Universiti Putra Malaysia - UPM vs Tyumen State Medical University vs Saint Petersburg State University - SPSU vs Instituto Universitario del Centro de México - UCEM vs National Research University Higher School of Economics - HSE

Side-by-side comparison from 38 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universiti Putra Malaysia - UPM (5.00)
Universiti Putra Malaysia - UPM: wins 3/7 categories
Tyumen State Medical University: wins 0/7 categories
Saint Petersburg State University - SPSU: wins 2/7 categories
Instituto Universitario del Centro de México - UCEM: wins 0/7 categories
National Research University Higher School of Economics - HSE: wins 1/7 categories
United International University: wins 1/7 categories
Garden City University - GCU: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Chemical Engineering
Best programme: Applied Mathematics
Best programme: Economics and Finance
Best programme: Computer Science and Engineering
Best programme: Nursing
Category ratings
Facilities
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.25
Not rated
4.14
4.50
3.00
Location
4.00
Not rated
3.95
Not rated
4.67
Win
4.50
Not rated
Professors
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.10
Not rated
4.33
4.50
3.00
Internationality
4.00
Not rated
4.50
Win
Not rated
4.18
4.25
4.00
Student life
4.00
Not rated
4.75
Win
Not rated
4.10
4.50
Not rated
Value
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.20
Not rated
4.48
4.25
4.00
Accommodation
3.00
Not rated
3.93
Not rated
3.99
4.00
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Amazing faculty & highly qualified professors
  • +Abundant interactive programs & opportunities
  • +Large campus & strong student life
  • +Extensive practical learning opportunities
  • +High-quality professors and academic staff
  • +Challenging and engaging curriculum
  • +Practical skills and real-world experience
  • +Supportive environment and positive social life
  • +Quality teaching and engaging subjects

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  • +High academic quality & skilled faculty
  • +Global outlook & diverse programs
  • +Career opportunities & strong network
  • +Relevant, job-market-aligned course content
  • +Opportunities for projects, funding, and international study
  • +Affordable tuition and supportive student-teacher relationships
  • +Inclusive and considerate learning environment
  • +Balanced academic and extracurricular focus
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are a major concern.
  • -Communication breakdowns and a lack of responsiveness from staff cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and administrative issues create frustration.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching and unclear expectations lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of support and clear communication from staff is prevalent.

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  • -Administrative and management issues hinder student support.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and subjective academic processes are problematic.
  • -Unrealistic exam difficulty and demanding workloads cause frustration.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is a recurring problem.
  • -Disappointing facilities and learning resources are a common complaint.
  • -Issues with administrative processes and communication cause significant frustration.
  • -Inflexible policies and a lack of responsiveness from staff are frequently criticized.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas, with perfect scores for Facilities, Professors, and Value. Student Life, Location, and Internationality also received strong ratings of 4. The primary area for potential improvement, based on the provided scores, is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.

An even distribution of scores marks this university's performance across all surveyed areas. With no specific category receiving a higher or lower rating than the others, the institution presents a uniform profile. This suggests that strengths and weaknesses are not distinctly evident in any single aspect of the university experience as measured by these ratings.

Examining the university's performance reveals exceptional strengths, particularly in **Student Life** (4.75) and **Internationality** (4.5). Facilities and value also received positive scores. Conversely, **Location** (3.95) and **Accomodation** (3.925) represent areas with room for improvement, though professors garnered a respectable 4.1 rating.

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This institution demonstrates a particularly strong showing in its **Location**, receiving the highest rating. Value and Professors are also highly regarded. Conversely, the **Accomodation** received the lowest score among the evaluated aspects. The university also scores well in Internationality, Facilities, and Student Life, indicating a generally positive overall perception with a few areas for potential improvement.

This institution receives consistently strong evaluations, with its facilities, professors, location, and student life all earning an impressive 4.5 out of 5. Accommodation and internationality are also rated favorably at 4 and 4.25 respectively. The university's value for money is similarly well-regarded at 4.25, indicating a solid overall offering.

With impressive scores in internationality and value, this institution excels in attracting global students and offering a worthwhile experience. However, the university's weakest areas lie in its location, student life, and accommodation, all receiving zero ratings. Facilities and professors are rated moderately at three stars.

Reviews summary
Highlights

This university garners overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Students praise its amazing faculty, huge campus, and numerous interactive programs and opportunities.

The single review is highly positive (4/5 stars), praising practical learning. Minor concerns were raised about some coursework relevance and potential political bias in lectures.

With an average rating of 4.25/5, ~88% of reviews are positive, highlighting theoretical and soft skill development, good faculty, and enjoyable extracurriculars. There are no negative reviews.

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Around 96% of reviews are positive, highlighting high-quality education, excellent faculty, and valuable connections. A small portion of feedback mentions issues with some professors and the grading system.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%), highlighting well-organized course outlines, job market relevance, project opportunities, and scholarships. Students also praise the welcoming environment and strong student-teacher relationships.

With a 4/5 average rating, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students appreciate the university's diversity, thoughtfulness in considering students, and the balance between academics and extracurriculars.

Rating distribution
5★
100%
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38%
0%
65%
25%
0%
4★
0%
100%
50%
0%
22%
75%
100%
3★
0%
0%
13%
0%
9%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
4%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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