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AnonymousVerified Icon
Global Supply Chain Management MSc - Batch of 2026
3.8
Fun loving and value for money.
Tips: I was quite stressed before coming here in London with the familiar environment and loving people in the university made me feel comfortable, especially the student ambassadors who were very helpful during the initial settlement days. I did avail 6000 in scholarship, which is known as the vice chancellor scholarship, so it became quite a value for money deal for me to join Brunel University, London.
Likes (Public transportation): Connectivity throughout London is really great. The blue university has three bus stops that cover the campus. The bridge station has metropolitan line connectivity, which connects the central London Bridge of connectivity quite well. Also, Heathrow Airport is just 20 minutes away from the university.
Dislikes (Part time work): Getting a part-time job while staying at Brunel University is quite difficult because there are not many jobs and the hiring crowd is on the colder side throughout the year. So you need to do real hard work to get a part-time job. University portals, part-time jobs, the training are helpful. Average payout is 12.21 per hour.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125
Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 24275
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025Read more
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Shrenik Siyal Verified Icon
Management MSc - Batch of 2027
3.8
Happening, friendly and easy going.
Tips: The university environment is quite friendly. I was able to make many friends in the initial weeks only as all of them are very helpful and friendly in nature. I did away with 4000 of scholarship via the Brunel University portals. I am completely satisfied with the amenities that I'm getting with the investment of 20,000 for my studies. It's completely worth it and valuable.
Likes (Indian Food): In London, I am able to find every Indian food that's available in India, especially if you visit places like Hounslow South and BheemBali, you'll find all types of Indian food there. You find any difficulties in quenching your cravings and Jain food is also available in these areas.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The appointment settlement option in the UK right now is quite hard because of the new immigration rules. The policy is introduced by the government of the UK. This policy does not allow settlement in the UK. If given any chance, I will not settle in this country because of high taxation and increased crime.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 27375
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025Read more
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Akshit Duhqn Verified Icon
Global Supply Chain Management MSc - Batch of 2027
3.7
Fun, loving, cultural diversity and a beautiful campus.
Tips: It was quite difficult during the initial days for me to adapt to this new country because of its culture and weather but I gradually adapted to the culture and the weather made friends during the open days of the university found Indians and also made foreigner friends. Here there is a lot of diversity, so you will not find it much difficult to adapt to this city when compared to other cities like Liverpool and Manchester because you will find a variety of clothes and foods from India.
Likes (Public transportation): Brunel University is well connected to London city. Brunel University is situated on the outskirts of London. That is Uxbridge but it favours good connectivity to central London via the Metropolitan line, which covers the famous stations such as Wembley Park, Kings Cross, Baker Street and much more. Once you get a travel pass with your student Oyster, travelling becomes a little of affordable. With the student Oyster travel card, you can travel within these specific zones unlimited times without paying any extra charge. I purchased a 100 travel pass from zone 4 to zone six for one month, during which I was able to travel unlimited times within these 2 zones.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The permanent immigration settlement options have been reduced here due to the new policies introduced by the United Kingdom Government, which don't favour permanent settlement in the UK. It's quite tough to get ILR right now and the conditions.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32000
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025Read more
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Anishka Khari Verified Icon
Management MSc - Batch of 2026
3.7
Value for money, beautiful view and relaxing environment.
Tips: It is a beautiful and huge university staying in on campus accommodation, which is inside the campus. My classroom is just two minutes walking distance away from my accommodation. I availed of 36000 of a scholarship which is known as the vice chancellor scholarship. I'm completely satisfied with the opportunities in the environment of the university.
Likes (Value for money): It is completely value for money. My tuition fee was 24,000 GBP but I got a 36,000 scholarship. The university has a big campus and gives us the chance to attain various leadership roles.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent and immigration settlement options and now very low because of the new rules of immigration rules by the UK government, which have restricted permanent immigration. As of now, it's difficult to settle as new rules have been introduced for obtaining permanent citizenship and also employers are avoiding international students for export conditions is also not favourable for permanent settlement. As taxes are very high right now and crime has increased significantly in London city.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125
Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28150
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025Read more
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BSc Psychology - Batch of 2025
3.4
Choose institution based on the outline of courses and not rankings.
