London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs University of Warwick vs University of Essex vs Teesside University vs Stirling Management School

Side-by-side comparison from 639 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Le Cordon Bleu Paris (4.70)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 1/7 categories
University of Warwick: wins 0/7 categories
University of Essex: wins 0/7 categories
Teesside University: wins 0/7 categories
Stirling Management School: wins 4/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 1/7 categories
Harper Adams University: wins 1/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Coventry, The United Kingdom
4.40
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194 reviews
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Best programme: Economics
Colchester, The United Kingdom
4.20
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63 reviews
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Best programme: Marketing and Management
Middlesbrough, The United Kingdom
4.40
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47 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
Stirling, The United Kingdom
4.30
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3 reviews
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Best programme: Business Law
4.70
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Newport, The United Kingdom
4.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Agricultural Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.38
4.34
4.47
5.00
Win
4.56
2.00
Location
4.78
3.79
3.82
4.09
5.00
Win
4.78
4.00
Professors
4.26
4.34
4.16
4.26
4.33
4.67
Win
4.00
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.49
4.33
4.30
4.67
4.67
3.00
Student life
3.63
4.29
4.08
4.15
4.67
4.00
5.00
Win
Value
4.04
4.21
4.18
4.17
4.33
Win
4.00
3.00
Accommodation
3.78
4.09
3.88
3.79
4.33
Win
3.22
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Engaging academic environment with knowledgeable, supportive faculty.
  • +Diverse extracurriculars and vibrant campus life with extensive clubs and societies.
  • +State-of-the-art facilities enhancing the learning experience.
  • +Welcoming and inclusive environment
  • +High-quality teaching from knowledgeable and approachable faculty
  • +Diverse and enriching programs and courses
  • +Accessible and supportive faculty and resources.
  • +Practical, industry-focused education and career preparation.
  • +Comprehensive facilities and diverse program offerings.
  • +Dedicated faculty and strong academic programs
  • +Beautiful campus and excellent sports facilities
  • +Wholesome university life with diverse community and resources
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
  • +Passionate & engaged lecturers
  • +Strong community and social life
  • +On-campus university events
Cons
  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of structure in academic programs.
  • -Inadequate support services and limited social opportunities.
  • -High fees with perceived low value and administrative issues.
  • -Insufficient and ineffective mental health support is a major concern.
  • -Theoretical studies disconnect from real-world applications hinder learning.
  • -Depressing campus environment and poor student life contribute to misery.
  • -Poor transport links and inconvenient location.
  • -Unhelpful and unsupportive teaching staff regarding assignments.
  • -Unfair and unclear feedback on academic work.
  • -Lack of lecturer and student support
  • -Outdated educational facilities and poor subject knowledge from professors
  • -Safety concerns regarding crime in the area
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning experiences.
  • -Ineffective teaching and lack of student support frustrate many.
  • -Poor administration and communication create unnecessary difficulties.
  • -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 & management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources are common complaints.
  • -Lack of support and unclear communication lead to dissatisfaction.
Rating summary
What students say

Perceived strengths of this institution lie significantly in its **Location** and **Internationality**, both receiving top marks. Conversely, **Student Life** emerges as the area with the lowest reported satisfaction. Ratings for Facilities, Professors, Accomodation, and Value fall within a moderate to good range, indicating generally positive feedback across these aspects.

This university garners impressive scores in several key areas, notably excelling in **Internationality** with a rating of 4.49 and **Facilities** at 4.38. Professors also receive strong marks (4.34). The lowest rated aspect is **Location**, coming in at 3.79. Overall, student life (4.29), accommodation (4.09), and value (4.21) are all well-regarded, indicating a generally positive experience for students.

This university garners excellent feedback in several key areas, with **Facilities** and **Internationality** standing out with the highest ratings. **Student Life** and **Value** also receive strong scores. Areas for potential improvement include **Location** and **Accomodation**, which, while still respectable, are rated lower than other aspects. The **Professors** also earned a solid, positive rating.

This institution receives particularly high marks for its **facilities**, achieving a score of 4.47. Internationality is also a strong point at 4.30, with professors rated well at 4.26. Student life, value, and location also score favorably between 4.09 and 4.17. The area with the lowest rating is **accommodation**, standing at 3.79.

This institution receives exceptionally high marks for its facilities and location, both scoring a perfect 5. Student life and internationality are also very strong, each rated at 4.67. Professors, accommodation, and value for money are consistently rated well, all around 4.33. The university demonstrates a well-rounded offering with its strongest areas being tangible resources and its welcoming global environment.

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 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.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Most reviews (~74%) are positive, praising academic reputation, expert faculty, and excellent resources. A small percentage (~3.4%) express dissatisfaction with lecturing quality, course structure, or career services.

With an average rating of 4.38/5, ~94% of reviews are positive. Students highlight knowledgeable lecturers, excellent facilities, and a strong work-play balance with numerous clubs. A small percentage of negative feedback mentioned theoretical studies and mental health support concerns.

University of Essex reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~90%), highlighting a welcoming environment and quality teaching. A small fraction (~1.6%) of feedback expressed dissatisfaction with location and academic support.

~96% of reviews are positive, highlighting strong support, excellent facilities, and practical, career-focused education. A small percentage of feedback expresses dissatisfaction with lecturer knowledge and student support.

With a ~100% positive rating averaging 4.33/5, student feedback highlights dedicated faculty and a stunning campus with excellent facilities. Some mention a focus on self-learning at the Master's level, which may differ from prior experiences.

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 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.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
44%
38%
57%
33%
67%
0%
4★
44%
50%
52%
32%
67%
33%
100%
3★
19%
5%
8%
6%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
2%
4%
0%
0%
0%
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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.

Equipped Laboratory

The University's laboratory is equipped with all the essential resources for effective learning and practical training. I have been fortunate to work with equipment that I was not previously familiar with and have received exceptional supervision on utilizing and managing these tools. This experience has been pivotal in advancing my professional development, and I am confident that I will be well-equipped to enter the workforce upon completing my studies.

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Excellent study place

The approachable teachers and the facilities are top-notch. The majority of my studies were during COVID-19 so student life can't be assessed. Accommodations in Middlebrough are cheap and very affordable when compared to other places and other universities. The course modules were very helpful except for 3D interactive visualization which I really don't think is applicable as a data scientist and can be replaced with SQL instead.

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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.

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