Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University - TSU vs Tbilisi State Medical University - TSSU vs Caucasus University - CIU vs Ilia State University - ISU vs Alte University

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Georgian Institute of Public Affairs - GIPA (5.00)
Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University - TSU: wins 2/7 categories
Tbilisi State Medical University - TSSU: wins 3/7 categories
Caucasus University - CIU: wins 1/7 categories
Ilia State University - ISU: wins 0/7 categories
Alte University: wins 0/7 categories
Georgian Institute of Public Affairs - GIPA: wins 1/7 categories
International Black Sea University: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Medicine
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Business Administration
Tbilisi, Georgia
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Best programme: International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
3.00
3.33
3.71
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3.50
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3.00
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Location
4.25
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4.06
2.71
4.10
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2.00
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Professors
4.38
3.83
3.57
3.80
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5.00
Win
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Internationality
3.76
4.00
Win
3.00
3.50
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3.00
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Student life
3.57
3.76
Win
2.86
3.50
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3.00
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Value
4.14
Win
3.67
3.43
3.60
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4.00
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Accommodation
3.30
3.50
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2.67
2.70
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2.00
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Valued knowledge and practical experience gained.
  • +Appreciated knowledgeable and supportive professors and academic environment.
  • +Enjoyed diverse student community and engaging student life.
  • +Expert and supportive faculty
  • +Affordable tuition and quality education
  • +Balanced academic and holistic development
  • +Comprehensive business programs
  • +Experienced, professional tutors
  • +Modern facilities
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable professors
  • +Welcoming and helpful atmosphere
  • +Freedom and opportunities for growth

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  • +Engaging and relevant curriculum
  • +Supportive and friendly professors
  • +Strong theoretical and practical foundation

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning experiences.
  • -Course content is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly delivered.
  • -Lack of practical work and real-life experience.
  • -Financial focus over educational quality
  • -Poor instructor qualifications
  • -Lack of student well-being consideration
  • -Outdated teaching methods and lack of practical application.
  • -Ineffective administrative and management support.

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  • -Poor administrative and management issues, including unclear communication and disorganized processes.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources impact the learning environment.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching methods and insufficient support for student needs are frustrating.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution receives a mixed but generally positive review, with its strongest performances in **Professors** (4.38) and **Location** (4.25). **Value** also scores well at 4.14. The weakest areas, requiring attention, are **Facilities** at 3 and **Student Life** at 3.57. Accommodation and Internationality fall within the mid-range of ratings.

This institution excels in its location, receiving the highest rating. Student life and internationality also score well. However, the facilities are its weakest point, with the lowest rating among all categories. Accommodations and overall value represent solid mid-range scores, with professors also receiving a favorable review.

Assessments reveal a university with notable strengths in its **facilities**, which received a high rating. Conversely, **accommodation** emerged as the lowest-rated aspect, with **location** and **student life** also scoring below average. Other areas, including professors, internationality, and value, received moderate to good reviews, suggesting a mixed but generally solid experience, with notable room for improvement in practical student support and campus environment.

This institution achieves its highest marks in **Location** (4.1) and **Professors** (3.8). Its **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, receiving a rating of 2.7. Other aspects like Facilities, Student Life, and Internationality are rated at a solid 3.5, while Value scores a respectable 3.6, indicating a generally positive, though not perfect, university experience.

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Academic strengths shine through, with professors receiving a perfect score of 5. The university also scores well in value, earning a 4. However, areas requiring improvement include location and accommodation, both rated a low 2. Facilities and student life received moderate scores of 3, as did internationality.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.3/5 from 23 reviews, ~91% express satisfaction. Students highly value the knowledge gained, positive learning experiences, and opportunities for personal and academic growth. No negative feedback was reported.

With an average rating of 4/5 from 18 reviews, ~78% are positive, praising expert faculty, supportive community, and effective learning structures. A small portion of feedback (~5.6%) expresses concerns about practical experience and knowledge acquisition.

~57% of reviews are positive, highlighting strong business programs and experienced lecturers. ~14% of feedback is negative, primarily concerning financial focus and instructor qualifications. The average rating is 3.43/5.

~60% of reviews are positive, highlighting freedom, professor support, and university atmosphere. ~10% of feedback expresses concerns about theory-based education and lack of practical experience.

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The sole review is highly positive, with ~100% of feedback being favorable. Students highlight excellent courses, friendly professors, and engaging subjects.

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Rating distribution
5★
43%
33%
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4★
43%
44%
43%
30%
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3★
13%
17%
29%
30%
0%
0%
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2★
0%
0%
0%
10%
0%
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1★
0%
6%
14%
0%
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Most useful review
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An average university

The university offers a basic education with standard facilities. The classrooms, labs, and libraries are functional but not impressive. The teachers are experienced and provide solid instruction, though there isn’t much advanced research or unique insight. Students get a good foundation in medical basics, but the university doesn’t have special programs or standout features. Clinical training is limited, and students may miss out on specialized rotations or advanced practices. Support services like academic advising and career counseling are not available. Campus life is average, with typical student activities and organizations. Overall, the university provides a reliable, straightforward education. It’s a good choice for those looking for a dependable path to becoming a healthcare professional without extra features or exceptional opportunities.

TSMU is a place with an abundance of knowledge!

It is a very friendly place and makes learning very effortless. The teachers are very helpful too Our practical classes have been conducive and they provide extra lessons to build our confidence. Lots of cultural events also take place to balance our hectic schedules.

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The course of International Relations

GIPA offers one of the best, if not the best, IR courses in the whole country. In my first year, I used to think that it was not anything special, but over time, I realized how important everything we learn is. The professors are really friendly and they are always on the students' side. The subjects that the course offers are very interesting and engaging, all of them give you the theoretical and practical bases to further develop your critical thinking. The only negative thing about this course is that the campus is very far away from the city center.

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