United International Business Schools - UIBS vs Universitat CEU Abat Oliba - CEU UAO vs La Salle U.R.L. vs BAU Centro Universitario de Artes y Diseño de Barcelona vs UIC Barcelona

Side-by-side comparison from 51 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: BAU Centro Universitario de Artes y Diseño de Barcelona (4.70)
United International Business Schools - UIBS: wins 0/6 categories
Universitat CEU Abat Oliba - CEU UAO: wins 1/6 categories
La Salle U.R.L.: wins 0/6 categories
BAU Centro Universitario de Artes y Diseño de Barcelona: wins 5/6 categories
UIC Barcelona: wins 0/6 categories
Escuela Superior de Cine y Audiovisuales de Cataluña - ESCAC: wins 0/6 categories
HTL International School: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting and Management Information Systems
Best programme: Psychology
Barcelona, Spain
4.00
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Best programme: Business Management
Best programme: Design
Barcelona, Spain
4.20
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14 reviews
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Best programme: University Bachelor’s Degree in Audiovisual Communication
Best programme: Film Studies
Best programme: Digital Marketing
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.17
4.67
5.00
Win
4.09
3.50
3.21
Location
4.75
4.00
5.00
5.00
3.90
4.50
3.79
Professors
4.75
4.00
3.33
5.00
Win
4.27
4.50
3.60
Internationality
4.50
3.83
4.00
5.00
Win
3.82
4.50
3.67
Student life
4.25
4.17
4.67
5.00
Win
3.82
4.50
3.21
Value
4.50
4.17
4.00
5.00
Win
3.91
3.50
3.33
Accommodation
4.00
4.60
Win
4.33
1.00
3.33
2.50
3.14
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Positive and enriching learning experience
  • +Safe and well-equipped campus
  • +Supportive faculty and staff
  • +Modern facilities and resources
  • +Academic excellence and innovative methodology
  • +International environment and diverse cultures
  • +Engaging, proactive, and technology-focused learning methods
  • +Strong academic content and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Industry-expert professors and practical, real-world projects
  • +Diverse, multicultural student environment promoting collaboration
  • +Comprehensive and complete programs covering various creative skills
  • +Excellent academic programs and knowledgeable, kind professors.
  • +Supportive and collaborative student atmosphere.
  • +Strong preparation for career success and international outlook.
  • +Engaging and passionate faculty and visiting lecturers
  • +Electric energy and inspiring community
  • +Strong academic programs and knowledge acquisition
  • +Supportive and professional faculty and staff
  • +Effective teaching methods and practical application
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Poor management and unqualified staff.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment.
  • -Lack of administrative support and disorganization.
  • -Outdated curriculum and outdated facilities.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Lack of forward-thinking and innovative educational approach.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently mentioned.
  • -Lack of resources and support negatively impacts the learning experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Lack of support and indifferent attitude from staff create a negative experience.
  • -Overcrowded and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Ineffective communication and bureaucratic administrative processes.
  • -Lack of engaging and up-to-date curriculum.
  • -Misleading program length and content
  • -Poor organization and administrative issues
  • -Invalid certificates and waste of money
Rating summary
What students say

Academic and environmental aspects of the university are highly regarded, with professors and location both receiving a near-perfect score of 4.75. Student life is also a positive, scoring 4.25, and internationality and value are strong at 4.5. Facilities and accommodation present the weakest areas, both rated at 4.

This university garners strong approval, particularly for its **accommodation**, which achieved the highest rating. Facilities and student life also scored well. Conversely, **internationality** received the lowest rating among the surveyed aspects. Professors, location, and value for money are all rated at a solid 4 out of 5.

Outstanding scores are evident for this university's **Location** (5), **Facilities** (4.67), and **Student Life** (4.67). Conversely, the **Professors** category received the lowest rating at 3.33. Other areas like Accomodation (4.33), Internationality (4), and Value (4) are rated positively.

This institution garners exceptional scores across multiple key aspects, including its facilities, professors, location, student life, internationality, and overall value, all receiving a perfect 5. Conversely, the accommodation received a significantly lower rating of 1, indicating a considerable area for improvement.

The university demonstrates particular strengths in its academic offerings, with **Professors** receiving a high rating of 4.27. **Facilities** are also well-regarded at 4.09. Areas for improvement are evident in **Accomodation**, which scored lowest at 3.33. Other aspects like Location, Student Life, Internationality, and Value are rated moderately.

Across various aspects, this university demonstrates notable strengths in **professors, location, student life, and internationality**, all receiving a high 4.5 rating. Conversely, **accommodation** stands out as a weaker area, with a significantly lower score of 2.5. Facilities and overall value received moderate ratings of 3.5.

This institution's strengths lie in its **Location**, scoring a notable 3.79, and its **Internationality**, with a rating of 3.67. Other well-regarded aspects include **Professors** (3.6) and **Value** (3.33). Conversely, **Accomodation** received the lowest marks at 3.14, with **Facilities** and **Student Life** also in the lower range (both 3.21).

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive learning environment and helpful, passionate faculty. One review mentioned slow administrative services.

Most reviews praise the academic environment, dedicated professors, and supportive staff. A small percentage of feedback mentions issues with a specific director and teacher hiring practices.

Nearly 83% of reviews are positive, highlighting internationality, relevant projects, and technology focus. One review (~17%) criticizes outdated architectural programs and facilities.

All 3 reviews are highly positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students praise the strong creative foundations, practical projects, and industry-expert professors. The multicultural environment and diverse course offerings were also highlighted.

With an average rating of 4.21/5, approximately 86% of reviews are positive, praising the collaborative atmosphere, quality programs, and accessible location. One review (around 7%) cites issues with indifferent administration.

With an average rating of 4/5, student feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~99%). Reviews highlight engaging teachers and an electric atmosphere. No negative reviews were received.

Around 67% of reviews are positive, praising the strong knowledge and professionalism gained. However, about 33% are negative, citing concerns about organization, program duration, and communication.

Rating distribution
5★
75%
71%
33%
67%
50%
50%
47%
4★
0%
0%
50%
33%
36%
0%
20%
3★
25%
14%
0%
0%
7%
50%
0%
2★
0%
0%
17%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
14%
0%
0%
7%
0%
33%
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Well invested money

A master of immersive and comprehensive quality focused on people with little or no design knowledge. I had an excellent experience, the only thing that perhaps did not convince me was that the final work is done as a group.

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Classes are good, I would try to make them more interactive and with more practices in class. Professors normally are good, in the english course I believe the english of the teachers could be better specially if the course is taught in that language. I also believe professors could interact more with their students and try to get in contact with students they see may be struggling. Otherwise the campus, although a bit small is fine, really nice, the library could be a little bigger.

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Ive had so many problems with this school>tehy just care about money , after you get in barcelonna even information they just give it if you pay like 200 euros . than the classes> they say you have the option to study online or Presencial but the presential the techer is on her house so it is also online. you dont get any presencial class. aldo if the teacher is in the school she is the same person as the receptionist, the cordiator and director of the course. Classes were poorly organized, with minimal academic content*( if you had any kind of study about the theme you know they dont say anything) and a strong lack of structure. Many subjects were rushed or skipped, and there was little to no real academic guidance.

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