Mary Immaculate College - MIC vs University College Cork - UCC vs Trinity College Dublin - TCD vs University of Galway vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie

Side-by-side comparison from 178 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Trinity College Dublin - TCD (4.20)
Mary Immaculate College - MIC: wins 2/7 categories
University College Cork - UCC: wins 0/7 categories
Trinity College Dublin - TCD: wins 3/7 categories
University of Galway: wins 2/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Learning People: wins 0/7 categories
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Secondary Education
Best programme: Arts
Best programme: Computer Science
Galway, Ireland
4.10
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59 reviews
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Best programme: Digital Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Dublin, Ireland
Not rated
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Category ratings
Facilities
2.00
3.91
4.07
4.10
Win
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Location
2.00
4.09
4.60
Win
4.17
3.57
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
5.00
Win
4.05
4.26
4.38
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
1.00
3.72
4.23
Win
4.12
4.14
Not rated
Not rated
Student life
2.00
4.19
4.27
Win
3.97
3.71
Not rated
Not rated
Value
5.00
Win
4.21
4.39
4.17
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Accommodation
3.00
3.43
3.36
3.63
Win
3.50
Not rated
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Close-knit community and personal lecturer relationships
  • +Strong sense of togetherness and unity among students
  • +Excellent teaching programs and student support
  • +High-quality programs and academic excellence
  • +Supportive faculty and enriching research opportunities
  • +Vibrant campus life and diverse extracurricular activities
  • +High-quality teaching and supportive lecturers
  • +Beautiful campus and convenient location
  • +Rich academic atmosphere and flexible course options
  • +Engaging and supportive faculty
  • +Vibrant campus life and ample opportunities
  • +Modern facilities and strong academic programs
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication and responsiveness from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Ineffective teaching and lack of support.
  • -Administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources.
  • -Administrative and management issues caused frustration and inefficiency.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hindered learning experiences.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from faculty and staff was a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Facilities are often outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a problem.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution shows a stark contrast in its ratings. It excels significantly in **Professors** and **Value**, both receiving perfect scores. Conversely, its **Internationality** is a clear weak point, scoring only one. Facilities, Location, and Student Life also received low marks, indicating areas for considerable improvement. Accommodations sit in the middle with a moderate rating.

Overall, this institution receives favorable reviews, with its strongest areas being **Value** and **Student Life**, both exceeding 4.1. **Location** also scores well. The weakest area is **Accomodation**, which falls below 3.5. Other categories, including **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Facilities**, generally fall within the mid-to-high 3s and low 4s.

This university garners excellent scores, particularly excelling in **Location** (4.6) and **Student Life** (4.27). Professors are also highly regarded (4.26), with strong internationality (4.23) and value (4.39). The weakest area, however, is **Accomodation**, which received a significantly lower rating (3.36). Facilities also scored moderately well (4.07).

This institution performs exceptionally well in several key areas. Its professors are highly rated, reflecting a strong academic foundation. Location and value also receive favorable scores. While generally positive, student life and accommodation are the relatively weaker aspects compared to other surveyed categories.

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.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~75%), highlighting a strong sense of community, close lecturer-student relationships, and excellent teaching. Some mention the college's compact size and limited on-site facilities.

Nearly all (approximately 100%) of the 51 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.12/5. Students highlight academic excellence, strong research, and faculty expertise. No negative reviews were recorded.

The university receives strong positive feedback (~86%), with students praising excellent teacher resources, academic achievements, and teaching quality. Many also highlight a beautiful campus and convenient location, with lecturers being knowledgeable and supportive. No negative reviews were recorded.

With a 4.1/5 average rating from 59 reviews, nearly all feedback highlights a supportive atmosphere, engaging teachers, and excellent facilities. Vibrant campus life and academic rigor are also frequently mentioned. No negative reviews were recorded.

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.

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Rating distribution
5★
25%
27%
32%
19%
43%
0%
0%
4★
50%
57%
54%
73%
29%
0%
0%
3★
25%
16%
14%
8%
14%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
14%
0%
0%
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Academic brilliance

My time as a student at University College Cork (UCC) has been truly transformative. UCC's unwavering commitment to academic brilliance, alongside its lively campus life, has made my experience here unforgettable.

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