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AnonymousVerified Icon
BA (Hons) Tourism Management - Batch of 2028
5
A great place to learn and grow.
Tips: Students should know that the college offers a supportive learning environment an active student life and good faculty members but it also expects you to be disciplined and manage your time well. Getting involved in clubs and activities really help you to grow.
Dislikes (Public transportation): The professors are genuinely knowledgeable and truly care students learning. They are very approachable we can talk to them after class or reach out anytime for doubts and guidance. Their teaching style is also unique they mix theory with real examples.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1175
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 10400
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025Read more
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MSc Data Science - Batch of 2026
4
Diverse and career focused learning.
Tips: A student should know that UEL offers a diverse, career focused learning environment with a strong support service and modern facilities especially at the Dockland campus. They provide good transport links through the DLR, on campus accommodation and helpful services like the career zone and 24/7 libraries.
Dislikes (Internships): As of now, in my course, I have not seen any internship programme yet or might be I lack knowledge about internships but that's my honest opinion so far about my university.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 12000
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management - Batch of 2026
4.8
My university is very friendly and welcoming.
Tips: You should know your university, academic programs, key deadline, campus resources, student supports, student services, be aware of facilities like the swimming pool, career central, club, understand tuition scholarship and housing options. Knowing this helps your native campus life be effective and take full advantage of your university experience.
Dislikes (Part time work): Part-time work opportunities on or around campus are generally good but can vary based on the campus location filled with students and individuals. Many colleges offer on campus jobs such as a Library assistant, researcher or academic roller that are flexible with class schedules.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025Read more
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MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management - Batch of 2026
4.2
My universe is very friendly when it comes to help students.
Tips: I think they should just know the basic knowledge about what a university offers to their international students such as academic programs, key deadlines, campus resources, student support, student services, rules, be aware of facilities like the library, career, Central and clubs scholarship, and even get some knowledge about accommodation, housing accommodation and etc.
Likes (Indian Food): I gave 5 stars rating to food option in my country of origin because of the incredible diversity, culture, richness and availability of both traditional and modern cuisine. One of the main reason for this high rate is the variety of regional food available is nice.
Dislikes (Public transportation): In London, public transport is really good. The only problem is that sometimes you can get very crowded and you might have to wait for half an hour for your bus or train. That's the only reason I don't like but rest, I think it's very good.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1925
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025Read more
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BSc (Hons)Computer Science (Web And Mobile Technologies) - Batch of 2024
4.5
Good university for pursuing BSc in CS.
Tips: I couldn't believe that everyone at this university was super friendly and easily approachable. I was surprised to receive a 3,000 scholarship while applying to the programme for my first year, so that's a nice plus. I'm happy here, although I can't say it's one of the top choices out there. This is a really good university if you are looking for a college that is in an area with city life. You will not find it here if you're looking for something with more greenery and a rural setting. If you want to attend a university where you will be helped as much as possible, this is the place for you. Every member of the staff, faculty, and administration is extremely dedicated to helping students thrive in their studies. The level of support you get from your tutor is something else. They are there for you at any time of day, any day of the week, no matter where you are. You can contact them for any questions or concerns you have about your modules. I'm sure I won't ever regret coming to this university.
Likes (Internships): They do help us or guide us 100% for our internship. When I was trying to get my internship, it was hard for me because, as a student who doesn't have any idea about the system going around in this country, it was hard. But the tutor really helped me to get one and guided me through it.
Dislikes (Value for money): The fees are a bit higher for international students, and local students pay only half as much for the same courses. I paid 12,700 GBP for my first year before scholarship, but it's increasing every year, which makes it a bit harder for me. Then one of my mates in the programme was paying way lessu20149,000 GBP per year. That disappoint me a lot.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 950
Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week
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MSc International Business Management - Batch of 2023
4.6
You get a lot of free resources as a UEL student.
