Escuela Superior de Diseño de Madrid vs University of Buea - UB vs East Stroudsburg University vs Yessenov University vs Biaka University Institute of Buea

Side-by-side comparison from 50 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Buea - UB (4.20)
Escuela Superior de Diseño de Madrid: wins 0/5 categories
University of Buea - UB: wins 1/5 categories
East Stroudsburg University: wins 3/5 categories
Yessenov University: wins 0/5 categories
Biaka University Institute of Buea: wins 1/5 categories
Edwin Clark University - ECU: wins 0/5 categories
Saint Monica University Higher Institute: wins 0/5 categories
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4.20
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Aktau, Kazakhstan
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Category ratings
Facilities
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3.72
4.00
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Location
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4.42
5.00
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5.00
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Professors
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4.22
5.00
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5.00
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Internationality
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3.78
4.50
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4.00
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Student life
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4.18
4.50
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5.00
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Value
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4.18
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4.00
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Accommodation
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3.68
4.50
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3.00
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Early specialization and practical experience in design fields
  • +Public university option for design in Madrid
  • +Practical, hands-on knowledge and preparation for the job market
  • +Excellent teaching from seasoned professors and professionals
  • +Inspiring and beautiful campus environment
  • +Diverse academic programs and specialized concentrations.
  • +Welcoming faculty and abundant student activities.
  • +Strong emphasis on inclusivity and community building.

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  • +Supportive learning environment and dedicated faculty
  • +Comprehensive curriculum with practical skill development
  • +Effective job market preparation

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and unresponsiveness from staff are common complaints.
  • -Academic program intensity and socio-political disruptions.
  • -Administrative and management issues.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of engagement and relevance in coursework is a common complaint.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of communication and unclear expectations from staff are common complaints.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution presents a consistent, though unexceptional, profile across all assessed aspects. None of the surveyed categories – facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, or value – stand out as particular strengths. Conversely, there are no areas that can be identified as significant weaknesses, with all receiving identical, neutral ratings.

Assessing the university reveals a mixed but generally positive picture. The highest marks were awarded for **Location** and **Professors**, indicating excellent campus surroundings and a strong teaching staff. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Accomodation** received the lowest scores, suggesting room for improvement in these practical aspects. Student life, internationality, and value all performed well, sitting comfortably in the upper range of the ratings.

With consistently high marks, this institution excels particularly in its **professors and location**, both receiving perfect scores. Student life, accommodation, and internationality are also very strong. The facilities and overall value are rated well, though they represent the relatively weaker aspects compared to other exceptional areas.

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This university excels in several key areas, receiving perfect scores for its professors, location, and student life. Internationality is also a strong suit, rated highly. Accommodations are rated moderately, while the facilities unfortunately received the lowest score. Overall, the university offers good value, with strengths clearly outweighing its single weakness.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

This university receives a 4/5 average rating, with 100% of feedback being positive. Students highlight it as a strong choice for those with clear design specialization goals, appreciating the early practical experience.

Around 80% of reviews praise the university's academic excellence, practical learning, and skilled lecturers. A small percentage (~4%) mention disruptions due to the socio-political crisis and issues with a lecturer.

Both reviews were positive, giving an average of 4/5 stars. Students highlighted cultural diversity, clubs, activities, and friendly faculty. One review also mentioned the biology program's variety of courses.

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With a single review, the university received a 4/5 rating. This positive feedback highlighted a conducive learning environment, dedicated lecturers, and a comprehensive, practical curriculum. Negative feedback was negligible.

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Rating distribution
5★
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4★
100%
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2★
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4%
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University of Buea

A university with a unique history. It was the first English university that was established in Cameroon in the year 1992 and went operational in the year 1993. So, it is a mother university. University of Buea is described as A PLACE TO BE by many. Located at the foot of mount Cameroon, it is a prestigious university full of knowledge, skill and cultural diversity in Cameroon. In case you visit Cameroon, it will be a pleasure for you to pay a courtesy visit to the mother English university

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