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University of Wales, Newport Tops International Student Satisfaction Survey
4/3/2008
The University of Wales, Newport has come first in Wales in an independent survey of international student satisfaction. The International Student Barometer (ISB) measures the learning, living, support and arrival experience of international students and compares it to those of other Universities throughout the UK.
Newport was 13th out of a total of 84 universities in the survey which was carried out last autumn and involved over 67,000 students, 181 of them from Newport.
The ISB found that the library and technology facilities offered by the University came first in Wales along with overall living experience including earning opportunities, visa advice, friendliness and the quality of accommodation.
 PICTURED: Typical of those who are enjoying studying at Newport is Kanwar Malhi, 22, from Punjab, who said how helpful and welcoming the University was when he arrived to start his MBA in business studies last year.
The University – which has campuses in Caerleon and Newport – also came first in Wales in overall Support Experience including early access to email facilities, student welfare, administration services and catering.
Graham Wood, Dean of the International Office said, "This is fantastic news for students and staff at Newport. There is a lot of choice for students entering higher education and reputations of universities will now stand or fall on the quality of the student experience.
“When you combine the impact of tuition fees and social networking it’s vital that the student experience matches up to expectations. Prospective students can feel confident that staff at the University of Wales, Newport are committed to ensuring our students succeed in their studies.’
Typical of those who are enjoying studying at Newport is Kanwar Malhi, 22, who said the university was helpful and welcoming when he arrived for his MBA in business studies last year.
“Most students feel homesick for a month or so but my first impressions were that everyone was very friendly and nice,” said 22-year-old Kanwar. “You feel a little excited and fearful when you arrive but I think Wales is a much better place compared to lots of other places.”
The ISB is an ongoing survey carried out by i-graduate, an independent research service specialising in studies for international educators.
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