Tips: You get a lot of free resources as a UEL student, which you must utilise. The university spans across 3 major campuses in East London, and the accommodation within the University is at the Docklands campus. If you are planning to enrol on a course at this university, then it will be ideal to either live on campus or live nearby so that you can best experience the student life. There are various opportunities to participate in cultural, sports, fun, creative, tech and informative activities all across the University campuses for all the students all year round. The atmosphere is amazing and all the festivals are celebrated throughout the year. The faculty is from all over the world, with different accents and teaching styles. This might create some barriers for students from the Indian subcontinent. They do try to help the students in any way they can, and the faculty has a wealth of knowledge, but there are still some communication problems, especially for students with less experience with the English language.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes4 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30975
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025Read more
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Riya Shah Verified Icon
MSc Business Psychology - Batch of 2024
3.7
Strong academics, amazing student life and a diverse learning environment.
Tips: I came here after Covid, and I can see a difference between the Indian and London education systems. There was a cultural shift in my experience here, but it did positively influence my awareness, celebrations, and the impact I’m having here. Unfortunately, I didn't get any scholarships. The rejections I’ve encountered were definitely a part of the learning curve. Overall, my experience in London has been quite rewarding. I am satisfied with the course, coursework, knowledge, faculty, networking opportunities, and social events, including all the parties and gatherings.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty for my course were very accessible and approachable. The most unique and very interesting methodology that I find quite helpful was implementing whatever you study into real life scenarios right after you study with help of role play, group discussion. Diversity was very much so in play I had teachers from Belgium, France, USA and UAE.
Dislikes (Part time work): Considering the job market, you do have to hunt for the part-time and go to every extent and try every option available. You need to organize your day and work, and most of the time it works out quite well for people. The pay range is from minimum wage to 1-2 pounds or more.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30450
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025Read more
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MSc Cloud Computing - Batch of 2026
3.3
The university is good for international students, but you should keep your options open.
Tips: You will definitely face hardships because of the weather, but it's really lovely. I had no scholarships but students do get it, so talk with the university, I'm sure you'll get it. The university is okay not that good, but it's in London, that's the best part. The crowd is almost all Indian, so you won't get much exposure to foreign students. But that's good and bad at the same time. The courses are really well structured but don't take the placement year. It's useless and will not help you. What matters is you come here and get a job in a good country with a quality crowd.
Likes (Student Life): The student life is absolutely amazing, but it is subjective. If you are an outgoing person who is friendly with everyone, you will enjoy it here. The campus organizes events that keep students engaged, and they also have a common house where we can play games, do arts and crafts, and use the PS. There are many communities, such as the Indian, Bangladesh, and other regional communities, that organize events on special occasions.
Dislikes (Indian Food): For someone coming here from India, the restaurants here are a big disappointment. Both, the taste and the money are not worth it. I rather prefer cooking by myself. I'm not a professional but it is what I grew up eating and those taste hold a special place in our heart.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 950
Prepping time for classes2 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30450
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024Read more
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MSc International Business Management - Batch of 2024
2.7
Money is not well spent.
Tips: No matter how much the University provides academics students have to look for employability skills. Only those who are in the eyes of the staff will be able to take up roles. This will fall on the level of enthusiastic participation. Scholarship and laptop allowance are there for free. UK is best but UEL is not even in average in the performance. I got lot of opportunities but I am afraid not everyone would be getting not even 5%.
Likes (Student Life): There are many things that go to keep the students active in campus. Though sometimes everyone goes for various part times and are not able to participate but is worth. Every now and then you will get goodies and good enjoyment. The campus is very impressive.
Dislikes (Internships): Mostly the department is trying to enhance the options, but unfortunately, there is nothing to learn or the quality of the learning or encouragement is not fruitful. It is better to take any analytics course than IBM. Doesn't fill the late for opportunities or employability. Internships are not much to go for practical exposure. They say they have a lot of plans but are uncertain.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 175
Prepping time for classes2 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28450
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2024Read more
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MBA Master of Business Administration with Placement Year - Batch of 2024
3
One should enjoy their time at the University of East London
Tips: Stay on campus to enjoy the full university experience. Avail of all scholarship opportunities before applying and do thorough research before choosing your course. Do a part-time job on campus as it helps a lot with future career prospects and will help secure a job in the future.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1375
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 24000
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2023Read more
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Pravin Verified Icon
MSc International Business Management - Batch of 2023
3
Good country to live in. Satisfied with the University.
