Mary Immaculate College - MIC vs Dublin City University - DCU vs University of Galway vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Learning People

Side-by-side comparison from 131 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Dublin City University - DCU (4.50)
Mary Immaculate College - MIC: wins 2/7 categories
Dublin City University - DCU: wins 4/7 categories
University of Galway: wins 1/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Learning People: wins 0/7 categories
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland: wins 0/7 categories
Independent College: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Secondary Education
Best programme: Accounting and Finance
Galway, Ireland
4.10
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Best programme: Digital Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Dublin, Ireland
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Dublin, Ireland
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Category ratings
Facilities
2.00
4.27
Win
4.10
4.00
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Location
2.00
3.75
4.17
Win
3.57
Not rated
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Professors
5.00
Win
4.35
4.38
4.00
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Internationality
1.00
4.18
Win
4.12
4.14
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Not rated
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Student life
2.00
4.24
Win
3.97
3.71
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Value
5.00
Win
4.30
4.17
4.00
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Accommodation
3.00
4.07
Win
3.63
3.50
Not rated
Not rated
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Close-knit community and personal lecturer relationships
  • +Strong sense of togetherness and unity among students
  • +Excellent teaching programs and student support
  • +Dedicated and supportive lecturers
  • +Welcoming and friendly student community
  • +Positive and smooth overall university experience
  • +Engaging and supportive faculty
  • +Vibrant campus life and ample opportunities
  • +Modern facilities and strong academic programs
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication and responsiveness from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are major drawbacks.
  • -Ineffective teaching methods and insufficient support hinder learning.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Facilities are often outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a problem.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution shows a stark contrast in its ratings. It excels significantly in **Professors** and **Value**, both receiving perfect scores. Conversely, its **Internationality** is a clear weak point, scoring only one. Facilities, Location, and Student Life also received low marks, indicating areas for considerable improvement. Accommodations sit in the middle with a moderate rating.

This university garners favorable ratings across most aspects, with **Professors** and **Value** standing out as the strongest areas, both scoring above 4.3. **Facilities** and **Student Life** also receive high marks, exceeding 4.2. **Accomodation** and **Internationality** are well-regarded, with scores around 4.0 and 4.1 respectively. The **Location** is the weakest performing category, though still respectable at 3.75.

This institution performs exceptionally well in several key areas. Its professors are highly rated, reflecting a strong academic foundation. Location and value also receive favorable scores. While generally positive, student life and accommodation are the relatively weaker aspects compared to other surveyed categories.

This institution performs well across most aspects, with **Internationality** standing out as its strongest area. Facilities, Professors, and Value also receive high marks. Areas for potential improvement include **Location**, which scored the lowest, and Accomodation. Student life and the overall value proposition are rated solidly in the mid-to-high range.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~75%), highlighting a strong sense of community, close lecturer-student relationships, and excellent teaching. Some mention the college's compact size and limited on-site facilities.

With a 4.49 average rating from 61 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight excellent lecturers, a welcoming community, and a positive academic experience.

With a 4.1/5 average rating from 59 reviews, nearly all feedback highlights a supportive atmosphere, engaging teachers, and excellent facilities. Vibrant campus life and academic rigor are also frequently mentioned. No negative reviews were recorded.

Most reviews (approximately 71%) highlight a positive learning atmosphere, inspiring professors, and valuable international experiences. A small amount of feedback (around 14%) suggests mediocrity and a focus on profit. The average rating is 3.86/5.

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Rating distribution
5★
25%
51%
19%
43%
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4★
50%
48%
73%
29%
0%
0%
0%
3★
25%
2%
8%
14%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
14%
0%
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