University of British Columbia vs SkyQuest Aviation Ltd - SQA vs Lighthouse Labs vs Canadian Tourism College - CTC vs Langara College

Side-by-side comparison from 196 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
University of British Columbia: wins 4/7 categories
SkyQuest Aviation Ltd - SQA: wins 0/7 categories
Lighthouse Labs: wins 0/7 categories
Canadian Tourism College - CTC: wins 0/7 categories
Langara College: wins 2/7 categories
Emily Carr University of Art and Design - ECUAD: wins 0/7 categories
LaSalle College Vancouver: wins 1/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Arts
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Best programme: Associate of Arts
Best programme: Fashion Marketing and Communication
Category ratings
Facilities
4.21
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4.17
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Location
4.46
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4.17
3.00
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Professors
4.10
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4.00
3.00
3.50
Internationality
4.34
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4.17
4.00
5.00
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Student life
4.31
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4.00
4.00
1.50
Value
4.08
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4.17
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4.00
3.50
Accommodation
3.85
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4.00
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2.00
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Challenging academics and rewarding workload
  • +Excellent faculty and practical learning opportunities
  • +Vibrant campus, abundant resources, and supportive environment

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  • +- Convenient location and accessible transit
  • +- Strong academic programs and faculty support
  • +- Affordable tuition and financial aid

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  • +Experienced faculty and supportive learning environment
  • +Modern facilities and equipment
  • +Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cons
  • -Difficulty with course selection and academic support in large classes.
  • -Inconsistent professor quality and arbitrary grading practices.
  • -Challenges finding genuine connections and disappointing social scene outside of clubs.

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  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of knowledgeable instructors.
  • -Social isolation and difficulty forming friendships.
  • -Inconvenient location with limited food options.

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  • -Administrative & management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are a significant concern.
  • -The teaching quality and course content often fall short of expectations.
Rating summary
What students say

Evaluations reveal a university excelling in several key aspects. The location garners the highest score, followed closely by internationality and student life, indicating a vibrant and globally connected environment. Professors and value also receive positive, albeit slightly lower, ratings. Conversely, accommodation presents the weakest area, suggesting room for improvement in student housing options. Facilities, while solid, are not a standout feature compared to other categories.

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This institution receives generally strong ratings, with several areas achieving a score of 4.17. Notably, **Facilities**, **Location**, **Internationality**, and **Value** are its highest-rated aspects. **Professors**, **Student Life**, and **Accomodation** are rated slightly lower but remain solid at 4.0. Overall, the university presents a consistent, positive image across these metrics.

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This institution garners particularly strong ratings in **Internationality (5)**, indicating a well-developed global presence. **Facilities** and **Location** also score highly at 4. Conversely, **Student Life** presents a significant area for improvement, rated only 1.5. **Professors**, **Accomodation**, and **Value** all sit in the mid-range, with scores of 3.5, 3, and 3.5 respectively.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Over 86% of reviews praise demanding yet rewarding academics, great study spaces, and excellent resources. A small minority (~1%) mentions course selection difficulties and the struggle to connect with people.

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Most reviews are positive (~83%), highlighting convenient location, strong support for diverse students, reasonable costs, and friendly staff. One negative review cited antisocial students and poor teaching from some instructors.

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With an average rating of 4/5 based on two reviews, feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Students highlight experienced faculty and modern facilities as key strengths. No negative feedback was recorded.

Rating distribution
5★
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Most useful review
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Underwhelming

I was there as an exchange student from Europe, attending classes at Sauder Business School and the Mechanical Engineering Department. Studying at UBC is definitely a mixed bag in terms of the quality of education. I did have a few great professors who held wonderfully challenging and well-thought-out classes, making me feel that UBC punches above its weight in terms of educational quality. However, some other lectures were undoubtedly subpar. Grading seemed quite arbitrary at times (moving goalposts seems to be a recurring theme at UBC), and the lectures were not nearly as good as they should have been, in my opinion. It is quite fair to say that other exchange students and I were often shocked that UBC allows these courses to occur annually without making efforts to improve them. At UBC as a whole, less is expected from students than at my home university. I've seen people never show up to class and hold presentations that would never fly at my home uni. Professors seems to welcome all questions even if they are about things a fourth-year engineering student just months before graduation needs to know. I am not sure if UBC ensures that its graduates are adequately educated, and would definitely think twice if I was a recruiter and had to hire someone who attented there. From what I have seen, I would tentatively recommend Sauder Business School. For Mechanical Engineering (and probably also Electrical and Civil Engineering), UBC is simply too small, offering a lack of choices and not many lectures; usually, only introductory courses are offered for most topics. I recommend attending a more engineering/science-focused university, such as Waterloo or others in the US or Europe. It is quite astonishing how much money people pay to attend these subpar classes. Enjoyed having a beach on campus.

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convenient location, small class.

The college has a strong reputation for providing quality education and has been consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in Canada. What I like about Langara College include its diverse and inclusive community, its supportive and knowledgeable faculty, and its modern facilities and technology. Additionally, the college offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and events, that allow students to get involved and make connections with others. On the other hand, some students and faculty members may dislike certain aspects of Langara College, such as the high cost of tuition, limited parking options, or crowded classrooms during peak times. However, these factors may vary depending on individual circumstances and experiences.

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