London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs The Open University - OU vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs University of Bedfordshire - UOB vs The Open University Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 437 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: The Open University Business School (4.90)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 2/7 categories
The Open University - OU: wins 0/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
University of Bedfordshire - UOB: wins 2/7 categories
The Open University Business School: wins 1/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 2/7 categories
Aster Training: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Milton Keynes, The United Kingdom
4.40
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66 reviews
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Best programme: Business and Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Milton Keynes, The United Kingdom
4.40
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27 reviews
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Best programme: English Language and Literature
Milton Keynes, The United Kingdom
4.90
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7 reviews
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Best programme: Business Management
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Milton Keynes, The United Kingdom
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
3.84
4.00
4.47
3.40
4.50
Win
Not rated
Location
4.78
Win
4.33
3.57
4.68
4.33
4.75
Not rated
Professors
4.26
4.25
4.00
4.54
4.43
4.63
Win
Not rated
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.38
4.14
4.39
4.29
4.63
Not rated
Student life
3.63
3.81
3.71
4.33
Win
2.60
3.88
Not rated
Value
4.04
4.46
4.00
4.56
4.57
Win
4.13
Not rated
Accommodation
3.78
3.14
3.50
4.13
Win
3.25
3.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Flexible study options for busy lifestyles.
  • +High-quality teaching and supportive tutors.
  • +Wide course selection and progression opportunities.
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere with friendly people and supportive teachers
  • +High-quality teaching from expert, accommodating, and understanding lecturers
  • +Good resources and technological edge facilitating learning
  • +Flexible distance learning accommodating work and family life.
  • +Supportive tutors and well-structured, easy-to-grasp modules.
  • +Ability to control study pace and module load.
  • +Exceptional chef instructors and curriculum quality.
  • +Strong emphasis on skill development and practical experience.
  • +Valuable international reputation and alumni network.

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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.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor upkeep are common complaints.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and unresponsiveness are problematic.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent complaint.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources detract from the learning experience.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from staff are major concerns.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment.
  • -Poor communication and administrative support.
  • -Lack of practical application and relevance in coursework.

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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.

Overall, this institution garners strong approval, particularly excelling in **Internationality** (4.375), **Value** (4.458), and **Location** (4.333). **Professors** also receive a commendable score of 4.25. The primary area needing improvement is **Accomodation**, with a significantly lower rating of 3.14, while **Student Life** (3.809) and **Facilities** (3.835) fall in the mid-range.

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.

Remarkable strengths are evident in this university's **Location**, boasting the highest rating. **Value** and **Professors** also received exceptionally high marks. Areas with the lowest scores, though still generally positive, are **Accomodation** and **Facilities**. The university shows a solid performance in **Student Life** and **Internationality**, contributing to a well-rounded profile.

Across key metrics, this university shows a varied performance. Its strongest areas are Value, with a rating of 4.57, and Professors, at 4.43. Location and Internationality also score highly. Conversely, Student Life receives the lowest marks at 2.6, with Facilities and Accomodation also in the lower half of ratings.

Performance varies across key aspects of university life. Outstanding ratings were awarded for Location (4.75) and Professors (4.625), alongside strong marks for Internationality (4.625) and Facilities (4.5). Student Life (3.875) and Value (4.125) received good scores. Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.

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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 4.41/5 from 66 reviews, ~93% are positive. Students praise the flexibility, choice of courses, and helpful resources, particularly for those working. No negative reviews were provided.

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.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~89%) with an average rating of 4.37/5. Students frequently praise inclusive and welcoming atmospheres, expert and supportive faculty, and helpful resources like the library. No negative reviews were recorded.

Reviews are highly positive (100%), with students praising the flexibility of distance learning for balancing work and family life. The supportive tutors and well-structured modules are recurring themes.

All eight student reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.63/5. Students highly praise the knowledgeable instructors, quality curriculum, and enriching learning experience.

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Rating distribution
5★
34%
47%
43%
48%
86%
63%
0%
4★
44%
47%
29%
41%
14%
38%
0%
3★
19%
6%
14%
11%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
14%
0%
0%
0%
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.

Library Science

this university suits you who wants or need to get a job before finishing your degree. what i like about this uni is they have this option to do learn without coming to campus. what i hate is their system is developing slowly through the era. I wish i was enrolled 2 years prior, but their online system at that time wasn't today's good. I would recommend this learning center to those who wants to pursue their degree a little late like me.

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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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