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- The extracurricular options are plenty which is great.
Dislikes
- The university can cancel optional subjects at any time without giving a reason which is disappointing.
I chose the university for its ranking but when I applied the ranking was 16 in the world now it is 27 in the world according to QS. I now realize that ranking plays a very small part in the facilities provided, as all universities here offer the same facilities. My experience has been average as according to me the university didn’t provide adequate academic support that students needed in terms of subjects that were new and challenging for most of my class. As a class representative, I took a lot of the concerns to them and the university didn’t do anything about the problems we faced as international students.
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- "One thing that I like about my university is the fact that there is a support system for anything and everything that I could possibly need and everyone has been pretty good in the way they have guided me throughout the session. Even the professors were pretty helpful and understanding. "
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- "However, one main flaw that I have noticed was the fact that in the UK MSc courses are only for a year. I felt that I have had a very compact schedule, which in its way has its pros and cons. "
I chose this university because of it's location, job market and job security. Additionally the QR ranking, provisions in terms of qualifications of staff and amenities within the university contributed towards the selection of my university. University life has been pretty good in terms of the different things that I have learnt and my new found independence. Additionally, the academics will be this in terms of the material that was provided, skills that I have obtained through my coursework and assignments. All of which honed me with skills that are very much needed in today’s industry. Additionally, Masters abroad has given me the opportunity to interact with different people. All of us belong to different cultures and I have had many meaningful experiences.
Likes
- I chose because the program here is excellent and the faculty. Everybody is associated with CERN in the experimental physics department and the program here allows one to choose from a wide range of subjects.
- The exposure, the living abroad experience. The faculty that we get to meet. The course options. I love the city. The fact that so many famous physicists and mathematicians have been to this university and are still here. Dr. Peter Higgs is from this University. The faculty is fabulous.
Dislikes
- The curriculum pressure. It's too much to take this course should be a 2 year course. The support in terms of research opportunities and finding jobs. The availability of faculty, which is not much.
It is going good. Though due to so much pressure, mental health of alot of students is affected and most people take special circumstances and extensions to meet deadlines or improve their performance. It's a challenge to pass courses atleast in my degree program. Most of the people are struggling to just pass. And alot of have applied for special circumstances. It's definitely extremely hard.
Likes
- Lower acceptance rate, QS rankings, Reputation of the University and City in which the university is located in
- "A historic institution, established as one of the world's oldest universities. - Features a network of campuses located throughout Edinburgh. - Renowned for its exceptional teaching facilities, including: 1) A distinguished faculty 2) Extensive library resources 3) Dedicated bookable study rooms for individual or group work - Fosters a welcoming and supportive environment: 1) Friendly staff 2) Vibrant student community 3) Provides a wealth of extracurricular opportunities through various student associations. - Offers comprehensive student support services, addressing: 1) Mental well-being 2) Academic challenges 3) Cost of living challenges "
Dislikes
- The university can improve the number of student accommodation in the city as every year there is a housing crisis. The university can try to invite more companies for job fair as it provides networking opportunities. The university can try to reduce the workload for Masters student as it becomes quite challenging to manage so many things in such short period of time
The overall experience was good as I got the opportunity to study at one of the best universities in the world. At the same time, I also got the opportunity to interact with people from all over the world, learn from them, and developed a life long friendship
Likes
- I chose the University of Edinburgh because of its outstanding academic reputation and the exceptional opportunities it offers for intellectual growth. The university's renowned faculty and innovative programs align perfectly with my academic and career goals. Additionally, the vibrant and culturally rich city of Edinburgh provides an inspiring backdrop for my studies, making it an ideal choice for my higher education journey.
- I appreciate the diverse and inclusive culture at the University of Edinburgh, which allows me to interact with people from various backgrounds and cultures. This enriches my learning experience by offering different perspectives and insights, fostering a global outlook that prepares me for the interconnected world beyond academia.
Dislikes
- One area that could be enhanced slightly is the availability of study spaces during busy periods, like exam season. Sometimes, it can be a bit challenging to find a quiet spot for focused studying or group collaboration.
My overall experience at the University of Edinburgh has been incredibly rewarding. The rich academic environment, supportive faculty, and diverse student community have made my time here truly fulfilling. From engaging lectures to meaningful interactions with peers, I've gained valuable knowledge and forged lifelong connections. Overall, it's been a journey of growth and discovery that I'll always cherish.
