Brand Academy – University of Applied Sciences vs Hamburg University of Applied Sciences vs Kühne Logistics University - KLU vs Europa Kolleg Hamburg vs HafenCity University Hamburg - HCU

Side-by-side comparison from 54 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Brand Academy – University of Applied Sciences: wins 6/6 categories
Hamburg University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
Kühne Logistics University - KLU: wins 0/6 categories
Europa Kolleg Hamburg: wins 0/6 categories
HafenCity University Hamburg - HCU: wins 0/6 categories
University of Applied Sciences Europe: wins 0/6 categories
NIT The Business School at the Hamburg University of Technology: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Design for TV and Film
Best programme: Information Engineering
Best programme: Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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Best programme: Architecture
Best programme: MBA In Technology Management
Category ratings
Facilities
5.00
Win
3.00
4.68
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3.67
Not rated
4.83
Location
5.00
Win
3.50
4.90
Not rated
4.67
Not rated
4.50
Professors
5.00
5.00
4.66
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
5.00
Internationality
5.00
Win
4.50
4.80
Not rated
4.33
Not rated
4.33
Student life
5.00
Win
4.50
4.61
Not rated
2.33
Not rated
4.67
Value
5.00
Win
4.50
4.68
Not rated
4.33
Not rated
4.50
Accommodation
5.00
Win
2.50
3.78
Not rated
3.33
Not rated
4.60
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Quality teaching and environment
  • +Strong academic and career focus
  • +Dedicated professors and engaging sustainability focus
  • +Positive campus atmosphere and events
  • +Supportive faculty and student engagement
  • +International and diverse environment
  • +Supportive faculty and staff
  • +Practical learning and industry connections

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  • +Career enhancement and placement programs
  • +Engaging collaborative learning environment
  • +Adequate student workspaces

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  • +Integrated business and technology education for practical application.
  • +Small class sizes and personal lecturer/staff interaction.
  • +Strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Cons
  • -Disorganized administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources.
  • -Lack of support and engaging teaching.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are often criticized.
  • -Overcrowded classes and insufficient support services are common complaints.
  • -Unclear or excessive course requirements and grading policies.
  • -Poor instructor communication and responsiveness, leading to confusion.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and lack of practical application in coursework.

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  • -administrative & management issues
  • -unclear communication and lack of support during difficult times
  • -outdated facilities

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a major source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are frequently criticized.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from staff are recurring complaints.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners a perfect score of 5 across all assessed categories. Its strengths are exceptionally broad, encompassing facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and overall value. There are no discernible weak areas based on these ratings. The university presents a uniformly excellent picture for prospective students.

This institution excels in several key areas, with professors and student life receiving particularly strong scores. Internationality and value also stand out as notable strengths. Conversely, accommodation presents the weakest aspect of the university's offerings. Facilities and location are rated moderately, falling between the strongest and weakest points.

This institution garners high marks for its **Location**, achieving a near-perfect score. **Facilities** and **Value** also stand out with impressive ratings. **Student Life** and **Professors** are well-regarded. **Internationality** is another strong point. The **Accomodation** rating is notably lower than other aspects, indicating a potential area for improvement. Overall, the university presents a robust profile with a few standout strengths.

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The university demonstrates notable strengths in its **location** and **internationality**, both receiving high scores. Additionally, the **value** and **professors** are well-regarded. Conversely, **student life** is identified as the weakest area, with a significantly lower rating. **Facilities** and **accommodation** fall within the mid-range, indicating moderate satisfaction in these aspects.

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This institution garners exceptional ratings in several key areas. Professors and accommodation stand out with perfect scores, indicating a highly valued academic staff and excellent housing options. Student life and facilities also received near-perfect marks, suggesting a vibrant campus environment and well-equipped resources. Conversely, internationality and value represent the weaker aspects, with ratings of 4.4, suggesting potential areas for enhancement in global engagement and affordability.

Reviews summary
Highlights

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating. The sole review highlights excellent teaching and a supportive environment, contributing to a ~100% positive sentiment.

With an average rating of 4.33/5, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~67%). Students praise dedicated professors and impactful sustainability initiatives. Some suggest improvements to dining facilities and lecture duration.

Students highly praise KLU, rating it 4.8/5 based on 41 reviews. Key themes include its diverse and international environment, strong alumni network, and ample academic and professional development opportunities. No negative feedback was recorded.

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With an average rating of 3.33/5, ~67% of reviews are positive, highlighting strong career enhancement, placement programs, and fulfilling collaborative workspaces. ~33% of feedback notes challenges with online learning and a perceived loss of university spirit due to COVID-19.

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All 6 reviews are highly positive, with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Students highlight the strong focus on technology and entrepreneurship, practical learning, and a welcoming atmosphere. No negative feedback was reported.

Rating distribution
5★
100%
67%
83%
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100%
4★
0%
0%
15%
0%
67%
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3★
0%
33%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
33%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
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Second Chance

My experience at KLU has truly been life-changing. This university has given me a second chance and opened the door to a completely new life filled with opportunities. From the very beginning, it has felt like a second home. What makes KLU so special is the people. Every single person here is supportive and genuinely willing to help. The professors are not only highly qualified and professional, but also approachable and always ready to guide you in any academic or professional matter. I have never been in a place like this before. The strong connection with industry, the quality of events, and the incredible network of classmates and alumni create the perfect environment for both personal and professional growth. I will always be grateful to KLU for everything I have experienced here.

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Overall pretty good university... campus life is bit boring though.

The first semesters at HCU started pretty well and entertaining. Studying and working together with a lot of different people was fulfilling. The workspaces for students were quite decent and good enough to have a great time together. The current situation due to COVID has changed the spirit of the university. It doesn't feel like a place to feel comfortable. The university is engaged to offer online courses, which are good for some students but I need a professor to talk to in real life, I need other students to debate with. Hope this will change soon.

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Best Varsity

This was the best Varsity ever. The professionalism is on the high level. I have no dislikes and I highly recommend it to people who are struggling with focus. It's takes special students with disabilities.

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