Swinburne University of Technology vs James Cook University vs Melbourne Business School vs University of New England vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris

Side-by-side comparison from 87 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Melbourne Business School (5.00)
Swinburne University of Technology: wins 0/7 categories
James Cook University: wins 0/7 categories
Melbourne Business School: wins 6/7 categories
University of New England: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 1/7 categories
Roffey Park Institute: wins 0/7 categories
Australian Adult Learning Institute: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Advertising
Townsville, Australia
4.00
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Best programme: Arts
Melbourne, Australia
5.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Business and Marketing
Armidale, Australia
4.20
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21 reviews
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Best programme: Bachelor of Business
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Horsham, Australia
Not rated
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.27
4.32
5.00
Win
4.45
4.56
Not rated
Not rated
Location
4.40
4.32
4.00
4.21
4.78
Win
Not rated
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Professors
4.06
4.18
5.00
Win
4.33
4.67
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
4.69
4.33
5.00
Win
3.86
4.67
Not rated
Not rated
Student life
4.13
4.30
5.00
Win
4.29
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Value
4.31
4.13
5.00
Win
4.29
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Accommodation
3.87
4.21
5.00
Win
4.05
3.22
Not rated
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Comprehensive curriculum with practical skills emphasis
  • +High-quality teaching and supportive instructors
  • +Opportunities for electives, exchange programs, and work-integrated learning
  • +Dedicated teachers and practical teaching methods
  • +Modern facilities and engaging learning environment
  • +Strong academic focus and research-led approach
  • +Life-changing educational experience and career readiness
  • +Supportive community and valuable peer connections
  • +Excellent study environment and resources
  • +Flexible and accessible online learning options
  • +High-quality academic programs and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive student services and community focus
  • +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
  • -Teachers are unhelpful and actively work against students' success.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a consistent complaint.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from instructors are frequently mentioned.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of clear communication and administrative inefficiencies cause frustration.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as unengaging and disconnected from real-world applications.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is prevalent.
  • -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

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in **Internationality** and **Location**, both scoring exceptionally high. Its **Facilities** and **Value** also receive very positive marks. The **Accomodation** category, however, stands out as the lowest-rated aspect, suggesting an area for potential improvement. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded experience with particular advantages in global reach and its physical setting.

This institution garners high marks across multiple aspects, with **Internationality** standing out as the strongest area at 4.33. **Facilities** and **Location** also received excellent scores, both around 4.32. The university demonstrates solid performance in **Student Life** (4.30) and **Accomodation** (4.21). **Value** emerges as the comparatively weakest area, though still rated positively at 4.13, closely followed by **Professors** at 4.18.

This institution receives outstanding marks across the board, with perfect scores awarded for facilities, professors, student life, accommodation, internationality, and value. Its only slight deviation from a perfect score is in location, which still garners a very respectable rating. The university's strengths are clearly in its comprehensive offerings and student experience.

This institution garners strong marks in several key areas, with Facilities being the standout at 4.45. Professors and Student Life also receive favorable scores, alongside a solid rating for Value. Conversely, Internationality presents the lowest rating at 3.86, indicating a potential area for growth. Accommodations and Location also fall slightly below the highest-rated aspects.

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

Approximately 94% of reviews are positive, highlighting comprehensive curriculum, good teaching quality, and diverse electives. A small percentage of feedback expressed concerns about faculty.

Approximately 92% of reviews are positive, praising committed teachers, modern amenities, and an active campus community that foster valuable education and critical thinking. No negative reviews were recorded.

With an average rating of 5/5, reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Students highlight life-changing experiences, strong support systems, quality education, and career readiness. They also appreciate university events, study spaces, and library resources.

With a 4.24/5 average rating from 21 reviews, ~95% are positive. Students praise academic excellence, flexible remote/in-person options, and supportive faculty. No negative feedback was recorded.

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★
69%
3%
100%
29%
67%
0%
0%
4★
19%
92%
0%
67%
33%
0%
0%
3★
6%
5%
0%
5%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
6%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Worst university ever. It is a cartel looting me.

They are thugs. Don't ever go to them. The teachers are part of the cartel who do not help students to let them fail and earn millions of dollars. Infrastructure is the best but the teachers are the worst.

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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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