Likes
- Because for my course, it is one of the top ranked universities.
- I like how I have become more independent after my college. The challenges have made me more strong and stable. The uncertainty and the confidence to handle it has shaped my personality
Dislikes
- I think the campus life could be better in terms of inter school and course events so that we can make more connections and friends. The student accommodations can be closer to campus as well
My overall experience is great. It’s a good learning phase in terms of personal growth. Living abroad alone is challenging but exciting.
Likes
- This university was the best for my course after Oxford and Cambridge.
- The abundance of resources that they provided us during our course of time in the university. Also, with those resources we were provided instructions on how to use them. With that, we were given enough time to prepare for our assignments.
Dislikes
- The time duration given for each text is a little less. I do not think that a two-hour discussion can justify or satisfy the questions of the students even when we are provided extra material to read with it. Also sometime, they would ask us to read two texts for one session which we weren't able to cover at all.
I enjoyed it as much as I could, not just in the area of academics but also opposed me generally living my life in Edinburgh.
Likes
- University of Edinburgh is set in an extremely scenic city. the accommodations provided by the university are exceptional and have great facilities makes makes student life much easier. The infrastructure is grand. The curation of courses within each field allow for a lot of deep and specific knowledge to be imparted. There are many student forums that motivate students to participate.
- Rank of University Had the specific course I wanted Within my budget Good alumni list
Dislikes
- The initial instructions regarding fee payment, course query and placements were extremely unreliable. There was no specific office where these questions could be asked. The teachers practice a very 'to each your own' approach to studies and there is a lot of self accountability that comes in on a new student.
This college is a great place to be for a year. It gives you the peaceful college experience. The city shuts down early but is very easy to get used to. the college has a grandeur about it which makes the experience more exciting. Meeting people from so many different cultures is always a great learning as well.
Likes
- Main factor that drove me choose University of Edinburgh was my exciting project work. Also, university's good academic reputation and the good lab environment were other factors.
My department provides me opportunities to engage in cutting-edge projects and collaborate with leading researchers in the field. Also, the university's research centers and institutes cover a wide range of disciplines and offer a platform for me to contribute to innovative discoveries. Overall experience so far has been really great and I'm so grateful for that.
Likes
- University of Edinburgh is famous for its diverse range of research and modules. They look at things from their student’s perspective and help them build their own sense of understanding. I remember during the initial days, they would question us and then very calmly would say that there is no right or wrong answers or that even they aren’t sure what side to choose. Just given the spot to make mistakes helped us to understand better, it gave us the opportunity to look at things from a very wide and different perspective. Apart from that the melding of different cultures in one room is also something that I am absolutely grateful for, the different approaches, thoughts, perspectives helps you think differently. The resources provided by the university is very handy, there’s so much of content that if interested can be really delved into.
- "It comes under top 10 university for psychology and research in the world. The psychology graduates from this university showed a lot of enthusiasm and work in our field. The university has its own approach unique from the world, which is something that drawn me the most. This new approach was built and researched by the students of Edinburgh. Which showed how much importance the university gives to their students and their perspectives. They allow students to follow what they aim for, no matter how surreal or unrealistic it sounds, the university always provides with the necessary resources and help students find their own path. "
Dislikes
- The one thing that I found was a little different from Indian education was that no one really cared, the professors have a really set timings that they can provide for the students, all of them are extremely busy as they work only twice a week for the university and the rest of the time they are in their personal practice. So to actually get on with them is difficult and more so than anything even the professors expect us to solve our issues by ourselves and come to them only if it was the last resort. I personally don’t mind the idea of self study, but the lack of clear instructions and communication sometimes creates a barrier. Because there’s only so much we can understand from a presentation or certain research papers. So for the amount of money that we are paying for the university, I would at least expect to have professors who were there to communicate and help us whenever required.
Overall experience as a counselling student for me has been something that I wouldn’t have been able to capture back home. The structure of the classes, the international students, the knowledge insight is impeccable. Their goal as a counselling faculty is for the students to start knowing themselves before they go into the field and help and guide other individuals. That’s something lacking in our Indian universities.
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