Edinburgh Napier University vs Qassim University vs King Abdulaziz University - KAU vs Effat University vs Dar Al Hekma University

Side-by-side comparison from 79 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: King Abdulaziz University - KAU (4.80)
Edinburgh Napier University: wins 1/7 categories
Qassim University: wins 0/7 categories
King Abdulaziz University - KAU: wins 6/7 categories
Effat University: wins 0/7 categories
Dar Al Hekma University: wins 0/7 categories
Jeddah International College - JIC: wins 0/7 categories
Batterjee Medical College - BMC: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Edinburgh, The United Kingdom
4.10
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47 reviews
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Best programme: Business Management
Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
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4.80
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Bachelor of Commerce and Media (PR)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
4.10
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28 reviews
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Best programme: Architecture
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.31
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4.25
3.96
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Location
4.18
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4.50
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3.29
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Professors
4.18
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4.75
Win
4.25
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Internationality
4.15
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4.25
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4.00
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Student life
4.18
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4.75
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4.00
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Value
4.03
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4.25
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4.00
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Accommodation
3.67
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4.00
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3.92
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Industry-focused curriculum with practical skills
  • +Supportive and approachable faculty
  • +Well-structured programs and learning environment

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  • +Strong academic programs and qualified faculty
  • +Access to resources, practical applications, and research opportunities
  • +Supportive teaching staff and good communication channels
  • +Supportive and passionate professors
  • +Valuable app for engagement and point tracking
  • +Strong sense of community and personal development

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Cons
  • -Unapproachable and neglectful lecturers.
  • -Administrative and management issues.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources are a problem.
  • -Course content and teaching quality are often disappointing.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources negatively impact the learning environment.
  • -The academic rigor, while sometimes appreciated, is often perceived as unnecessarily difficult.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution achieves strong scores in several key areas, notably in **Facilities**, which stands out with the highest rating. Student life and location also received commendations, alongside professors and internationality, all scoring above 4.0. The weakest area highlighted is **Accommodation**, receiving the lowest rating among the surveyed categories. Overall, the university presents a generally positive picture, with room for improvement in its housing provisions.

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This institution demonstrates exceptional strength in its **Professors** and **Student Life**, both receiving a high score of 4.75. Areas like **Location** also performed very well at 4.5. While still strong, **Accomodation** is the comparatively lowest-rated category at 4.0, suggesting potential for improvement in this specific aspect. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded and positively reviewed environment.

Overall, the university garners positive feedback, with professors and student life/internationality achieving the highest scores. Location stands out as the weakest area, receiving a comparatively lower rating. Facilities and accommodation also performed well, indicating a generally satisfactory student experience. The value for money is rated favorably, suggesting a good return on investment for attendees.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

~98% of 47 reviews are positive, highlighting supportive lecturers, practical and career-focused courses, and a well-structured learning environment. One negative review mentioned unapproachable lecturers.

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All four reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.75/5. Students highlight academic excellence, qualified faculty, and comprehensive programs. No negative feedback was reported.

Most students praise supportive professors and good teaching quality (~74% positive reviews). Some mention useful university apps and community. A small percentage report minor issues with faculty or student interactions.

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Rating distribution
5★
32%
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75%
43%
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4★
55%
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25%
29%
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3★
11%
0%
0%
25%
0%
0%
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2★
0%
0%
0%
4%
0%
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1★
2%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
Undergraduate Law

This university is welcoming and continually helpful by staff and pupils. I would recommend this university to new students. The law degree I am currently studying is exactly what I expected and is also very enjoyable.

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Has Potential

Effat University is well known in KSA and it has great potential. It’s had a huge name in Saudi Arabia during its prime, it was among the top best. The campus is beautiful and the university is well equipped with facilities such as a swimming pool, a gymnasium, sports courts and more. However, it is not always well kept. The older buildings also need proper maintenance but the new building are great, they’ve managed to keep them clean and the infrastructure is beautiful. Students have a wide range of eating choices on campus, there’s Starbucks, Paul’s and La Crêperie to name a few. As for the teaching: many of the professors are very passionate about their subjects which in turn shows in their classes. Moreover, The classes are small and intimate which makes for a good environment for imparting knowledge. I think an area that needs a lot of improvement is the registration department. The staff can be friendlier and they can be more organized as well. As I’m on the precipice of graduation, in retrospect it was a memorable and exciting 4 years spent. I made good memories and good friends along the way. The university has a long way to go towards improving, but overall it’s great!

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