Technical University of Dortmund - TU Dortmund vs New York College European and American Education - NYC vs TU Dresden vs Varsity College vs Middlesex University Mauritius - MDX

Side-by-side comparison from 126 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Technical University of Dortmund - TU Dortmund (4.50)
Technical University of Dortmund - TU Dortmund: wins 4/7 categories
New York College European and American Education - NYC: wins 0/7 categories
TU Dresden: wins 1/7 categories
Varsity College: wins 0/7 categories
Middlesex University Mauritius - MDX : wins 2/7 categories
KUBIS AVIATION COLLEGE - KUBIS: wins 0/7 categories
Shenyang Aerospace University: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: BA International Studies
Dresden, Germany
4.10
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12 reviews
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Best programme: Architecture and Civil Engineering
Cape Town, South Africa
4.10
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48 reviews
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Best programme: Law
Best programme: Law
Category ratings
Facilities
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.34
4.22
4.04
Not rated
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Location
4.60
Not rated
4.73
4.29
4.86
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Professors
4.60
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3.98
4.00
4.54
Not rated
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Internationality
4.80
Win
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3.99
3.98
3.65
Not rated
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Student life
4.00
Not rated
4.19
Win
3.87
4.12
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Value
4.40
Win
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4.36
4.06
4.14
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Accommodation
4.00
Not rated
4.19
3.02
4.63
Win
Not rated
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive staff and international environment
  • +Modern facilities and resources
  • +Well-structured programs and helpful guidance
  • +High-quality, multicultural education
  • +Excellent, experienced professors
  • +Strong business programs
  • +Excellent academic programs and intellectual challenge
  • +Strong practical application and hands-on learning
  • +Supportive environment and vibrant campus life
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Practical, industry-relevant education and career focus
  • +Small class sizes and personalized attention
  • +Relevant, updated curriculum and strong academic quality
  • +International recognition and value of degrees
  • +Cultivating research, innovation, and exposure to diverse perspectives

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Cons
  • -Administrative & management issues disrupt operations and student support.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of clear communication and transparency causes confusion and frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern amenities frustrate students.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and poor communication cause significant problems.
  • -Overcrowded classrooms and a lack of individual attention detract from the learning experience.
  • -Overloaded modules and excessive study hours detract from learning time.
  • -Poor translation of lecture materials hinders understanding.
  • -Inconsistent teaching with multiple professors per module creates confusion.
  • -Poor communication and administrative issues.
  • -Disorganization and financial dishonesty.
  • -Lack of support and unprofessionalism.
  • -Administrative and management issues lead to unfairness and stress.
  • -Inconsistent and biased grading practices are a major concern.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners exceptional marks for its Facilities, receiving a perfect 5. Areas of notable strength also include Internationality at 4.8 and Professors and Location, both rated 4.6. Conversely, Student Life and Accomodation are rated a respectable 4, representing the areas with the lowest scores in this assessment.

This institution presents a uniform, middling performance across all evaluated aspects. With zero ratings in categories spanning facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and value, there are no standout strengths or discernible weaknesses. The university's profile is entirely consistent, indicating an average experience in every surveyed area.

Considering various aspects of the university experience, the location stands out with an exceptional rating. Facilities and value also received high marks, indicating strengths in these areas. Student life and accommodation were rated similarly positive. While professors and internationality were rated slightly lower, they still represent solid performance. Overall, the university demonstrates a well-rounded profile with particular excellence in its surroundings and practical resources.

This institution is notably strong in its Facilities, boasting a rating of 4.22, and Location, rated at 4.29. Student Life and Internationality also received positive marks, around 3.87 and 3.98 respectively. Professors and Value are rated at a solid 4.0. The weakest area identified is Accomodation, which received the lowest rating of approximately 3.02.

Assessed across several key areas, the university demonstrates exceptional strengths in its **location**, earning a near-perfect score, and **accommodation**, which is also highly rated. Conversely, **internationality** received the lowest marks, suggesting room for improvement in global engagement. Other aspects like **professors**, **student life**, and **value** all received solid scores, reflecting a generally positive overall assessment.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

All 8 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.5/5. Students highlight rewarding academics, approachable professors, a supportive international environment, and well-equipped facilities.