Tips: After coming to this college students can easily take up a job here and get settled. There are many opportunities. I did not experience much transition after coming here as I have lived like this in India. England is a good country to live in and be more modern. In my university the professors are good and they are very helpful and so is the infrastructure but the fee is a little bit much as compared to the facilities but it is okay I am satisfied with it.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 691
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 11941
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2023Read more
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MSc Construction Engineering Management - Batch of 2023
2.9
Cheerful and intellectual experience
Tips: Scholarships are only offered to students who have been consistent in their academics and have a GPA of 3 and above. Also speaking good English and being an active participant will get you a lot of opportunities and you will be able to connect with people across the city and campus.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus is very well connected and many options are available to commute like buses, rental cycles, trams, etc. Some students even get bus passes issues through the local depot. You can even get assistance from the University office. The tickets are also very cheap and helpful to international students who do not have their own conveyance.
Dislikes (Value for money): It gets very difficult for international students to settle down here due to very high living costs and rents. Also, food options are not adequate and it would be advised to cook your own food and buy your own groceries. Part-time jobs are also very less here and if you are able to secure then pay would not be that high.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1454
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 63874
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2023Read more
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science - Batch of 2025
3.2
Easy going university. You need to improve your skills by doing practical projects
Tips: There is not much of a cultural change because you can find many people from your home country India here. I got 2500 pounds international scholarship for only the first semester and for the next 2 years, the chances of getting scholarships for Indians is nearly 0 per cent. I like the course and the modules offered at the university.
Likes (Public transportation): It is well connected to central London which is 20 minutes of train ride. The bus charges are low compared to London living standards and for buses, 24hr transportation is available in the city. The last train ride to the university is at around 11 pm in Central London.
Dislikes (Internships): We have careerzone in the University which helps students soft skills required for the jobs and guides students on how to prepare job-ready resumes. They will conduct the mock interviews as well. The internships through the university are available only to UK and EU students.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 798
Prepping time for classes38 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2023Read more
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MBA - Batch of 2022
3.3
Easy-going, fun and lovable learning experience!
Tips: Life can initially be very challenging as setting down in a new country and environment can be stressful. Also, accommodation can be another challenge so be well prepared or book your accommodation in advance before moving in. Was offered 2K pounds of scholarship as an early bird. Was very satisfied with the course and curriculum.
Likes (Indian Food): Many Indian food outlets are available near our campus from northern India which is good in taste but cannot be compared to Indian standards. The food usually here is a bit on the expensive side so would not suggest eating out regularly if you are on a strict budget.
Dislikes (Student Life): Campus has very good infrastructure and facilities like library, dorms, food outlets. Vending machines are also available. Campus culture here is very different as compared to India. Student unions and societies organize many events on a daily basis which you can participate in. One can also become a member and contribute to the clubs.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1312
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2023Read more
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MBA - Batch of 2023
3.6
Diversity and well connected campus
Tips: Go through in details about your course modules. Very important to understand which are the subjects you will be studying once you start the course. There is not much cultural shift as such in my Masters programme as 90% of the students in my class were from India. However, overall staying in London there is some cultural change that you will come across.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 851
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2023Read more
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BSc (Hons) Business Management - Batch of 2025
2.7
Not supportive and discriminating
Tips: Choose this university only if you are doing Masters in cloud computing or sports degree. Also you should have enough funds for survival as there is a rare chance of having a part time job. You should have substantial work experience and skills so that you can secure a good job in UK, don't depend on the university, they won't help.
Likes (Public transportation): The transportation is good but I have deducted one point because of the frequent disclosure. All three campuses of the University are well connected with the city's public transport, there are two railway stations connected with the main campus and also University provides bus service across all three campuses.
Dislikes (Part time work): Honesty, talking about on campus jobs, I found it a very big scam. As what University administration advertises and the reality of the jobs. They follow discriminating policies for Asian students while making recruiting decisions, they try to suppress Asian applicants by misinforming or completely not informing them about the job opportunities. Still an Asian candidate manages to make an application they will reject it without any solid reason and prefer white and black even if they are lacking behind the Asian applicants.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1706
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 6 Jul 2023Read more
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MA in Education - Batch of 2023
3.9
Excellent University for overseas students and the best faculty.
