Loughborough University

Loughborough is an internationally renowned university located in the heart of the UK. Our research and teaching are integrated at every opportunity to provide the highest quality learning experience. With superb links to industry and commerce and our long history of internationally acclaimed ‘research that matters’, we aim to provide you with the best university experience bar none.

Our recent achievements

• 91% of our research is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ – Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
• Consistently ranked as a UK top 10 university by the Complete University Guide 2017-26
• Awarded eight Queen Elizabeth Prizes for Education
• Ranked 5* for Innovation – QS Stars Rating System
• Best university in the world for sports-related subjects for ten years running - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2026

Where is Loughborough University and what’s the setting like?

The Loughborough Experience

Every Loughborough student’s experience is an exciting blend of the experiences and activities we offer. These are made available through careers and entrepreneurial support, placement and part-time work opportunities, access to unrivalled sporting facilities, and the chance to develop transferable skills through volunteer work, student representation and other extracurricular activities.

In addition, all PhD students are supported by Loughborough Doctoral College, which provides additional training and development and networking opportunities.

Two stunning locations

Loughborough University has two campuses. There is one campus in Loughborough and the other campus is in London.

Our superb 523-acre Loughborough campus is located in the heart of the country with excellent national and international travel links. Green spaces, world-class sports venues and excellent academic facilities combine to make our campus a safe, welcoming place with a real sense of community.

Loughborough University London offers a collaborative, innovative and inspiring learning environment, bringing together world-leading scholars, dynamic organisations and creative individuals with the emerging talent and leaders of tomorrow.

What are the standout course offerings at Loughborough University?

Research opportunities

Our research spans the arts, design, engineering, health, humanities, mathematics, science, social sciences and sports disciplines. We are renowned not just for the quality of our research but also for its relevance to business and industry and its impact on society. In the most recent REF, 91% of our research was rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’.

Research students work alongside stand-out academics who are at the forefront of their disciplines. We focus on an interdisciplinary approach to research, which is driven by society’s need to address real-world issues.

We want our students to feel part of the research team, and to feel supported and motivated by this network. We provide comprehensive training so that you can hone your research skills but also benefit from practical guidance related to identifying skills, coping with the demands of your research project, be they academic or pastoral, and maximising your employability.

Diverse master’s degree programmes

With a wide choice of master’s degrees across art and design, humanities, science, engineering, business, sport and the social sciences, we offer an excellent choice for anyone looking to pursue their studies and further their career. You will be taught by some of the world’s best academics in their subject areas.

Many programmes are available on a part-time basis.

What are the entry requirements and fees?

The costs attached to a master’s degree are tuition fees, which vary from course to course, and accommodation and daily living costs. Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating university facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services.

Some of our PhDs are funded, with funding provided for all or part of the PhD fee and in some cases, for living expenses. Others are self-funded.

We offer a range of bursaries and scholarships to eligible students. More information can be found in the fees and funding section of our website, along with details of the other types of funding available.

What is student life like at Lougborough University?

There are so many activities to get involved in when you have some free time on campus. Loughborough has a huge range of clubs, societies and events – all of which have unique social calendars of their own and offer endless opportunities to make lifelong friends.

Day to day, the campus itself has a lively atmosphere with around 18,000 students from over 130 different countries. There is a strong sense of community and a real buzz, just what you would expect from a university that continues to be popular in national and international student polls.

What facilities does Loughborough University offer?

The Loughborough campus offers world-class facilities for each and every aspect of university life, providing students with an exceptional learning and social experience.

To provide the best for students and offer the top opportunities, Loughborough University continually invests in new and state-of-the-art equipment.

STEMLab was opened in 2017 – it’s a £17m centre containing the most advanced laboratories, workshops and teaching spaces geared towards science and engineering students. As well as this, DigiLabs is a unique and innovative digital experience that has been opened and ensures that graduates are future-fit for the world of work.

How does Loughborough University support your career?

You may be looking to get ahead in your current career, want a change in career direction completely or are interested in starting your own business. Whatever your career goals are, Loughborough is committed to supporting you in achieving them. It provides an excellent range of support services, advice and guidance to support students with their future.

What do students say about Loughborough University?

Read students’ experiences of postgraduate study at Loughborough University and see what they thought of their time there or what they think so far.

How do you apply to Loughborough University?

Applications for master’s degrees and PhDs are submitted via our online portal. The majority of our master’s degrees begin in October; PhD students enrol to start in January, April, July or October.

As part of the application process, we will also ask for documentary evidence of entry qualifications, including English language, academic transcripts and references, which can all be submitted online.