London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs University of the West of Scotland - UWS vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs University of Plymouth vs Sheffield University Management School

Side-by-side comparison from 404 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Le Cordon Bleu Paris (4.70)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 0/5 categories
University of the West of Scotland - UWS: wins 0/5 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/5 categories
University of Plymouth: wins 0/5 categories
Sheffield University Management School: wins 3/5 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 0/5 categories
Plymouth Marjon University: wins 2/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Best programme: Human Resource Management
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Plymouth, The United Kingdom
4.20
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29 reviews
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Best programme: Animal Science
Sheffield, The United Kingdom
4.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Business Management
4.70
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9 reviews
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Plymouth, The United Kingdom
4.30
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3 reviews
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Best programme: Digital Media
Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.16
4.00
4.21
5.00
Win
4.56
4.33
Location
4.78
3.84
3.57
4.43
5.00
4.78
5.00
Professors
4.26
4.42
4.00
4.11
3.00
4.67
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.80
4.29
4.14
3.93
5.00
Win
4.67
4.33
Student life
3.63
3.48
3.71
4.39
5.00
Win
4.00
4.00
Value
4.04
4.10
4.00
4.11
4.00
4.00
4.67
Win
Accommodation
3.78
3.40
3.50
3.64
4.00
3.22
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Supportive, knowledgeable, and accessible faculty
  • +Engaging, innovative, and comprehensive course content
  • +Vibrant campus life and diverse student community
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +Engaging and supportive lecturers with real-world expertise
  • +Modern, well-equipped facilities and strong academic programs
  • +Vibrant city location and convenient student amenities
  • +Inclusive and diverse student life opportunities.
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
  • +Supportive and approachable staff and lecturers
  • +Strong emphasis on practical learning and career preparation
  • +Personalized attention due to small class sizes and a close-knit community
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.
  • -Lack of academic and administrative support.
  • -Ineffective teaching and unclear assignment guidance.
  • -Insufficient time for major projects.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative & management issues are a common source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently criticized.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a significant complaint.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is a common complaint.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of career support and industry relevance leads to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning.
  • -Lack of communication and transparency from leadership is a recurring problem.
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.

Demonstrating robust strengths in key areas, this university excels with particularly high marks for its professors and internationality. Facilities and value are also well-regarded. Conversely, student life and accommodation present as areas for potential improvement, receiving the lowest scores. Location also shows room for enhancement.

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.

Overall, the university garners solid reviews. Its **location** is particularly lauded, receiving the highest score. **Student life** and **facilities** also rate highly, indicating a vibrant and well-equipped campus environment. Conversely, **accommodation** stands out as the weakest area, suggesting room for improvement in student housing. Ratings for professors, internationality, and value fall within the good to very good range.

This institution earns top marks in several key areas, notably its **Facilities**, **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality**, all receiving a perfect 5 out of 5. Its **Accomodation** and **Value** also score well, with 4 out of 5. The weakest area appears to be **Professors**, rated at 3 out of 5, suggesting this might be an opportunity for improvement.

This institution receives high marks for its Location, scoring 4.78, and for its Professors and Internationality, both at 4.67. Facilities also rate well at 4.56. Student Life and Value are both solid at 4.00. The weakest area is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.22.

With top marks in **Professors** and **Location**, this institution shines. **Facilities** and **Internationality** also received strong scores. **Student Life** and **Accomodation** earned solid, albeit lower, ratings. The primary area for potential improvement seems to be the facilities, which, while good, are not as outstanding as other aspects.

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.

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting valuable courses, supportive faculty, and a lively student environment. A single negative review mentioned a lack of course support and unhelpful lecturers.

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.

~83% of 29 reviews are positive (4-5 stars). Students praise the university's location, modern facilities, and supportive staff. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 4/5, feedback highlights inclusivity and a wide variety of societies. This single review found the university impressive and innovative.

All 9 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students highlight exceptional teaching quality and knowledgeable instructors, along with impeccable facilities. The curriculum and emphasis on precision are frequently praised.

Students praise Marjon University for its strong support systems and approachable, supportive lecturers (~100%). They highlight a close-knit community feel with personalized attention and modern facilities. Practical learning and great sports amenities are also appreciated.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
39%
43%
38%
0%
67%
33%
4★
44%
36%
29%
41%
100%
33%
67%
3★
19%
21%
14%
21%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
14%
0%
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.

More programme coordination

The lecturers in my programme are quite helpful. Would recommend they infuse some kind of practice or practicality into the program. A little bit of programme coordination, and more interaction with peers should be incorporated.

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Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

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