Tips: University of East London is the best. Friendly environment and approachable faculty with an academically strong presentation by the faculty. In addition, the multicultural environment will really help an overseas student to gain in-depth knowledge about various activities related to the course you are in. However, the fee structure will make you think twice to get in enrolled. Above all, you will live in a different culture and environment here.
Likes (Quality of faculty): When it comes to teaching faculty, they are most helpful and approachable towards students. In addition, the methodologies used were excellent especially the group discussion and the challenging debate and talk to share views and ideas were mind-blowing where you will be overwhelmed.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Well I'm interested but I want to move back to my home country and share the ideas and methodologies I have learned which would be helpful to the future generation. However, if I get the chance to be here of course I will serve the youngsters to help in their education and make the best citizens of the country.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1203
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 2 Jul 2023Read more
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MBA - Batch of 2021
2.8
University has good infrastructure and facilities with 24/7 library available for students.
Tips: Students need to sort out their accommodation first. After completion of the course, students need to find opportunities by themselves because universities have very limited options and very high competition. In one course there are around more than 1000 students in one class.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transport inside the city is very communicative which covers every single part of the city. There are different modes available like buses, tubes, taxis even connectivity to both main airports is also very easy. But transportation is a bit expensive. So I'll recommend a new person to make your budget after doing proper R&D about this city.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It is very hard to find a sponsored job for a freshly graduated person and even hard for an experienced person who does not come from IT or Health background. And for permanent immigration, it took around 5 years to get an ILR in which your PSW and your study year do not count. So it is going to depend on your study year and if you are taking PSW.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 0
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 27830
Reviewed on 18 May 2023Read more
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MA in Education - Batch of 2023
3.4
Good for higher education.
Tips: Attendance and assignments are checked very seriously. The marking is very strictly done and we have more failures during the first term, so students need to work on their assignments very seriously. Teachers are good but it is time for students to understand the way to write assignments. If you want to enjoy college, you should apply for the programs that are run in the morning.
Likes (Safety): We have classes for MA in Education during the evening. So travelling at night back home was never a challenge instead you can beat all the traffic congestions. There are not many issues with transportation in UK as the connectivity is good in London. However, it could be a challenge if there are any traffic diversions or train terminations.
Dislikes (Internships): No internships are available for MA Education. If you are looking for a job during your initial days and trying to get into a school, lectures do give you the required reference letters to start your career, which I think is good support to start your career.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1202
Prepping time for classes4 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 22277
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2023Read more
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Master of Business Administration - FinTech Management MBA - Batch of 2025
4.2
Experience with quality education and diversity.
Tips: Students should familiarize themselves with the academic rules and regulations. Don't forget to bring any documentation that's required by the university and for any job-related requirements. Be prepared to live independently and make sure you can cook your own meals. Having tasty, home-style food and a peaceful place to stay can make your university experience a lot more enjoyable. And once you arrive, you can also make friends with people from many countries. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Generally, the facilities for students are amazing. In particular, the departments are excellent because they use interactive lectures, case studies, and research-lead teaching professionals. Overall, the professors are good, as faculty diversity is high, with professors of various nationalities. Additionally, these professors are approachable during office hours and friendly to all students, ensuring a good educational experience.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Public transport in the city is useful, but it can be costly. Traveling by bus, train, and tram is often delayed and expensive. Fares are on the high side. If you miss your bus, you could be waiting 15–20 minutes for the next one.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 36000
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025Read more
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Computer Science BSc (Hons) - Batch of 2028
Offered by University of Surrey
4.6
Strong academics and supportive community.
Tips: Transitioning here was easy. There was a bit of a cultural shift but there are a lot of people from my country of origin that you can converse with, also a lot of people are friendly here so talking with them will be easy and great. I didn't get any scholarships, because international undergraduate students from India can only apply for the International Excellence Award.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 725
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025Read more
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MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Surrey
4.5
University with plenty of opportunities.
Tips: Students need to get to know about the course that they are taking. Should be mentally prepared to take care of themselves without anyone's support. It is really important for all international students. It is easier for them to sustain if they know a little bit of cooking.
