London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs Robert Gordon University - RGU vs University of Stirling vs University of Lincoln vs Bede's Summer School

Side-by-side comparison from 541 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 2/7 categories
Robert Gordon University - RGU: wins 1/7 categories
University of Stirling: wins 0/7 categories
University of Lincoln: wins 0/7 categories
Bede's Summer School: wins 0/7 categories
University of Bath: wins 2/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Aberdeen, The United Kingdom
4.50
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34 reviews
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Best programme: Digital Marketing
Stirling, The United Kingdom
4.10
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57 reviews
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Best programme: Business and Management
Lincoln, The United Kingdom
4.10
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45 reviews
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Best programme: Drama and Performance
Eastbourne, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Bath, The United Kingdom
4.50
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74 reviews
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Best programme: Psychology
4.70
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9 reviews
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.53
4.31
4.08
Not rated
4.37
4.56
Win
Location
4.78
Win
4.06
4.16
4.22
Not rated
4.38
4.78
Professors
4.26
4.51
4.07
4.25
Not rated
4.27
4.67
Win
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.51
4.61
4.18
Not rated
4.42
4.67
Student life
3.63
4.04
4.16
4.16
Not rated
4.24
Win
4.00
Value
4.04
4.44
Win
4.02
4.00
Not rated
4.20
4.00
Accommodation
3.78
3.97
3.78
3.86
Not rated
4.26
Win
3.22
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Experienced and supportive staff
  • +Practical projects and relevant industry knowledge
  • +Friendly and inclusive campus environment
  • +Beautiful campus and natural surroundings
  • +Supportive faculty and quality academic programs
  • +Strong sense of community and opportunities for friendship
  • +Engaging and supportive faculty.
  • +Rewarding learning experience and skill development.
  • +Positive and inclusive university atmosphere.

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  • +Beautiful city and campus setting
  • +Strong academics and supportive tutors
  • +Excellent employability and placement opportunities
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
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.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and unhelpful staff cause frustration.
  • -Lack of career support and irrelevant coursework hinder future prospects.
  • -Courses heavily advertise future programs and have poor assessment design.
  • -Little opportunity for practical experience or placements is provided.
  • -The curriculum lacks practical application and sufficient assessment of material.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant concern.
  • -Facilities and resources appear to be outdated or insufficient.
  • -Inconsistent quality of teaching and support exists between different student groups.

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  • -Poor lecturer engagement and lack of student support.
  • -Inadequate resources for exam preparation and general learning.
  • -Dismissive attitude from staff when students seek help.
  • -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.
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 institution garners excellent feedback in several key areas. Facilities and Internationality stand out with the highest scores. Professors and Value also receive strong ratings. Student Life and Location are well-regarded, though not as high as the leading categories. Accomodation received the lowest, yet still respectable, score.

This institution is highly regarded for its **internationality**, boasting a rating of 4.61. Other strong areas include **facilities** (4.31), **location** (4.16), and **student life** (4.16). **Professors** and **value** also received solid scores around 4.0. The **accommodations** are rated as the weakest area, with a score of 3.78.

This university is highly regarded by students, with particularly strong performance in **Professors** (4.25) and **Location** (4.218). Student life and internationality also received excellent scores. The weakest area, though still respectable, is **Accomodation** (3.86). Overall, the university demonstrates a solid reputation across key aspects of the student experience.

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This institution receives consistently positive feedback across key areas. Internationality stands out as the strongest category, followed closely by facilities and location. Student life, accommodation, and professor quality also score well, indicating a well-rounded experience. The value for money, while still good, is the lowest-rated aspect among the surveyed metrics.

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.

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 a high average rating of 4.49/5, approximately 91% of 35 reviews are positive. Students frequently praise supportive and experienced staff, engaging courses, and helpful facilities. No negative feedback was recorded.

Around 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting the beautiful campus and supportive environment. A small portion of feedback (~3.5%) expresses concerns about course structure and assessment methods.

With a 4.09 average rating from 45 reviews, ~80% of feedback is positive, highlighting rewarding experiences, helpful lecturers, and a positive atmosphere. A small ~4% of reviews expressed dissatisfaction.

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University of Bath reviews show strong satisfaction, with ~98.6% positive feedback. Students praise the attractive city location, competitive courses, excellent teaching, and good sports facilities. A small percentage noted issues with lecturer support and engagement.

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.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
59%
39%
38%
0%
51%
67%
4★
44%
35%
40%
42%
0%
46%
33%
3★
19%
9%
19%
16%
0%
1%
0%
2★
2%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
2%
4%
0%
1%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
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.

General Academic review

My experience as Robert Gordon was quite stress free and insightful.I received lots of coaching and mentorship from Lecturers and senior colleagues ,all the materials I needed to make a headway were available to me ,my lecturers were very friendly and open to any form of guidance and academic assistance needed at any point in time.I am really grateful for my choice of school and all the support I received from Robert Gordon.

Affordable accommodation

In my first year at the university, I stayed in Polwarth House; the lowest-priced accommodation building available, at £88 per week. I shared a thin hallway, one bathroom and an extra shower room, and a small kitchen with three other students. There was no common room, although the kitchen was enough for all of us to comfortably hang out in. The bedroom was spacious; containing a 3/4 bed and a desk that stretched from the medium-sized wardrobe to the wall. There were more than enough plug sockets, and plenty of space to fit my drying rack and guitar. The sink area was small, but I could always use the one in the shared bathroom if I needed a bigger area. Compared with other similarly-priced accommodations' bedrooms, I feel like I got my money's worth out of it. Everyone in the building was very sociable and friendly, and it was easy to get to my friends' flats from my own. Most of my close friendships were made at flat parties in Polwarth. It is worth saying that it can get pretty noisy on the weekends - and the noise can carry - but any issues can be sorted out by phoning campus security. I found that a good pair of noise-cancelling earbuds was enough. If you are a student looking to save money, and don't mind the occasional party above you, I can't recommend Polwarth enough.

Learning At Lincoln University

The University of Lincoln can be likened to a home of everyone. The diversity of students in the school gives a global experience within the small community and so you do not have to travel far and wide when you have the world around you. Studying at Lincoln exposes one to not just academic approach of life but also a rich blend of multicultural and global context of life. If you want to experience the world, come to the University of Lincoln.

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Science major

The Chemistry and Biology program at the University of Bath is exceptional for students who enjoy hands-on learning. Weekly lab sessions are a highlight, allowing us to apply theoretical concepts in a practical environment. The facilities are state-of-the-art, and the support from PhD demonstrators during lab sessions is invaluable. The interdisciplinary approach of combining chemistry with biology opens up diverse career paths in research, healthcare, and industry. The tutorials are small and interactive, fostering a supportive learning environment where complex topics are broken down effectively. However, the workload can be intense, especially during exam periods, requiring strong time management skills. The placement year is another major advantage, offering industry exposure that enhances career prospects.

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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