather.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 30 Sep 2026Read more
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Data Analysis for Business Intelligence MSc - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
3.9
One of the best disciplined university.
Tips: They said it's difficult to pass and they'll fail most of the M.Sc. students but it all depends on us. If we attend revision classes and do all assignments on our own, we can easily pass with distinction. But one thing I didn't like was that most of them are Indians. If you're someone who wants to improve communication, this university or this city is not for you.
Likes (Quality of faculty): In my department, my faculty were friendly and were available whenever needed. If we don't understand they'll clearly explain again. We don't have to worry about their nationality, we can easily understand their accent. Also, we get recorded sessions if we don't get them in class, we can access them whenever needed.
Dislikes (Internships): Finding internships in the UK isn't easy but it's not difficult either. Need to learn how to manage tons of assignments, part-time and applications for jobs. Here we get companies coming to the university but it's beneficial only for undergraduates but not post-graduates. It's better to use LinkedIn, Amazon, and Reed apps.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40475
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026Read more
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mem Master of Engineering Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
3.3
Balanced academic experience.
Tips: The transition was smooth for international students. I got a small scholarship while applying for my course based on merit and professional experience. Diverse and vibrant college environment. Many student led clubs and activities are encouraged. I am satisfied with my university and the course but not satisfied with the country's market situation.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35075
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026Read more
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MSc Cloud Computing - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
3.5
The university is good and the faculty are helpful.
Tips: Be ready to touch the lowest point of your life. University is amazing but not the city. I would suggest going to a big city and getting a university there because a university doesn't really matter unless and until it's a top university like Cambridge or Oxford. Because in a small city you won't get any part time jobs and there's not much difference in universities.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026Read more
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BSc in Psychology - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Leicester
3.9
A well balanced university.
Tips: The transition was not too bad. A variety of students also study here from diverse backgrounds. City is pretty affordable as well. Scholarships and bursary options can be available too for students who have had a difficult background.
Likes (Indian Food): Many restaurants are available in the city but I prefer cooking rather than eating out, as it is a great way to save money. Lots of delicious Asian, Chinese and Italian restaurants are available and are budget friendly for students.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The professors are very good and are ready to help with any issues that may arise. People are friendly. Very lively place aswell for students to thrive in and make new friends to help develop socially.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 3375
Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 30 Sep 2025Read more
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MSc in Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of Leicester
3.2
An academically strict university with low fees and a high ranking.
Tips: No cultural shifts need adjusting, only the weather. I received a scholarship of 5000 pounds. The university was fine, but the infrastructure needs more development, and the country's transportation system could also use some improvement.
Likes (Indian Food): Leicester consists of a larger indian population, so a greater variety of food is available, even tiffin services. There are many restaurants like SKVP and Biryaniwala, which are cheaper compared to other restaurants in the UK. I mostly preferred to cook by myself. Indian students can prefer to go to Falcon Mall. Living with friends makes it easier to prepare food and get ready for university.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Due to strict laws and updates in rules, it is difficult to get sponsored jobs. Experienced workers should take admission to university rather than as a fresher. I got my first job worth 25000, a GPA and a bonus every month. But, you need to go through higher competitions inside the company or to switch jobs as you are a UK experienced professional and get sponsorship. Then, the routes are open for permanent immigration. First, you can get a 3-year visa and then a 5-year Tier 2 visa, so you can apply for ILR.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 730
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000
Reviewed on 22 Sep 2025Read more
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mem Master of Engineering Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
2.9
Free shuttle bus service is available, but the public transport system isn't well-connected.
Tips: Be prepared for general cultural differences such as toilet paper availability and accents. Also be aware that scholarships and allowances are very difficult to obtain requiring significant financial need. Thoroughly research the university before applying. I am satisfied with my experiences. They provided the minimum required.
Likes (Public transportation): Free shuttle bus service is available but the public transport system isn't well connected, and you may have to wait for buses. It's convenient if you plan ahead. The shuttle bus runs every 15 minutes which I liked but the rest of the public transport options were somewhat challenging but manageable.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The options aren't great but I'm willing to try. I need to work hard, keep applying, and test my luck. My chances aren't good, but I'll work to see what works for me. I'd like the opportunity to move here, but not permanently, as I don't really like the idea.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 775
Prepping time for classes13 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 31800
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025Read more
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MSc in Management, Finance and Accounting - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
2.9
The job market in the UK is really tough.
Tips: I have seen growth in myself in terms of communication, personality and being independent. I got a 3000 pounds scholarship in tuition fees, which I feel is really normal. I think most people get some amount of scholarship. I am satisfied with business analytics and strategic finance subjects. Other than that, everything was pretty much basic. Overall, Leicester is pretty much boring, so make sure you make friends to keep yourself sane. Everything looks good from the outside, but the struggle will start when you start living away from family.