Likes (Part time work): It is very easy to get part time from this location since it's near London. If you apply consistently and your CV looks good, then it's quite easy. You just need to focus on building ourselves and then you can get your part-time job within 1 or 2 months.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Different modes of public transportation are easily available. The bus stop is inside the campus. The railway station is very near the campus, with just 10 minutes walk. There are more than three bus stops inside the campus where you can expect buses very often.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 600
Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40025
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025Read more
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MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2027
Offered by University of Surrey
4.1
An enriching and rewarding experience at the University of Surrey.
Tips: The University of Surrey offers strong academics great placements and a diverse community. Transitioning was smooth with mild cultural shifts. I earned a 5000 pounds merit scholarship. It is best to choose to study for me.
Likes (Student Life): The University of Surrey has a lively, inclusive and engaging campus atmosphere. My day usually includes group study sessions and spending time with friends at the hive or the lake. I enjoy the friendly community and the balance between academics and recreation the most. The campus hosts frequent events like cultural festivals career fair and all.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Authentic cuisine is quite limited around campus. Most nearby restaurants serve British, Italian or Asian fusion food with average prices ranging from 10-20 pounds per meal. I usually prefer cooking myself as it is more affordable and lets me enjoy the flavour of home.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 31000
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025Read more
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MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Surrey
4.1
College is good for technical subjects.I don't know about other field.
Tips: Know your faculty. Know your assessment type. Do deep research on your elective subject prior. Do pack food items for at least one month. Pack necessary utensils but not too many. Do not buy a costly laptop, the university has enough resources. Do not believe on YouTube influencer.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food is available but it's costly. Cooking for yourself is cheap. Tesco, Lidl, coop are cheaper for students and the quality is also good. You can get mandatory items for one month for between 10 to 15 GBP. Bring 2 sports shoes, one for regular work and one for part time work.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 571
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025Read more
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Business Analytics MSc - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Surrey
3.9
Welcoming university and friendly people.
Tips: Be prepared for the initial cultural shock; the country and town are very different from India. Living alone in this new place will test you physically, mentally, and emotionally. However, if you stay focused and determined, you'll become a much more confident individual. Plan your finances and schedule your day carefully to complete your degree efficiently. Apply for as many scholarships as possible; they are helpful. I didn't because I lacked knowledge.
Likes (Safety): I have lived for 2 whole years in Guildford. I lived in a house outside the university, so I had no campus security, but it never ever felt unsafe to be anywhere in Guildford at any time of the day or night. Right from the very first day when I carried my suitcases all by myself from the railway station to my house at 1 AM in the night, to my last day in Guildford before I moved to London, I never felt unsafe anywhere in Guildford. I always found helpful people everywhere. Some even offered me a lift from Tesco to my home in their cars.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The university is located in Guildford which has limited Indian restaurants. Near the university you can find only two options. Eat Out Guildford is an affordable choice offering good portions at a reasonable price. For a more upscale experience Shah's in Guildford Town Centre is another option. Personally, I prefer cooking at home, as it's more affordable and healthier. Tesco and Lidl, both about a 15 minute walk from the university are convenient for grocery shopping. I recommend eating out occasionally.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000
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MSc in International Business Management - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of Surrey
4.1
A truly surreal experience that has shaped me for better.
Tips: There will be a lot of culture shock when you come to the UK, but the best thing to do is to embrace the change and keep your mind open to learning about the culture. Overall transition was very smooth for me personally because I was lucky enough to meet amazing people and make friends from around the world. The University made it very easy to engage with other people, especially during the freshers' week. One thing I notice is that it doesn't matter your background or interests, there will always be a place for you here at Surrey, may it be via student societies or social clubs, so don't worry about thinking you won't be able to make friends for any reason. The university does provide scholarships for students coming from India, or at least they did when I joined, so do check. Overall, I was very satisfied with my time at university, and I have utmost faith that anyone who comes here with an open-minded mindset will have a great time here and leave with a lifetime worth of amazing memories.
Likes (Quality of faculty): I had an excellent experience with the professors. They were approachable and knowledgeable, and the teaching faculty was diverse. While some professors were more engaging than others, overall, it was an excellent experience.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There aren't many options for Indian food in Guildford. However, there are still a decent number of restaurants from other cultures, so it's not too bad if you want to order in sometimes. I prefer cooking myself, but I do order Italian food every now and then. There are also a decent number of fast-food restaurants, so you will have options, but not particularly much for late-night cravings.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
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Sidharth Nandan Verified Icon
MSc in International Business Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Surrey
3.4
Great for studies but not the city life that you’d expect.
