University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski vs The University of Newcastle vs Maseno University vs The Kisumu National Polytechnic - TKNP vs Great Lakes University of Kisumu - GLUK

Side-by-side comparison from 107 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
University of Plovdiv Paisii Hilendarski: wins 0/5 categories
The University of Newcastle: wins 2/5 categories
Maseno University: wins 2/5 categories
The Kisumu National Polytechnic - TKNP: wins 1/5 categories
Great Lakes University of Kisumu - GLUK: wins 0/5 categories
Maasai Mara University: wins 0/5 categories
Tom Mboya University: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: English Philology
Best programme: Applied Social Science
kisumu, Kenya
4.50
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86 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: 3D Design
Best programme: Applied Statistics
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Category ratings
Facilities
2.75
4.25
Win
4.14
4.00
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3.88
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Location
3.25
4.00
4.31
4.50
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4.50
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Professors
3.25
5.00
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4.49
4.00
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4.25
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Internationality
3.00
3.75
3.97
4.50
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3.63
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Student life
3.25
3.50
4.21
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4.00
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3.75
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Value
3.75
4.25
4.53
Win
4.50
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4.38
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Accommodation
2.50
3.50
3.98
4.00
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4.00
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality education and practical skills
  • +Outstanding and supportive teaching staff
  • +Engaging and relevant program content
  • +Excellent teaching and lecturer support
  • +Abundant and practical facilities
  • +Opportunities for valuable student experiences
  • +Strong academic environment and practical learning focus
  • +Supportive atmosphere with approachable, passionate instructors
  • +Well-structured programmes with engaging teaching methods
  • +Practical, hands-on learning and career-oriented education
  • +Dedicated lecturers and supportive learning environment
  • +Development of essential soft skills and overall personal growth

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  • +Dedicated and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Holistic learning and diverse activities
  • +Quality education and modern facilities

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Cons
  • -Poor administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Facilities are frequently described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are perceived as irrelevant and uninspiring.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a significant concern.
  • -Communication breakdowns and a lack of transparency are frequently cited.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning.
  • -Limited communication and transparency from the institution.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance.
  • -Inconsistent and unfair grading policies.
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful administrative support.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor teaching quality and unengaging course content are common complaints.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its value for money, with a rating of 3.75. Professors, location, and student life also received solid marks of 3.25. Conversely, the facilities and accommodation areas present areas for improvement, scoring 2.75 and 2.5 respectively. Internationality is rated at a moderate 3.

Professors receive a perfect score, marking the university's strongest attribute. Areas needing improvement include Student Life and Accomodation, both scoring 3.5. Facilities and Value are also highly regarded, achieving 4.25. Internationality scores a respectable 3.75, while Location is rated at 4. Overall, the institution demonstrates strengths in academic and practical offerings, with student experience aspects indicating room for enhancement.

Overall, this university garners strong feedback, particularly excelling in the value of education, with a rating of 4.53. Professors also receive high marks at 4.49, alongside a positive student life experience at 4.21. The weakest areas appear to be accommodation and internationality, both scoring just under 4.0. Facilities and location also received solid, though not outstanding, scores.

This institution garners consistently high marks, with its **location** and **internationality** standing out as its strongest attributes at 4.5. Its **value for money** also received a top score of 4.5. Other aspects, including **facilities**, **professors**, **student life**, and **accommodation**, are all rated a solid 4, indicating a well-rounded and positive university experience across the board.

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The university demonstrates considerable strengths in its **Location** (4.5) and **Value** (4.375), alongside an impressive score for **Professors** (4.25). **Student Life** and **Accomodation** also received favorable marks. The **Internationality** aspect, however, registers as the lowest rated area at 3.625, with **Facilities** also performing slightly below average at 3.875.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4/5 average rating, ~100% of reviews are positive. Students highlight high-quality education, qualified professors, and strong programs. Some mention a few irrelevant courses and bureaucratic challenges.

With an average rating of 4.25/5 from 4 reviews, ~75% of feedback is positive. Students highlight ample resources, professional and flexible teaching, good facilities, and supportive staff. There are no negative reviews.

With ~93% of 86 reviews being positive, students praise the university's supportive atmosphere, practical learning, and well-structured programs. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 4.5/5, these 2 reviews are entirely positive. Students highlight excellent communication, teamwork, dedication, love for education, and the quality of courses and lecturers. Practical learning and supportive lecturers preparing students for real-world situations are also praised.

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With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~88% of reviewers are positive. Students commend dedicated lecturers, quality education, and a holistic learning environment. No negative feedback was provided.

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Rating distribution
5★
29%
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50%
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63%
0%
4★
43%
25%
31%
50%
0%
25%
0%
3★
29%
25%
8%
0%
0%
13%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Nice place to be

I enjoyed learning at the university. The lectures were nice and students were nice to everyone, I found it easier to interact with everyone at school. However, life was tough in general due to lack of enough funds to support my student upkeep. But I recommend the school to anyone

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