With a single review, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive. The reviewer highlights the high quality of multicultural education and academic collaborations. Professors are described as excellent with practical experience.

With an average rating of 4/5 from 12 reviews, ~75% are positive, highlighting excellent programs, engaging learning, and good facilities. A small ~8% of feedback was negative, citing demanding workloads and translation issues.

~74% of reviews are positive, praising knowledgeable lecturers, good campus life, and practical education. A small portion (~10%) of negative feedback cites poor communication, disorganization, and administrative issues.

The university receives strong positive feedback, with ~94% of reviews praising its quality education, relevant curriculum, and international recognition. A small amount of negative feedback (~2%) cited unfair grading and favouritism.

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Rating distribution
5★
50%
0%
33%
58%
30%
0%
0%
4★
50%
100%
42%
15%
63%
0%
0%
3★
0%
0%
17%
17%
5%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
8%
4%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
6%
2%
0%
0%
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Lack of communication, no accountability,

I'm extremely disappointed with the service I've received from Varsity College. As a distance student, I've faced numerous challenges, including poor communication, lack of accountability, and incompetence from staff members. My issues began last year when I was a first-year student pursuing a Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practices. I experienced problems from the beginning of the year with registration, it almost felt as if there was no one there to help me, I had a student advisor, who ignored my messages and calls which left us no choice but to go to the campus itself. I later faced several other issues with a supplementary exam. It was an accounting software exam which took place on sage accounting. I was unable to write that exam because of login creditials. But prior to that I sent out several emails to varsity making it known it was a problem before the exam. I was left stranded with no help and knowing I wasn't going to be able to write that exam but I still went. I was then advised to leave the exam room due to this situation. I was scheduled to write a supplementary exam because of this issue, which I successfully completed although I noticed I was charged a fee of R550 for the exam even though that is the right amount although I couldn't understand why I was been charged for something that was the colleges problem as it was a technical issue with the resources they had provided me with, so I logged a ticket with the finance department. The person that answered to that ticket maybe took the impression that I was being rude and decided to dig through my financial background to find out there was payments outstanding, although this conversation was based on a supplementary exam but because I said what needed to be said and he/she took it upon themselves to be nosey, and notice I say he/she because no one took accountability for that email, in saying that, they didn't state there name or any other info. This year, I attempted to register for a new qualification(Bachelors in business administration in logistics and supply chain) but the process was marred by delays, false information, and a lack of communication from staff members. Everytime I got a call from these people they would tell me the problem has been escalated but we get honest people like the lady who I spoke to recently, who has been one of the most honest people I've worked with someone who helped me get as far as I am with my registration. A few weeks ago I had received the offer letter for the new qualification where I had accepted it and made a payment of R2500, which I was told by one of the managers of the registration department that once the fee has been paid, it would take varsity 5 working days to get back to me, today(18/02/2025) is the 12th day that no one has gotten back to me, I had to take the initiative to email them in order to find what's happening. The lack of accountability and communication from Varsity College staff is appalling. Many staff members seem unsure of their roles and responsibilities, and there's a clear lack of training and expertise. As a well-known institution in South Africa, I expect much better service. Unfortunately, my experience has been disastrous, and I would not recommend Varsity College to anyone. I have made these problems known to varsity college but they seriousness towards the situation is actually disgusting and what's the sad part is that I can't even change colleges because they not willing to take in consideration my first year. As much as I thought I would have the most comfortable ride on this journey with varsity college it turned out to be one of the worst nightmares. I don't wish this experience on anyone and I advice you before making your decision to join varsity college you should think twice. Many people may read this and think it's just me going through this,but it's not, there's thousands of people, that are suffering in silence.......

continued employment and career support

Middlesex University Mauritius provides an excellent British education with a focus on practical learning and skill development. The teachers are experienced, supportive, and dedicated to helping students succeed. One of the standout features of the university is their commitment to following up with graduates after school. The career services team constantly checked on me to ensure I had successfully secured employment. Sometimes the continue to provide career support. This level of care and attention to students' future success sets Middlesex University Mauritius apart and makes it a top choice for higher education.

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