Should class size matter when choosing an engineering university?
Yes, class size is worth checking, but it does not have to be your top priority. Smaller classes tend to make it easier to ask questions and interact with instructors, while larger lectures may be efficient for learning foundational content. Consider the size of lectures, exercises, laboratories, and practical sessions together with your preferred learning style, curriculum, and facilities.
Key points
- The most suitable class size can differ among lectures, exercises, laboratories, and practical sessions.
- Look beyond numbers to how easily students can ask instructors questions and how classes are taught.
- Its importance depends on whether you value close interaction or are comfortable learning more independently.
Things to check
- Class organization and size vary by university, faculty, course, and academic year, so check official course information and curriculum details.