The School of Oriental and African Studies

Love it. It is an amazing u iversity with great people. I did not intend to come here but im glad i did. It is not as bad as everyone makes it seem

There’s always a fun event on no matter when in the term it is. The SU has a brilliant atmosphere and even strangers seem to become friends quickly and get along. The MA courses could do with more support from an organisational point.

When you tell people you study at SOAS most respond with, "Where?" or "What's that?" and whilst it may appear small and insignificant it's been one of my most valued experiences. The campus is small and so are the numbers so there's a real sense of community amongst fellow students. The university provides a global experience for all students and promotes inclusivity for everyone. SOAS prides itself on it's diversity and the lessons that can be learned from this are unmatched. My course, though ordinarily Eurocentric, enabled me to study areas across Asia and Africa that's broadened my understanding of the world we live in. Whilst I have very few complaints about the university and what it has to offer, don't expect the typical university experience with parties in central London nightclubs but far more intimate events - the drag show cabaret being a favourite.

The campus is actually quite nice. It's diverse, which is good for an international student. The people are more or less friendly and make you feel welcomed. The library is absolutely amazing. The professors are actually very helpful in sorting out any issues that you may have.

The campus is quite small compared to other universities in the UK but that doesn't that you miss out on stuff, SOAS is home to one of the largest research libraries in the UK. It is also close by to Oxford street and the shopping district. Alongside this you are surrounded by many other university campuses, giving a really studenty vibe. The student union is very pro-active and aim to have the students needs at the forefront of any discussions/meetings they have with the upper management. If you get stuck in with all the things going on on campus you will defo feel like this is your family away from home. The careers service are amazing, firstly because SOAS is a part of the university of London, you get access to a large scope of jobs and services and a vast network that will always be able to help you. Second the careers service are always holding drop-in sessions and classes to help with CVs, interviews also assessments, so that you have the best chance at getting the job.

Studying law at SOAS is definitely different from all other Universities. This is because due to the diversity within SOAS, the LLB programme offers you optional modules focusing on Africa and Asia, rather than purely on the U.K. This is especially great for international students who would like to go back to their countries to practice in there. But it is also great for English students who broaden their horizons to learn more about different legal systems.

SOAS is a vibrant and diverse university with a relatively small student body. The courses focus on parts of the world often ignored by other university courses - Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The students are politically active, interested in decolonial thought and social justice. It is a fantastic university for experiencing other cultures, and there are frequent music, poetry, art and film events showcasing the work of nonwestern artists, as well as food and drink from around the world.

The university has great and interesting courses and the teaching is fantastic as well. The campus it’s not very big but it’s situated at the very Center of London so it’s very convenient. Student union is very active and there are always nice events that one can attend. Having said that, the administration is not of the best, it actually lacks a bit and so are the facilities which could be improved.

The university has a great ethos, people who work or study there genuinely want to change the world. The campus is small and the food and coffee is overpriced, but there's a fair amount of study space. The careers service is very active, we get multiple emails a week about support or opportunities. I love studying among so many different people, diversity is celebrated and I feel I am a better person, and student, because of it.

SOAS is great in someways and ballshit in other ways if I’m honest. The subjects they offer are different and really interesting, my favourite being the other Korea, North Korea since 1945. The guy who teaches it is so passionate and brilliant. He doesn’t just read of the PowerPoint slides! but it is also seriously one of the most disorganised places I have ever known. For example, I was granted the soas bursery grant which I get in all years apart from the year abroad. I went on my year abroad and came back and started again at soas in September. The first instalment of the grant is in feb but nothing happened. After failing to get a response through several emails I call them and they told me that I wasn’t on the system and they didn’t think I returned from my year abroad. Like how?? When I have been studying there for 5 months that year they had no idea I was there??? So overall great in someways if you can handle the disorganisation lol

The courses are great if they preserve their languages and their specialist focus in the future, I love my course and the people I've met.

SOAS probably the most unique mixture of courses that you can choose from. It has a very specialist focus on emerging countries from Asia and Africa so if you wanna learn a fancy exotic language that's defo a place to go to! Students are very active (not just politically). Downside is the campus doesn't give you a very uni like vibe as it is located in the middle of the city.

Course - not great as they skip basics and go straight to the hard Stuff Always have strikes People are nice and friendly Most staff are helpful The course itself needs to improve The facilities are decent but there should be a gym for students and Staff Food is great Societies and events are plenty Location is great too

The campus may not be the largest but it is easy to find your way around. The library has one of the most books a library could have which also looks good but difficult to find space after a certain time. Careers service is also very helpful when you need it.