Tips: Coming to the UK for studies is an excellent option. However, it is highly unlikely that you will land a job right after your studies, and it is very difficult to secure a visa-sponsored job. Therefore, it is essential to start networking and developing your LinkedIn profile from the moment you arrive. The faculty are very intelligent and will help you throughout your studies. The management is also very efficient and will help you sort out all your documents. I am very satisfied with my experience at the University of Surrey.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 950
Prepping time for classes11 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 23500
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025Read more
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Anirudh Joshi Verified Icon
Business Analytics MSc - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Surrey
3.7
Studying at University of Surrey has been a wonderful opportunity.
Tips: Surrey has everything for the students, so students just need to ask for it. Consider it a beautiful opportunity and work hard to achieve your goals. The university will definitely help you in each and every aspect. The university has all the facilities and is well-equipped to nudge you to achieve your goals. I have worked as an international student ambassador at the University of Surrey. The university has lots of different things for students to do. The best part is the experience you get from working at the university. Surrey conducts lots of different fairs and activities for students to participate in.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I'm a vegetarian, and I found it hard to get any Indian food in Guildford, where the University of Surrey is located. There are a few restaurants, but they're expensive. You can get Indian food at the grocery store, but it's a bit of a struggle.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 750
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 39050
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2025Read more
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MBA - Batch of 2019
Offered by University of Surrey
4.5
I feel this is the best University.
Tips: I recommend the students before joining this University to take on-campus student's accommodation early if you are preferring to stay in campus accommodation. Since it is quite difficult to get on-campus accommodation in the University campus. I also recommend to be an early applicant of this university.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 931
Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2022Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSc Digital Marketing - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Surrey
3.5
It is a fun loving place to do masters.
Tips: Diversity, exposure and lots of personal development which will allow you to be prepared for what life has to offer. I am satisfied with my course. Manor Park was fun for socialism and games. Lush greenery was an added advantage and plus the lake.
Likes (Student Life): Good vibes, good people, good environment and gives you a good balance of it all. I was in several clubs like sports, societies and was part of the Karnataka society and also was an international student ambassador and it was fun helping young students.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Barely 2 in Guildford to eat and cooking it is as there is not much I can do. I can't say much about pricing as they varied seasonally and like I said not many options at all. No indian food is available in Guildford so we needed to travel to Hounslow for good food.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 5800
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 103725
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025Read more
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MSc Computer Vision, Robotics and Machine Learning - Batch of 2022
Offered by University of Surrey
3.9
A rewarding experience at the University of Surrey.
Tips: Having prior work experience in terms of M.Sc. helps. I got a scholarship of 2,000 pounds but some of my peers got bigger scholarships up to half of their tuition fees. I was really satisfied with my course and my university. My Masters course really helped me with my academics.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty members were helpful and kind. The methodology of teaching was in person. The faculty was quite diverse in terms of nationality. If we have any doubts faculty members were approachable. The course was also practical and covered most of the modern topics necessary to get into the industry.
Dislikes (Indian Food): No good option as a vegetarian. Since the food in the UK involves a lot of meat, the vegetarian options were poor in taste. Because of this, I have to cook. Indian places are costly. I did not find any variety in the food also. I found it difficult when it came to food.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 850
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 71200
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025Read more
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MSc Business Economics and Finance - Batch of 2022
Offered by University of Surrey
4.3
I have had the best experience at this university.
Tips: If you are looking for safety and quality education and student support this is the college for you with supportive and interactive staff, who always encourage you to participate in activities that enhance your inter personal skills and prepare you for the opportunities
Likes (Indian Food): There are plenty of options in fact plenty of shops from my country which made me feel at home. There is a lot of cuisine diversity you can choose from every corner of the town and you wont feel left out while you are out with your friends. I strongly recommend Guilford area for safety and calm.
Dislikes (Internships): They cannot guarantee internship like any other university, so we should do our best and be in the eyes of advisors and professors showing how sincere and dedicated we are towards our future . So you will have to look for options and approach companies that are close to your desired profession.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1259
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 36622
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2022Read more
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