London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs Edinburgh Napier University vs Cranfield University vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris

Side-by-side comparison from 398 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Southport College (5.00)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 2/7 categories
Edinburgh Napier University: wins 1/7 categories
Cranfield University: wins 0/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 0/7 categories
Silicon Beach Training: wins 0/7 categories
Southport College: wins 4/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Edinburgh, The United Kingdom
4.10
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47 reviews
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Best programme: Business Management
Cranfield, The United Kingdom
4.40
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10 reviews
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Best programme: Strategic Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Brighton, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Southport, The United Kingdom
5.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Graphic Design
Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
4.31
4.00
4.00
4.56
Not rated
5.00
Win
Location
4.78
4.18
2.50
3.57
4.78
Not rated
5.00
Win
Professors
4.26
4.18
4.50
4.00
4.67
Not rated
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.15
3.50
4.14
4.67
Not rated
4.00
Student life
3.63
4.18
Win
3.50
3.71
4.00
Not rated
4.00
Value
4.04
4.03
4.00
4.00
4.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.79
Win
3.67
3.75
3.50
3.22
Not rated
2.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Marketable courses and high academic standards
  • +Excellent, expert faculty with industry experience
  • +Supportive, respectful, and flexible learning environment
  • +Industry-focused curriculum with practical skills
  • +Supportive and approachable faculty
  • +Well-structured programs and learning environment
  • +Strong postgraduate focus and specialized programs
  • +World-class research facilities and industry partnerships
  • +Excellent career services and networking opportunities
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +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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  • +Supportive and friendly staff
  • +Convenient local study options
  • +Good campus facilities
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.
  • -Unapproachable and neglectful lecturers.
  • -Administrative and management issues.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Facilities are often described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Lack of support and resources hinders academic progress.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -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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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are major drawbacks.
  • -The curriculum and teaching methods are often seen as uninspiring or irrelevant.
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 institution achieves strong scores in several key areas, notably in **Facilities**, which stands out with the highest rating. Student life and location also received commendations, alongside professors and internationality, all scoring above 4.0. The weakest area highlighted is **Accommodation**, receiving the lowest rating among the surveyed categories. Overall, the university presents a generally positive picture, with room for improvement in its housing provisions.

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its academic offerings and resources. Professors receive an excellent rating of 4.5, and facilities are also highly regarded at 4. A respectable score of 4 for value suggests a worthwhile investment for students. Areas requiring improvement include location, which received a lower score of 2.5. Student life and internationality are rated moderately at 3.5, while accommodation stands at 3.75.

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.

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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This institution demonstrates outstanding strengths, earning perfect scores for its facilities, professors, location, and perceived value. Student life and internationality are also well-regarded, receiving solid 4-star ratings. However, the accommodation aspect is notably weaker, standing at just 2 stars, which could be an area for development.

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.

~98% of 47 reviews are positive, highlighting supportive lecturers, practical and career-focused courses, and a well-structured learning environment. One negative review mentioned unapproachable lecturers.

With a 4.4/5 average rating from 10 reviews, ~74% praise Cranfield University's postgraduate focus, industry links, research facilities, and career services. No negative feedback was provided.

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.

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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With one review, the average rating is 5/5. This student praised friendly and helpful staff, campus facilities, and a wide variety of courses. No negative feedback was provided.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
32%
50%
43%
67%
0%
100%
4★
44%
55%
40%
29%
33%
0%
0%
3★
19%
11%
10%
14%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
2%
0%
14%
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.

Undergraduate Law

This university is welcoming and continually helpful by staff and pupils. I would recommend this university to new students. The law degree I am currently studying is exactly what I expected and is also very enjoyable.

On par with Russell Group universities.

Cranfield University, established in 1946 as the UK's only exclusively postgraduate university, is producing global leaders in technology and management through its world-class expertise, large-scale facilities, and unrivalled industry partnerships. Likes: * Located in the heart of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc in the United Kingdom. * Research facilities and industry collaborations. * Excellent career services. * World-Class Library. * Good student-to-faculty ratio. Dislikes: * Because the campus is located in a village, you will miss some of the entertainment and conveniences of a city, but you will make wonderful friends on campus. * It is not a Russell Group university, despite being a high-caliber institution.

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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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