Likes (Public transportation): The city is well-connected with buses. And there's a free bus service that takes a round trip in Leicester called the Hopp, which is helpful. Otherwise, bus charges are 2 pounds. Plus, everything is within walking distance, so you can just walk if you don't want to pay for transport.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It is about the competition, and the job market in the UK is really tough. You have to stand out to have sponsorship jobs in terms of skills and knowledge. I would suggest upgrading your skills while doing your Master's to stand yourself. Find an internship when there's a holiday. The average salary is around 32000 pounds.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32000
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025Read more
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MSc in Actuarial Science with Data Analytics - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Leicester
4.0
Multi diverse university and friendly and cooperative university.
Tips: Use any discounts that are available here. Book cheap airline tickets, get student discounts, download discount apps, and use voucher codes. Don’t bring too many winter clothes from home, it’s much better to buy them here because Indian jackets don’t cut it in the UK. Leicester is very diverse and there are a lot of Indian restaurants here where you can get good Indian food. You can find everything from South Indian dishes to Turkish food here. You can go out here without spending a lot of money, too. In the UK, there aren’t any specific arrangements in place for internships, like there are in India. Here, you have to apply externally yourself. There are some instances of companies advertising their roles on campus or at events, and networking can be useful, but most of the time, they say to apply online.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 900
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 42800
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2025Read more
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MSc in Actuarial Science with Data Analytics - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Leicester
4.2
Life at University of Leicester is very vibrant and happening.
Tips: The University of Leicester offers strong academics, an affordable cost of living, and a diverse, student-friendly environment. The transition is smooth, although adapting to independent learning and British social norms does take time. Scholarships of up to 5,000 help to reduce tuition costs. Leicester offers adequate career prospects as visa challenges are there. The University of Leicester is an affordable place to study. You can get scholarships of up to 5,000 here. You can choose from affordable shared or ensuite accommodation, depending on your preferences. There’s also a strong brown community in the area, so you should have no problem finding food to eat. In fact, there’s loads of multicultural food available, which is great. There are restaurants around specializing in Indian cuisine and lots of places that sell traditional Maggi and samosas.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It is difficult to get PR here. You have to work 5 years and your study year does not count. Also a lot of competition in white-collar jobs. I would personally not immigrate permanently as you may feel alone sometimes and also medical care is a little messed up.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025Read more
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Cloud Computing MSc - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
5.0
Student life is great and there are many educational events that are engaging.
Tips: Students should do deep research before coming to the University of Leicester. They should make sure that they are selecting the correct accommodation for their stay. The faculty are very accessible and helpful. However, I think the faculty should have group discussions every week with all the students to find out if anyone is having any problems. Otherwise, all the staff is very knowledgeable and helps students. I am very satisfied with my University and would recommend it to anyone considering studying here.
Likes (Post study jobs): I feel like the student life at this university is very happening. There are many opportunities for students to help other people. The student body is very diverse, and I have met students from all ethnicities. The volunteers are very helpful.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1025
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40725
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024Read more
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Cloud Computing MSc - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
3.5
Average college with strict rules.
Tips: The transition was super easy. It's mostly cloudy or night every day depending on the season. Consider this university only if you are serious about studying. All the assignments are on a level of a mini-project so it would not be easy. There are no part-time jobs at the university, so you'll have to find one in Leicester or elsewhere as it mostly depends on the season. If you start in January, it will be difficult to find a part-time job for at least five or six months. Even if you do find a job, it will likely be a short-term contract position that might not be renewed. The average salary for these positions is the minimum wage of 11.44 per hour.
Likes (Indian Food): You will get everything that you find in India for sure. We have Indian grocery stores over here but it is better to get from India in case it could be expensive if you don't have a part-time job, so get as much stuff as possible.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 750
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2022
Offered by University of Leicester
4.0
Amazing life with great academics.
Tips: Before joining this college, students should be aware of the academic programs and modules, aware of basic programming and plagiarism awareness. Students should have a good friend circle that can help them with studies, part-time jobs, professional job hunts, activities, extracurricular activities, and food preparation.
Likes (Safety): I have lived near campus and so have my friends, and it is an incredibly safe area, especially in the LE2 postcode. However, it can vary depending on the area and your landlord. I highly recommend students find private accommodation or go with university accommodation, as agency accommodation is more expensive and students may have difficulty getting their deposit back due to a lack of understanding of household responsibilities.
Dislikes (Part time work): Before the Russia Ukraine war part time jobs were plentiful. However you can still get a part-time job within 40 days. There are opportunities in restaurants, stores, warehouses and tutoring. These jobs can help you develop transferable skills such as communication and explaining things to non-experts.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 36750
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024Read more
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Master of Engineering Management with Industry - Batch of 2022
Offered by University of Leicester
4.7
University of Leicester is one of the top 30 Universities in UK.
Tips: The course structure at the University of Leicester is amazing, but having prior work experience is a plus for this particular course. I received a scholarship of 5000 Pounds, which helped offset the cost of tuition. The weather in the UK can be depressing, but the university itself is worth it.
Likes (Indian Food): Leicester has some of the best Indian food you can get in the UK for a very reasonable rate. But it won't be the exact same as you get back in India, so, I mostly cooked my own meals when I didn't have classes. During classes, I used to get takeouts.