Tips: I would highly suggest focusing on universities based on the courses they offer and not expect any highly ranked institution to fulfil your needs. Brunel is a very academically rich institution and here I mean the faculty is amazing, which works wonders if you'd like to get into academia and build connections. Research is another strong suit of Brunel. This is because the courses some universities offer are well designed. If Brunel or UCL offer the same course, please do not interpret UCL as having a better programme.
Likes (Public transportation): Brunel is known for its amazing campus layout, for students have everything and anything they need within reach. It is surrounded by buses as well as a 10 min walk to the tube station, multiple grocery stores, shops, as well as the town centre is very accessible.
Dislikes (Internships): The institution provides career guidance and meetings to work towards placement. However, I believe the careers meeting was not as significantly helpful as it should have been. The placement opportunities, as well as the internships available, are not worth the tuition fee you'll be paying for the placement year.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 24000
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025Read more
Arjun Singh Verified Icon
Management MSc - Batch of 2027
3.9
Innovative teaching, beautiful campus and no regrets.
Tips: The university has huge cultural diversity and the university is so beautiful. When we love the view of the University, people are so friendly and welcoming. I also got a 6000 scholarship. That's why I chose this staff is brilliant. Teaching is tremendous.
Likes (Public transportation): The town Bridge is well connected via Metropolitan line, which connects with central London directly. Also, there are a number of bus services in Uxbridge, there are 4 to 5 bus stops around the campus. You have to pay flat 1.75 for bus travelling for one hour.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The current job market in the UK doesn't strongly favour sponsored roles. There is high competition. It has become quite difficult to secure sponsored rules, but the opportunities here are immense. You have the skill then nothing is difficult for you.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 36625
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025Read more
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Finance and Accounting BSc - Batch of 2027
4.5
Fantastic, diverse and welcoming.
Tips: I would advise students to thoroughly conduct a research on what they want to study and the also allow plenty of time for applications before the start date of university. There are plenty of scholarships available in the website, you can apply for one when you're processing your applications which is a straight forward application. The faculty is highly knowledgeable, approachable and supportive. The teaching is research-oriented and application-based, interacting practical learning, case studies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The faculty is also quite diverse, bringing a global perspective to the learning experience. Try to explore the city and actively participate in events, seminars, sports, etc.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1300
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30050
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025Read more
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MSc Human Resource Management - Batch of 2026
4.2
New beginnings to a new life.
Tips: I just started at Brunel University London. The transition has gone well, and I'm happy with the scholarship that reduced my tuition by 5000 pounds. The faculty are very approachable and helpful and guides us throughout the semester. I didn't avail the university accommodation and chose to live off campus because it is less expensive than on-campus housing as it is a bit expensive as compared to outside accommodation.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 925
Prepping time for classes19 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
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Ritu Bagga Verified Icon
MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2024
3.4
More money less optimisation.
Tips: Students should definitely apply for scholarships. When choosing your college, it is especially important to choose the right course. Don't just jump into any management course just to be in the UK. Choose the right course that will give you more credit and better job prospects, as determined by market analysis.
Likes (Safety): London is a safe city, especially for students. It's a nice, cool, and crowded city with a lot of Indian students. That makes it easier to get part-time jobs. So don't lose hope and apply for jobs often.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It is hard to get a job in London. It is not that easy to get your field job in the blink of an eye. The competition is very high on grounds of your visa status, compatibility, part-time availability, and nationality. However, do not lose hope and pay attention to your college placements. Put your hard work into applying for jobs.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000
Reviewed on 11 Sep 2024Read more
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Automotive and Motorsport Engineering MSc - Batch of 2023
4.6
Happy memories, happy marks, and happy people.
Tips: Before joining students should research the rankings and ask the people about the course curriculum. Know well about the course modules, syllabus, professors and what they offer in return and look out for the post placements before joining.
Likes (Safety): The campus is well-equipped with cameras, and police offices roaming all around. There's nothing that goes wrong until someone from the University does wrong. Make a lot of friends on the go. Everyone has unity all over the place. The infrastructure is well-built and people are generous.
Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fee is high but the reputation is also the same. Research everything possible before coming to make your life easier here. Even start applying for jobs before coming to the UK. The value of the course increases every year.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1225
Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 31425
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2024Read more
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Business Intelligence and Digital Marketing MSc - Batch of 2025
2.4
College is fun but stressful at the same time.
Tips: The students should know that safety is the biggest issue in London or the UK. You need to keep in mind that there are so many issues in getting a flexible part-time job here as the market is really down and students are suffering from expenses and stress.
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Himanshu Bhatia Verified Icon
Data Science and Analytics MSc - Batch of 2021
3.1
Be practical and easy going.
Tips: Don't have a lot of expectations. Please study and work hard. I did not get any scholarships. I am not satisfied with my experience cause I was studying during covid time. My whole year was just gone like that. I lacked support from professors and research assistants.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It is really difficult to get the sponsorship. You have to be exceptional if you want to work and study in UK. I don't know exact number of companies but there are limited companies. I struggled to get sponsorship. I am not doing the core job according to my master's degree.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 6604
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2023Read more
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MSc in Finance and Investment - Batch of 2022
4.2
Brunel University London is fun loving and a great experience.
Tips: Brunel university is very good and it has different clubs that help students to make new friends and participate in different activities. I feel on-campus accommodation will be more beneficial though it is a little expensive rent. However, this helps to grow network and make international friends.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 904
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2023Read more
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Business Finance MSc - Batch of 2019
4.8
The life changer - a space where I learned about myself
Tips: Cultural differences are a major thing. One should always be prepared for the worst outcomes of anything but just be positive about what's going on and keep on moving forward. I am very satisfied with everything I learned there and what the UK had to offer as a country opens up a huge mind space.
Likes (Student Life): Being close to London, gives access to all the fun parts of the city. The university offers a wide range of fun activities, clubs and social events where you can easily meet new people. The university is full of diverse people from different walks of life giving it an international feeling.
Dislikes (Internships): You can easily get internship off campus and on campus as well. Brunel University offers a large number of options to work on campus too. Most of the opportunities are related to the course only so it helps in academics and finances too. It is one of the best university.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2394
Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40479
Reviewed on 22 May 2023Read more
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Design Strategy and Innovation MA - Batch of 2023
3.3
Brunel makes you feel like you're in a safe & sound environment.
Tips: When it comes to Brunel, this place has a diverse environment. Somewhat feels like what we have in India. We can see a lot of people from different origins. There are lots of support services available for international students to have a better student life.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2021
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 28 Feb 2023Read more
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MSc Environmental Management - Batch of 2023
5
I feel good for joining in Brunel University.
Tips: Before joining be aware of how educational system in United Kingdom works. It is different from the educational system followed in my home country. Make sure you know what university offers for students before joining and also be aware of deadlines. Rest everything is well.
Likes (Public transportation): Student life in Brunel is really good as I got many friends from my home country and friends from many other countries as well. Student accommodation on campus is safe and comfortable. We have locos to spend time and to party. Overall pretty good experience for me.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): Faculty in Brunel for my modules are so knowledgeable and hold many years of experience. This actually is very important for a student when doing his/her master's. They are friendly and you can contact them literally at any time through email. I love Brunel's faculty.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 106
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 65160
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2023Read more
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MSc in Advanced Manufacturing Systems - Batch of 2023
5
The student life is good with part time work.
Tips: Be aware of university deadlines. Select the course you want to study and go through the modules. Make sure you are clear with everything about the course like the modules, fees, scholarship, etc. Never miss an opportunity, doors are never knocked twice, use your chance.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): The student life is good as I can work part time when I have no lectures. The money I earn through part time is enough for my living. Classes are not that compactly scheduled they are convenient. I live in student accommodation, I get to see a lot of people from different countries.
Dislikes (Internships): The facilities offered in Brunel for students are really good. We are given access to laboratories which have advanced technologies in them. Students are encouraged to explore and use the facilities for their research. The faculties for my course modules are very friendly and they guide me a lot.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 106
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 65160
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2023Read more
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Engineering Management MSc - Batch of 2023
4.4
Professors help in all cases. Even for the submission of assignments.
