London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs The University of Edinburgh vs ONCAMPUS Global vs Swansea University vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie

Side-by-side comparison from 568 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: ONCAMPUS Global (4.80)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 1/7 categories
The University of Edinburgh: wins 1/7 categories
ONCAMPUS Global: wins 4/7 categories
Swansea University: wins 1/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
University of Wales Trinity Saint David: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Edinburgh, The United Kingdom
4.30
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128 reviews
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Best programme: Computer Science
London, The United Kingdom
4.80
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20 reviews
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Best programme: Undergraduate Foundation Programme
Swansea, The United Kingdom
4.40
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59 reviews
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Best programme: Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Carmarthen, The United Kingdom
4.30
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17 reviews
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Best programme: International Hotel Management
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
4.34
4.44
Win
4.34
4.13
4.32
4.40
Location
4.78
4.78
Win
4.74
4.37
3.75
4.58
4.70
Professors
4.26
4.21
4.75
Win
4.44
4.13
4.52
4.60
Internationality
4.80
Win
4.52
4.60
4.42
4.13
4.39
4.60
Student life
3.64
4.43
4.56
Win
4.28
3.63
4.18
3.90
Value
4.04
4.01
4.50
4.52
Win
4.13
4.38
3.90
Accommodation
3.79
3.87
4.32
Win
3.81
3.57
4.10
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert, approachable faculty and high-quality teaching
  • +Strong career preparation and marketable skills development
  • +Excellent facilities and a supportive learning environment
  • +Engaging and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +Vibrant community and social opportunities.
  • +Academic growth and valuable experiences.
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Excellent facilities and convenient location
  • +Strong academic and personal development support
  • +Supportive, approachable faculty and academic staff
  • +Practical, hands-on learning and application of knowledge
  • +Accessible resources and support networks
  • +Practical, industry-relevant courses and inspiring professors
  • +Rich international environment and diverse student body
  • +Personal and professional development opportunities
  • +Supportive teaching and individual attention
  • +Practical and applied learning opportunities
  • +Friendly and supportive environment
  • +Exceptional teaching quality from passionate, experienced instructors
  • +Unmatched precision, emphasis on quality, and professional skill development
  • +Welcoming environment, strong support, and valuable alumni network
Cons
  • -Poor teaching quality and unclear learning expectations.
  • -Lack of structure and significant workload.
  • -Disappointing careers service and limited social life.
  • -Lack of program improvement and unmet expectations.
  • -High costs and limited ethnic diversity.
  • -University relying on prestige over student experience enhancements.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor upkeep frustrate students.
  • -Lack of resources and inadequate support services are common complaints.
  • -Safety concerns and crime.
  • -Financial concerns and perceived low educational value.
  • -Primarily online delivery and poor career support.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources are disappointing.
  • -The curriculum feels irrelevant and disconnected from real-world needs.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates remarkable strengths in its **Internationality** and **Location**, both receiving scores nearing 4.8. **Professors** also score highly at 4.26. Conversely, **Student Life** is the lowest-rated area, with a score of 3.64, followed by **Accomodation** at 3.79. Other aspects like Facilities and Value fall within a solid mid-range.

This institution garners strong acclaim, particularly for its **Location**, which received the highest rating. Student Life and Internationality also scored very well. Conversely, **Accomodation** presents as the weakest area, with a notably lower score compared to other aspects. Facilities, Professors, and Value fall within a respectable middle range.

Overall, the university garners strong ratings across various aspects. Professors are exceptionally well-regarded, achieving the highest score. Location and Internationality also stand out with excellent marks. Student Life, Facilities, and Value also reflect positive sentiment. Accommodation, while still strong, receives the lowest rating among the surveyed categories.

This institution garners impressive scores across multiple aspects, with particularly strong showings in **Value** (4.52) and **Professors** (4.44), as well as a notable rating for **Internationality** (4.42). Conversely, **Accomodation** presents a relative weakness, scoring 3.81. Other areas like Facilities, Location, and Student Life also received solid, positive feedback, generally exceeding the 4.2 mark.

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas. Facilities, Professors, Internationality, and Value all received high scores of 4.125. Student Life and Accommodations are rated lower, at 3.625 and approximately 3.57 respectively, indicating these are areas with more room for improvement compared to its other strengths. The Location score sits at 3.75.

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 exceptional strength in its **location** (4.7), **professors** (4.6), and **internationality** (4.6). Students are particularly impressed with the quality of instruction and the global environment. Conversely, **accommodation** stands out as the lowest-rated area at 3.0, suggesting room for improvement in this aspect. Student life and value for money also received moderate scores.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nearly 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive environment, knowledgeable faculty, and excellent facilities. A small percentage (around 3.4%) mention issues like poor lecturing, inconsistent grading, and lack of social life.

With a 4.3/5 average rating from 129 reviews, ~84% are positive, highlighting engaging lectures, supportive faculty, and ample opportunities. A single negative review (~0.8%) noted program limitations and limited ethnic diversity.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with ~100% of 20 feedback entries rating 4–5 stars. Students praise friendly, supportive teachers, excellent facilities like the library, and effective student support services that build confidence.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~98%), highlighting engaging teaching, practical modules, and supportive staff. A small percentage of negative feedback noted safety concerns on campus.

Most reviews praise the inspiring professors, practical learning, and international environment, contributing to a ~74% positive sentiment. One review expressed dissatisfaction, calling it a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.

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.

Students highly praise the exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable instructors. Facilities are noted as impeccable and the learning environment welcoming, contributing to professional and personal growth for ~100% of reviewers.

Rating distribution
5★
34%
47%
75%
47%
38%
65%
60%
4★
44%
38%
25%
49%
38%
6%
40%
3★
18%
15%
0%
2%
13%
24%
0%
2★
2%
1%
0%
2%
0%
6%
0%
1★
1%
0%
0%
0%
13%
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.

Great support from personal tutor and supervisor!

Overall the university is good, they have an easy way to apply for extensions on coursework, and special circumstances, which my personal tutor was more than happy to help with, she really was the best. My supervisor for my dissertation was also really supportive and helped through the challenging times. The lecturers are usually helpful if you are stuck, but there were some who would do the bare minimum for the students.

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very good

Currently having a great time at Swansea. Currently studying history and can say that the lecturers for the most part are very helpful. I do feel the choice is relatively Eurocentric but still good. Good nightlife too.

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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.

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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