London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs University of Wales Trinity Saint David vs University of West London vs London School of Commerce - LSC vs Central Saint Martins - CSM

Side-by-side comparison from 409 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Central Saint Martins - CSM (4.80)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 1/7 categories
University of Wales Trinity Saint David: wins 2/7 categories
University of West London: wins 0/7 categories
London School of Commerce - LSC: wins 0/7 categories
Central Saint Martins - CSM: wins 3/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 1/7 categories
Royal College of Art - RCA: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Carmarthen, The United Kingdom
4.30
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Best programme: International Hotel Management
London, The United Kingdom
4.40
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51 reviews
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Best programme: Artificial Intelligence
London, The United Kingdom
3.80
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Administration
London, The United Kingdom
4.80
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Graphic Design
Best programme: Culinary Arts
London, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
4.32
4.47
3.25
5.00
Win
4.56
Not rated
Location
4.78
4.58
4.48
4.75
5.00
Win
4.78
Not rated
Professors
4.26
4.52
4.48
3.25
4.00
4.67
Win
Not rated
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.39
4.49
3.50
4.50
4.67
Not rated
Student life
3.63
4.18
4.25
3.75
4.67
Win
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.04
4.38
Win
4.35
2.75
4.00
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.79
4.10
Win
3.93
2.00
4.00
3.22
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Marketable courses and high academic standards
  • +Excellent, expert faculty with industry experience
  • +Supportive, respectful, and flexible learning environment
  • +Supportive teaching and individual attention
  • +Practical and applied learning opportunities
  • +Friendly and supportive environment
  • +Industry connections and career opportunities
  • +Engaging and relevant curriculum
  • +Supportive staff and positive campus environment
  • +Accessible resources and supportive faculty
  • +Engaging learning environment and quality instruction
  • +Opportunities for exposure and growth
  • +Excellent facilities and workshop opportunities
  • +Supportive services and challenging academic briefs
  • +Diverse and enriching program options fostering creativity
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network

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Cons
  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of structure in programs.
  • -High fees are not justified by the quality of education and support.
  • -Limited social life and inadequate student support services.
  • -Primarily online delivery and poor career support.
  • -Administrative and management issues create frequent problems.
  • -Facilities are outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Course content is irrelevant or outdated.
  • -Administrative and communication issues cause stress.
  • -Lack of support is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a common complaint.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from faculty and staff are significant problems.
  • -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.

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Rating summary
What students say

With a strong emphasis on **Internationality** (4.80) and **Location** (4.78), this institution presents a globally connected and well-situated environment. Professors also receive high marks (4.26). Conversely, **Student Life** (3.63) and **Accommodations** (3.79) are the areas with the lowest reported satisfaction, suggesting room for improvement in campus vibrancy and living arrangements.

This university receives commendations across several key areas. Notably, **Location** and **Professors** stand out with the highest scores. **Student Life** and **Accomodation** received slightly lower, though still respectable, ratings, representing the weakest aspects of the assessment. The university demonstrates a good balance with solid marks in Facilities, Internationality, and Value.

This university demonstrates strong performance in several key areas, with exceptionally high marks for Internationality (4.49) and Professors (4.48). Facilities and Location also received very favorable scores. Student Life and Value are well-regarded, though Accomodation presents as the weakest area with a rating of 3.93.

This institution shines brightest in its location, receiving a near-perfect score. Student life and internationality are also areas of moderate strength. Conversely, accommodation stands out as a significant weakness, along with the perceived value of the education. Ratings for facilities and professors are average.

This institution garners exceptional ratings for its Facilities and Location, both scoring a perfect five. Student Life and Internationality also stand out with strong scores of 4.67 and 4.5, respectively. While Professors, Accommodations, and Value receive solid ratings of 4, these represent the areas with the most room for improvement compared to the university's other strengths.

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.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Most reviews (~74%) praise marketable courses, expert faculty, and excellent research opportunities. Very few (~3.4%) express concerns about teaching quality, grading consistency, and career services.

University reviews are largely positive, with ~74% rating it 4-5 stars and an average of 4.29/5. Students praise supportive teaching and practical learning, while a small minority expressed disappointment with online learning and career support.

With a 4.45/5 average rating from 51 reviews, ~88% of feedback is positive. Students frequently praise the great experiences, strong industry connections leading to job placements, relevant curriculum, and supportive staff. No negative feedback was recorded.

The university receives predominantly positive feedback (~75%) with students praising supportive instructors and good facilities. A smaller portion of reviews (~25%) notes administrative delays and communication issues.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100% with 4–5 stars and an average rating of 4.75/5). Students praise supportive services, challenging tutors, and excellent facilities for practice and creativity. Some mention a desire for greater diversity among students and tutors, and a few noted potential issues with tutor-to-student ratios.

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.

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Rating distribution
5★
34%
65%
57%
50%
75%
67%
0%
4★
44%
6%
31%
25%
25%
33%
0%
3★
19%
24%
12%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
6%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
0%
25%
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.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is a good university for students who want strong teaching, smaller classes, and a supportive environment, especially in creative or applied subjects. However, it may not be the best choice if you are looking for high global prestige, major research opportunities, or a big city student experience.

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CSM Graphic Communication Design

I have been studying Graphic Communication Design for the past three years, beginning with the foundation course. While this program may not be the ideal choice for those solely focused on commercial design, it offers an incredibly diverse and enriching experience for anyone interested in the intersection of communication design with various other fields. The program excels in fostering creativity and encourages exploration in areas such as fine art, fashion, bio-design, and beyond. This interdisciplinary approach allows students to leverage their creative thinking and graphic communication skills to pursue virtually any direction they can imagine. The flexibility and breadth of the curriculum enable students to develop a unique and personalized skill set, preparing them for a wide range of career paths. Overall, this program is perfect for those looking to expand their horizons and apply their graphic communication design skills in innovative and unexpected ways. It provides a solid foundation for becoming a versatile and adaptable designer in today's ever-evolving creative landscape.

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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