Tips: One must know how university alumni are at present. Also, whatever the university is please plan for accommodation because many were suffering initially. Try to connect with alumni students and gather info about courses and universities too. Whatever the university is please try to have some knowledge about the course you are choosing.
Likes (Student Life): As per my perspective, I’m staying in university accommodation which is very good for student life and we get many friends from different countries. Getting good flatmates and making new friends with little similar to our age will definitely make our university days very amazing.
Dislikes (Internships): I choose Brunel university because of its very good education and good teachers. They support us in all aspects so we get better internship options from different sectors for Brunel students as it’s a top university. Knowledge from various teachers and students will be very helpful.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1170
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2023Read more
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MSc in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2023
4.6
Never wait for 2nd chance
Tips: Research about course modules and facilities offered for students. So for each course, you have to check what laboratory facilities are offered, what software is taught on your module, scholarship, university ranking, internship, student life, living expenses etc. If you've got a chance grab it, not everyone gets a chance. Also, take care of your expenses before coming here.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): When you start exploring UK, you'll find lots of opportunities to get sponsored for psw. There are many places where you would love to settle. When you move little away from London, you'll really love UK. There are many industrial firms to work in. So develop your skills, get placed in an firm, work for the time period for permanent residential status.
Dislikes (Value for money): In my opinion, I often feel I am spending more than what it is actually worth. At times I feel the university fee is a little higher than what they offer. Accommodation costs are high, its common in London but not for students coming from India. So come prepared for everything
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1210
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2023Read more
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Advanced Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc - Batch of 2022
4.6
Great university and even greater opportunity for future development.
Tips: The university offers great opportunities for part time work and even post study work. Great studying experience and social life. The tuition fees is on the expensive side but it works when considering the opportunities you can get for work after studying and part time work while studying.
Likes (Safety): Safety in the campus is excellent. if you choose to live outside campus then the commutations to and from university is excellent (there is also a 24 hour bus route). I've stayed on both university accommodation and off campus accommodation and I can tell there are no security concerns from it.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): My rating is fairly straightforward, if the student wants to achieve something it’s completely dependent upon their ability to do so. It doesn’t always matter on what university the student studies. There are companies who are willing to sponsor either on contract or non contract basis. The student should make up their mind if he wants to stay in the country or go back.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1330
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32766
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2022Read more
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BSc in Marine Biology - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Essex
2.9
Essex, pretty okay place to be.
Tips: People are really friendly. A lot of opportunity for a social life. Colchester is small so you will run out of things to do pretty quickly. The academic facilities are amazing for STEM. Professors are super helpful and friendly, lots of advice for careers are also available on campus.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1700
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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MSc Applied Data Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Essex
4.3
The college is great and offers variety of courses and the campus is the best.
Tips: If you want to go to a university with a good campus, then the University of Essex is the place to go. Some of the courses they offer are not as good as others, so choose your course based on the ranking. The university ranks well for students with a math background, but they offer a variety of courses with slightly different modules, so choose the course that is right for you. I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Safety): I felt safe walking to the university even though it was a bit of a distance from the city. The surroundings were good and secure and I never felt unsafe. It was convenient to travel there but it was still safe to travel.
Dislikes (Value for money): Even after getting the scholarship the quality of education for a particular course was not that good. Some of the professors weren't as good as expected and the college only lasted for 6 months. After that you would have to work on your major project from home.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 610
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024Read more
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MSc in Data Science and its Applications - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Essex
2.3
University of Essex is good. Part-time is less.
Tips: There are no part-time jobs, students are living in London for their part-time job. Students should come here with some prior knowledge. Don't take exams slightly. If you love nature then Essex is the best place to live in. If you really want to study then University of Essex is good, but if you want to do more things along with your studies then go somewhere near London.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 15 Mar 2024Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Essex
4.7
Great academic support online and offline.
Tips: Take a Forex card before coming here. It's very helpful. Getting your BRP, a sim card, and a bank account here, should be the first things you do after arriving here. Learn some basic cooking, otherwise you will end up spending a lot more money on food.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 27 Dec 2023Read more
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MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology - Batch of 2018
Offered by University of Essex
3.7
Academic rigor and cultural exploration
Tips: Have no preconceived notions about the country and the people. Do not focus on making Indian friends but make friends with people from different countries and be open to enjoying cultural differences. Spend a of time in the library and stay on campus as it opens more avenues for TA opportunities.
