London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs University of Exeter - UOE vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris vs Leeds Trinity University

Side-by-side comparison from 494 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 0/6 categories
University of Exeter - UOE: wins 0/6 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/6 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 0/6 categories
Leeds Trinity University: wins 0/6 categories
Harper Adams University: wins 0/6 categories
Online Courses Learning: wins 6/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Exeter, The United Kingdom
4.50
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Best programme: Accounting and Finance
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Leeds, The United Kingdom
4.10
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Best programme: Forensic Psychology
Newport, The United Kingdom
4.00
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Best programme: Agricultural Engineering
London, The United Kingdom
4.70
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Best programme: Leadership
Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
4.52
4.00
4.56
4.20
2.00
5.00
Win
Location
4.78
4.42
3.57
4.78
3.50
4.00
5.00
Win
Professors
4.26
4.37
4.00
4.67
4.60
4.00
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.80
4.12
4.14
4.67
3.70
3.00
5.00
Win
Student life
3.63
4.45
3.71
4.00
3.80
5.00
5.00
Value
4.04
4.28
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.79
4.22
3.50
3.22
3.40
4.00
5.00
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Marketable courses and high academic standards
  • +Excellent, expert faculty with industry experience
  • +Supportive, respectful, and flexible learning environment
  • +High-quality academic programmes and practical skills development
  • +Supportive and engaging campus life with a strong sense of community
  • +Welcoming environment and excellent faculty support for all students
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
  • +Supportive and accessible staff, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • +Flexible course design and resources catering to diverse student needs.
  • +Small, community-focused campus with valuable practical experience.
  • +Passionate & engaged lecturers
  • +Strong community and social life
  • +On-campus university events
  • +Flexible, self-paced learning
  • +Helpful instructors and fast support
  • +Relevant and high-quality course material
Cons
  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of structure in programs.
  • -High fees are not justified by the quality of education and support.
  • -Limited social life and inadequate student support services.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor graduate support and unaddressed student concerns.
  • -Lack of diversity and instances of racism create an unwelcoming environment for some students.
  • -Course content perceived as overly theoretical with lecturers imposing their opinions.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of career support and industry relevance leads to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative & management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources are common complaints.
  • -Lack of support and unclear communication lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are a problem.
  • -Poor course structure and teaching quality detract from the learning experience.
Rating summary
What students say

With a strong emphasis on **Internationality** (4.80) and **Location** (4.78), this institution presents a globally connected and well-situated environment. Professors also receive high marks (4.26). Conversely, **Student Life** (3.63) and **Accommodations** (3.79) are the areas with the lowest reported satisfaction, suggesting room for improvement in campus vibrancy and living arrangements.

This institution receives high marks across the board, with facilities standing out as its strongest area, earning a near-perfect score. Student life and location also rank favorably. However, internationality shows the lowest rating among the surveyed categories, indicating room for improvement in global engagement or support for international students. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded profile with particularly impressive physical resources.

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.

This institution receives high marks for its Location, scoring 4.78, and for its Professors and Internationality, both at 4.67. Facilities also rate well at 4.56. Student Life and Value are both solid at 4.00. The weakest area is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.22.

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its academic offerings, with professors receiving an outstanding 4.6 rating. Student life also scores well at 3.8. Conversely, the university's weakest areas lie in accommodation and location, both rated at 3.4 and 3.5 respectively, suggesting these are aspects that could be improved. Facilities and internationality present a solid middle ground, with ratings of 4.2 and 3.7.

This institution exhibits a particularly strong showing in Student Life, earning a perfect score. Conversely, its Facilities received the lowest rating. Professors, Location, and Accommodations are all well-regarded, while Internationality and Value present a more moderate performance. Overall, the university offers a vibrant student experience alongside solid academic and living support.

Across all surveyed categories, this institution received perfect scores. Every aspect, from facilities and professors to student life and accommodations, was rated a strong 5. Its prime location and international appeal also contributed to this uniformly excellent evaluation, indicating exceptional value for students. There are no discernible weak areas based on this data.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Most reviews (~74%) praise marketable courses, expert faculty, and excellent research opportunities. Very few (~3.4%) express concerns about teaching quality, grading consistency, and career services.

The vast majority of reviews (~99%) are positive, praising the beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and good academic reputation. Limited negative feedback (~1%) mentions issues with course content and diversity.

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.

All 9 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students highlight exceptional teaching quality and knowledgeable instructors, along with impeccable facilities. The curriculum and emphasis on precision are frequently praised.

With an average rating of 4.1/5 and ~80% positive feedback, students highlight supportive staff, good study materials, and accommodating environments for diverse needs. Minor points on course content choice were mentioned.

With a 4/5 average rating, this university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~100%). Students highlight engaged lecturers and a strong social scene fostered by its rural setting.

All three reviews are positive, with students praising flexibility and helpful instructors. They highlight acquiring skills and the convenience of self-paced learning.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
54%
43%
67%
30%
0%
67%
4★
44%
41%
29%
33%
50%
100%
33%
3★
19%
4%
14%
0%
20%
0%
0%
2★
2%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
1%
14%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
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Great Experience

LSE is a great place to create life-long connections and friends. There's a certain sense of community that is special to the university. The staff are hands-on and approachable. The facilities are modern and well-equipped.

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Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

Good

I liked the respect toward students and modules, and the course was designed to help busy parents and workers. Excellent staff on campus to take care of students' needs and professional tutors. Library and IT lab in our campus, good study material and one to one tuition.

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