London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs University of York vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Brighton School of Business and Management vs Staffordshire Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 405 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Staffordshire Business School (4.60)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 2/7 categories
University of York: wins 2/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Brighton School of Business and Management: wins 0/7 categories
Staffordshire Business School: wins 3/7 categories
Stanmore School Of Business - SSB: wins 0/7 categories
Institute of Risk Management: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
York, The United Kingdom
4.30
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68 reviews
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Best programme: Business and Management
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Best programme: Accounting
Stoke-on-Trent, The United Kingdom
4.60
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5 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
London, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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London, The United Kingdom
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.35
4.00
3.00
4.60
Win
Not rated
Not rated
Location
4.78
Win
4.46
3.57
3.00
4.20
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
4.26
4.25
4.00
3.00
4.40
Win
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.10
4.14
3.00
4.40
Not rated
Not rated
Student life
3.63
4.34
3.71
3.00
4.60
Win
Not rated
Not rated
Value
4.04
4.04
Win
4.00
3.00
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Accommodation
3.78
4.01
Win
3.50
3.50
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Supportive and engaging teaching from knowledgeable instructors
  • +Welcoming community and vibrant campus life
  • +Engaging and well-structured academic programmes
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +Supportive and engaging learning environment with passionate lecturers
  • +Diverse and multicultural community fostering inclusivity
  • +Well-integrated and relevant course content
  • +Excellent student support and friendly staff
  • +Convenient location and good facilities
  • +Engaging and practical learning experiences

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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.
  • -Poor organization and management issues
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful staff
  • -Subpar course quality and delivery
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative and communication issues are prevalent.
  • -Lack of accreditation and recognition of courses cause problems.
  • -Unofficial transcripts and lost time/money are major concerns.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities are a significant drawback.
  • -The curriculum lacks relevance and practical application.

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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.

This institution receives excellent marks, with **Location** standing out as the highest-rated aspect at 4.46. **Facilities** and **Student Life** are also strong contributors, both scoring above 4.3. The **weakest areas** are **Accomodation**, **Value**, and **Internationality**, which all hover around the 4.0 mark, indicating room for improvement in these specific domains.

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.

This institution presents a consistent profile across most metrics. Its strongest area appears to be accommodation, receiving a solid 3.5 rating. Conversely, facilities, professors, location, student life, and internationality are all rated a respectable 3. The university also scores a 3 for overall value, indicating a balanced but not outstanding performance in these key aspects.

This institution garners excellent marks for its facilities and student life, both scoring a high 4.6. Professors and internationality also receive positive ratings at 4.4. Location is rated at 4.2, while accommodation and overall value stand at 4. The university's weakest areas appear to be accommodation and value, though they still maintain a respectable rating.

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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.

The University of York receives largely positive feedback (~97%) from ~68 reviews, with an average rating of 4.28/5. Students praise engaging courses, knowledgeable instructors, and welcoming campus life. A small percentage of negative reviews cite disorganization and poor staff responsiveness.

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.

With a 3.67/5 average, ~67% of reviews are positive, praising a supportive learning environment, diverse community, and well-equipped facilities. ~33% of reviews express dissatisfaction, citing procedural issues and unrecognized qualifications.

Students highly recommend this university, citing great support, good location near the train station, and excellent facilities like the sports center and student union. The learning environment and teaching methods are also frequently praised. No negative feedback was recorded.

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Rating distribution
5★
34%
44%
43%
67%
60%
0%
0%
4★
44%
44%
29%
0%
40%
0%
0%
3★
19%
9%
14%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
1%
14%
33%
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.

Law LLB

York Law School offers a very unique course which contrasts that to every in the country. The experience I have gathered from having interviews and negotiations as an active part of my course is particularly notable. Moreover, the study space is new and well-furnished. It is comfortable and perfect for get togethers with other students.

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