Likes (Safety): The law and order maintenance is really great and the people are really friendly and accommodating to international students. The people don't judge and are very friendly. The student council and faculty are really helpful as well. Also, the environment is very refreshing.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Personally as an Indian, it was different for me to get used to many fast food options so would prefer cooking. Niche ingredients are hard to find as well. Buying food can be really expensive. The flavour profile of the fast food was not to my liking.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2204
Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 22312
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2023Read more
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MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of Essex
4.3
A budget ranking university for computer science.
Tips: It is a good university if you’re looking for a budget, ranking and amenities for computer science department. This university is located a bit far away from London which makes it bit hard to travel around in UK. But this gives you the advantage of living on a budget.
Likes (Student Life): This university gives good study exposure, entertainment and affordability in living as it is located a bit far away from the city. As a student, it’s your job to make sure that you make the best out of it by studying and keeping yourself updated for the assignments.
Dislikes (Part time work): Part time work in the university is easy to get but you get only a few hours of work. Hence, you may need to find more part time jobs to support yourself. This I guess is the same for all the universities around. This can be easily compensated by finding a job outside the campus.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 638
Prepping time for classes23 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 57447
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Master of Business Administration (Essex MBA) - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of Essex
3.8
Campus and faculty are great at University Of Essex
Tips: Campus and faculty are great. Might have to struggle a bit for relevant work experience so if you can ride that out financially, it’s a good experience. The city is great. Limited options when it comes to hanging out but you can always go to London which isn’t far.
Likes (Indian Food): Plenty of food options in the city and online for Indian/South Asian food. Good takeaway options as well. Might help to learn cooking though as delivery fees are a lot and not something I was used to paying. Other than that, plenty of choices for both Indian and other cuisines.
Dislikes (Part time work): It’s slightly difficult to find part time work relevant to my course (MBA) in Colchester as there’s not much work here. So, the part time options are restaurants or call centers, etc. If you get online, you might find work elsewhere around but you’ll have to spend on transportation then.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1011
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2022Read more
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LLM International Law - Batch of 2022
Offered by University of Essex
3.2
For sure, it is a brand. You have to decide what you want from the University.
Tips: I would say, please participate in all the activities that come your way. Also, the academic curriculum is a blend of remote classes and physical classes. It is also very important to do a lot of self study so that you can improve your base. There's a very big library and a study center with computers, use that as much as you can.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is good. There's a very active student union that brings in new events every now and then. Plenty of societies to join and a good campus with loads of facilities. Facilities include a gym, sports center and a huge campus with greenery. There are a couple of restaurants and takeaways too. There are also other shops for daily needs within the campus.
Dislikes (Internships): I have done a masters degree. So, we did not have enough time to do an internship. University does not help much in getting an internship. However, there are websites called careerhub and gradintel wherein even alumni can have access and look for internships and jobs, including part time jobs.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1087
Prepping time for classes4 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2022Read more
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MSc Politics, Communications and Data Analytics - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of Essex
3.7
Very vibrant and fun student life.
Tips: It is a good learning experience. I would advise trying to make the best of opportunities from the start. There was a transition in terms of lifestyle, classroom experience, weather, and overall culture. I received a £5000 scholarship based on merit. Satisfied with my course, but I believe there could be more feedback from lecturers and support for career opportunities.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1425
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30450
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025Read more
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BA in Business Economics - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Essex
4.2
The new chapter away from home.
Tips: Shifting here made me more independent and responsible. There was a cultural shift, it was for the good, as it was so refreshing to interact with people from different backgrounds. I am extremely satisfied, I do miss my country sometimes but here I feel at home too.
Likes (Safety): There is always a police presence on campus, and at night the streets are well-lit. Also, there are CCTV cameras throughout the city. On my first day, I got lost but a stranger not only showed me around but also bought me a coffee.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The food is nice and affordable. However, there are not many options for international students. There are at least two Indian restaurants, one of which is very affordable. I usually cook for myself, but going out to eat occasionally is nice.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 6050
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 80400
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2024Read more
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