Dislikes (Internships): Internship opportunities were less but the support was good. There are job fairs arranged at the University and it is a good opportunity to connect with people, but other than that I didn't find any internship opportunities as such. The college provides support for resume checking, interview preparation and even essay writing.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 20000
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024Read more
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MSc in Spacecraft Engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
3.8
The University of Leicester is a good university with supportive faculty.
Tips: Students should know that this city and the university are good places to be in. The atmosphere here is good and the teaching in the university is also excellent. But one thing to keep in mind is that people in the university won't spoon-feed you anything. It is your responsibility to get stuff and doubts cleared and do extra work for a better understanding.
Likes (Safety): Leicester is a very safe city, and the crime rate is also very low. Since I arrived, I have not heard of anything untoward happening to anyone in the vicinity of my home. So, this makes me feel it is a safe city in comparison to London or other big cities. Also, the cost of living is cheaper as compared to other cities.
Dislikes (Part time work): It is tough to find a part-time job during the main term-time. You will need to go to a lot of places to find a job and have to wait a minimum of 2 to 3 months to get a part-time. If you have some friends working somewhere then it is easier to get a job.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 100
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Leicester
4.0
Empowering excellence: A world-class education.
Tips: Before joining the University of Leicester students should research the course curriculum and faculty expertise check scholarship opportunities and eligibility criteria familiarize themselves with UK culture and living costs and prepare for independent learning and self-motivation. After joining I experienced a smooth transition thanks to the university's welcoming atmosphere. Coming from a diverse cultural background I appreciated Leicester's inclusive environment. The international student community helped me connect with like-minded individuals. Adapting to UK culture was relatively easy, with some notable differences: independent learning style direct communication, and multicultural interactions. I availed the University of Leicester's International Scholarship 32,500/year. To apply students should: 1. Meet academic requirements 2. Submit a strong personal statement 3. Demonstrate English proficiency IELTS/TOEFL). Overall, I am quite satisfied with the course, country and university.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Leicester
3.7
University of Leicester provides great curriculum that it relevant to the industry.
Tips: Prospective students should also know that the university places a strong emphasis on research and offers numerous opportunities for student involvement in various projects and societies. Transitioning to the Univgersity of Leicester can be both exciting and challenging. The cultural shift can be significant especially for international students who might experience differences in social norms language and daily routine. The university offers support services including orientation programs and student support centres to help ease this transition. The University of Leicester offers various scholarships and financial aid options for both domestic and international students. Scholarships are typically awarded based on academic merit, financial need or specific criteria related to the students course of study. Students can apply for scholarships through the university's official website or financial aid office.
Likes (Indian Food): I live in Leicester where half the population is Indian and there are many Indian restaurants in the area. This makes it easy to eat the food of my home country while living abroad. As a student I usually prefer to cook for myself to save money.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There aren't many jobs available for international students. There are a lot of vacancies in the tech roles. The reason is that it costs the company a bit more to hire an international student and the companies first priority is to hire British citizens. The government puts pressure on companies to hire British citizens first so it's hard for international students to get hired.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 625
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 24450
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024Read more
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Cloud Computing MSc - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Leicester
3.7
Exciting, prosperous and interesting.
Tips: I think students should accept the change in order to survive alone, far from home and with expenses all the positives leaving the negatives behind. There is not much cultural change as Leicester is a smaller India all people here are mostly Punjabis and Gujaratis. So, it's quite easy for you if you are Indian. I have availed myself of a 5000 scholarship that I got from the University of Leicester based on my Bachelor's degree. I think I'm 70% satisfied with everything the university, city and country have provided, the rest 30% is for jobs and countries economy.
Likes (Safety): I think Leicester is one of the safest cities in the United Kingdom because there are always people around. There are few quiet places because many Indians live in Leicester. During Indian festivals, there are exciting and authentic celebrations that everyone can take part in.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are definitely jobs out there, but many of the good ones need Security clearance (SC), which you can only get after living for 5 years in the UK. On the bright side, UK still has a lot of opportunities compared to other countries. There's the typical path for fresh graduates. You can apply for a graduate visa, and then apply for graduate roles twice or thrice during this period. If you do well in companies they might sponsor you for 3 more years. So it might take 5 years for all this, wherein you can better jobs after this as well. It's tougher for people with work experience since the local government is pushing the talents that are available locally inside the country first and the UK market is down economically which makes it competitive to find jobs.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35850
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024Read more
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MSc Cloud Computing - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Leicester
5.0
The quality of education provided is very good.
Tips: The University of Leicester is one of the top 30 universities in the UK. It is located in Leicester England which is about 100 miles from London. The campus is very large and students come from all over the world. The university offers a two-year industry course and it also offers scholarships. Good experiences.
Likes (Internships): After working in a corporate job for two years I'm back in school. I'm really enjoying being a student again. I love going to university every day and socializing with people from all over the world. I'm really enjoying the different vibe of being in the UK.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at Leicester University are very good at responding to student queries. The diversity of teaching is very good and they are very advanced in all technology. They not only teach theory but they also help us practice in the labs.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 50
Prepping time for classes0 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 127125
Reviewed on 27 Sep 2024Read more
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