London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs Durham University - DUR vs University of Exeter - UOE vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Ulster University

Side-by-side comparison from 636 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 1/7 categories
Durham University - DUR: wins 0/7 categories
University of Exeter - UOE: wins 3/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Ulster University: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 3/7 categories
Learna: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Durham, The United Kingdom
4.00
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117 reviews
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Best programme: Economics
Exeter, The United Kingdom
4.50
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140 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting and Finance
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Belfast, The United Kingdom
4.40
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39 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration in Management
4.70
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9 reviews
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Cardiff, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
3.94
4.52
4.00
4.07
4.56
Win
Not rated
Location
4.78
3.88
4.42
3.57
4.14
4.78
Win
Not rated
Professors
4.26
4.08
4.37
4.00
4.38
4.67
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Not rated
Internationality
4.80
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3.92
4.12
4.14
4.09
4.67
Not rated
Student life
3.63
4.02
4.45
Win
3.71
3.94
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.04
3.93
4.28
Win
4.00
4.28
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.79
3.71
4.22
Win
3.50
3.59
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
  • +High-quality academics and passionate, supportive lecturers
  • +Strong sense of community and belonging through collegiate system and involvement opportunities
  • +Inspiring historical setting and inclusive student support
  • +High-quality academic programmes and practical skills development
  • +Supportive and engaging campus life with a strong sense of community
  • +Welcoming environment and excellent faculty support for all students
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +Strong academic programmes and industry-focused courses
  • +Supportive lecturers and a welcoming environment
  • +Excellent location and facilities
  • +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.
  • -Poor university management and treatment of staff and students.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor graduate support and unaddressed student concerns.
  • -Lack of diversity and instances of racism create an unwelcoming environment for some students.
  • -Course content perceived as overly theoretical with lecturers imposing their opinions.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative & management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -The campus facilities appear to be outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Communication and support from university staff are often perceived as lacking.
  • -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.

Examining university ratings reveals a generally positive performance. Professors and student life emerge as the strongest areas, both scoring above 4.0. Facilities and value also received commendable ratings, approaching the 4.0 mark. Accommodation, however, stands out as the weakest area, with a rating below 3.8. Internationality and location also present solid, though not top-tier, scores.

This institution receives high marks across the board, with facilities standing out as its strongest area, earning a near-perfect score. Student life and location also rank favorably. However, internationality shows the lowest rating among the surveyed categories, indicating room for improvement in global engagement or support for international students. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded profile with particularly impressive physical resources.

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 garners positive feedback across several key areas, with **Professors** receiving the highest marks at 4.38. **Value** also scores very well at 4.28. The university demonstrates a solid standing in **Location** (4.14) and **Internationality** (4.09), with **Facilities** also rated favorably at 4.07. **Student Life** is rated at 3.94, while **Accomodation** presents the lowest score at 3.59.

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.

With a 4.03/5 average rating from 117 reviews, ~74% highlight excellent academic quality, supportive staff, and a strong sense of community via the collegiate system. A small minority (~0.9%) reported poor university treatment.

The vast majority of reviews (~99%) are positive, praising the beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and good academic reputation. Limited negative feedback (~1%) mentions issues with course content and diversity.

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.

With a 4.38/5 average rating from 39 reviews, ~97% of students expressed positive experiences. Praised themes include excellent courses, supportive lecturers, and a welcoming environment. A single negative review highlighted administrative issues.

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%
33%
54%
43%
56%
67%
0%
4★
44%
38%
41%
29%
31%
33%
0%
3★
19%
28%
4%
14%
10%
0%
0%
2★
2%
1%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
1%
14%
3%
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.

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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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