Best University of the Year in West Midlands: Whatuni student Choice Awards

University College Birmingham

4.4

1600 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

University College Birmingham has excellent student feedback for course engagement, and the school's tutors and teaching staff are described as highly supportive and professional. Their listening abilities and willingness to put in extra effort to address individual student issues is well reported. The college's focus on employability is widely noted, and students mention the amount of job opportunities and placement schemes which they are able to secure through the college's careers and employment service, Hired.

Review breakdown

5 star

56%

4 star

33%

3 star

2 star

1 star

What students love most

Staff
Industry Placements
Diversity
Professional Opportunities
Facilities

Lilliemae Gillon

Reviewed: 15/12/2023

Primary Education Studies (Accelerated) BA (Hons)

It has a great atmosphere and it's always full of students who seem happy. The course facilities are great and I've had amazing support from the staff but as a Disabled student I am unable to access a lot of them which means I am limited in the resources I can use for my assignments, I can't go off campus in between classes and I can't explore the other buildings. I feel like more could be done to make sure that all students can equal access to resources, research and buildings so that their experiences can be positive.

Bipin Bohara

Reviewed: 09/12/2023

Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Lecturer in this uni is great and experience.

Ameer Hamza

Reviewed: 07/12/2023

Computer Science MSc/PGDip

Staff is very professional and humble and carefully listen every student issue and solve it 👍💖💖

Panchami Venugopal

Reviewed: 03/12/2023

Aviation Management MSc/PGDip

The best part about the uni is its facilities. Being an international student, I feel like uni supports in lots of ways for the betterment of international students even the student support team is very helpful. I especially have to give a big applause to the Team Hired that really helps students in employability opportunities. Also, the students union (Guild) makes sure its a home away from home. We can go and speak to the officers; they hear us and speak to us in a friendly manner and support us in our vulnerabilities. It can be improved in terms of food diversity in the cafeteria. Because what I feel now is there is only a limited option in the food menu and also regarding the course modules. I wish there were more course-oriented subjects and practical ones.

42nd

Harper Adams University

4.4

1339 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

Students liked Harper Adams University for its rural campus and community feel, along with its hands-on learning opportunities. Additionally, the supportive staff and variety of student societies contributed to the positive responses from reviewers.

What students love most

Student Life
Facilities
University Staff
Practical Courses
Community

44th

University of Birmingham

4.2

1531 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

A vibrant atmosphere, quality teaching and state-of-the-art facilities were all listed as great reasons for studying at the University of Birmingham by its reviewers. Many students and appreciated the university's responsiveness to student feedback and got a lot of value from the support systems in place at the institution.

What students love most

Student Engagement
Course Structure
Facilities
Campus
Student Support

52nd

University of Worcester

4.3

1706 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

Many students have praised the University of Worcester for its friendly environment, accessible location and beautiful surroundings. Facilities here are modern and well-equipped, and the uni offers a variety of courses and extracurricular activities. The uni has strong commitments to student welfare, teaching excellence and community engagement.

What students love most

Blended Learning
Staff
Practical Courses
Modern Campus
Diversity

59th

Birmingham Newman University

4.3

776 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

Birmingham Newman University has a small and intimate campus, giving students a unique and supportive learning experience. Lecturers are experienced and helpful and teach on a variety of courses suiting a range of interests and goals. There are plenty of opportunities for extracurricular activities too, with campus facilities including a gym, cafe, bar, sports centre and Students' Union.

What students love most

Friendly
Location
Course Content
Diversity
Small Campus

64th

University of Warwick

4.1

1494 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

The University of Warwick offers up lots of active societies and sports clubs with plenty of training sessions and social events for students, which reviewers loved. They were also impressed with the supportive staff and the community feel at the uni. For those not looking for a 'big city' atmosphere but still have all the useful amenities of a city, Warwick is the place to be.

What students love most

Campus
Staff
Teaching Quality
Facilities
Location

69th

Staffordshire University

1297 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

Staffordshire University is known for supportive staff who deliver a high quality of teaching. Learning here is flexible, with opportunities for employability alongside study. The uni boasts a diverse community and positive campus environment, as well as excellent facilities, all contributing to a rewarding and enriching academic experience for students.

What students love most

Staff
Course Content
Facilities
Student Support
Student Life

76th

Birmingham City University

1940 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

The best aspects of Birmingham City University (BCU), according to our student reviewers, include the supportive faculty, modern facilities, and opportunities for practical experience. Students were keen on the engaging lectures, industry-relevant teaching, and positive learning environment. Additionally, BCU's location in Birmingham, a vibrant and culturally diverse city, is seen as a major advantage

What students love most

Industry focus
Student support
Staff
Facilities
Location

77th

Aston University, Birmingham

4.2

1126 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

The welcoming atmosphere and inclusive community was massively praised by reviews of Aston University, with the supportive faculty and diverse student community receiving plenty of mentions. The university's central location in Birmingham lets students access a vibrant city, helping to improve the academic experience. Additionally, the modern campus facilities, including the students' union and library, offer plenty of avenues for learning and living. Students also liked the flexible learning options, with online and in-person lectures available for many courses.

What students love most

Campus
Lecturers
Location
Facilities
Course Content

80th

University of Wolverhampton

3.9

597 reviews

WEST MIDLANDS

Students at the University of Wolverhampton enjoyed the friendly and helpful lecturers, the diverse and supportive environment, and the wide range of facilities available on campus. The university's central location and the sense of community were also mentioned in reviews as being some of the best parts about studying at the University of Wolverhampton.

What students love most

Practical Experience
Facilities
Course Content
Flexible Learning
Diversity