The Complete Guide To Loughborough University

1. Introduction

1.1 Background

From its humble beginnings in 1909 as a small technical institute to its charter in 1966, and today, where it is known as one of the Country’s leading universities, Loughborough University has become a respected University in the eyes of the UK and the world. 

Much of that is thanks to the entrepreneurial vision and determination of Dr Herbert Schofield, Principal of Loughborough College (the university’s name pre-1966). This grit is still seen today, with the University producing thriving scholars and athletes, some of whom have competed in the recent Paris 2024 Olympic Games! 

Total Student Population	19,451
Percentage of International Students	25%
Teaching Faculty-to-Student Ratio	1:14
Graduate Employability Rate	84% employment rate 15 months after graduation

1.2 Loughborough University Rankings 2025

Loughborough University is ranked #224 globally in the QS World University Rankings. The university is also the best in the world for sports-related subjects for many consecutive years in the QS Subject Rankings. Here are some of its courses that have made the Top 200 Subject Ranking:

QS Subject Category	Ranking For 2025
Sports Related-Subjects	#1
Library and Information Management	#18
Art and Design	#39
Anatomy and Physiology	#51 – 100
Architecture and Built Environment	#51 – 100
Communication and Media Studies	#51 – 100
Engineering – Petroleum	#51 – 100
Marketing	#51 – 100
Engineering – Mechanical	#100
Engineering – Civil and Structural	#101 – 150
Geography	#101 – 150
Hospitality and Leisure Management	#151 – 175
Business and Management Studies	#151 – 200
English Language and Literature	#151 – 200
Mathematical Sciences	#151 – 200
Psychology	#151 – 200
Sociology	#151 – 200
Statistics and Operational Research	#151 – 200
Engineering and Technology	#189

2. Student Life & Living Cost

2.1 Loughborough University Campuses

Loughborough University has 2 campuses in the UK; the main campus is in the Leicestershire countryside whereas their London campus is in the capital city of England!

Loughborough University Campus

Key Highlights

• The university’s main campus.
• Home to most courses offered by the university. 
• Has 1,375 study spaces and recently refurbished its university’s library.
• The campus is known to have the largest concentration of world-class sports facilities in the UK.

How To Get There
🗺️ Located 2 km away from the Loughborough town centre

• Most of the key amenities are within 10-15 minutes of walking distance. 
• Students have free shuttle buses to transport them around campus grounds. 

Loughborough University London Campus

Key Highlights

• This campus is home to mostly master’s and PhD programmes offered by Loughborough University
• Lecture theatres in the campus are purpose-built. 
• There are versatile workspaces for students to conduct independent study, group activities and collaborative work. 
• Located in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, students can access key sports facilities in the UK at a discounted rate. 

How To Get There
🗺️ Located 10 minutes from London CBD via the underground train service. 

• Buses around the university have a frequency of 12 minutes. 
• Within walking distance to nearby suburbs that are well equipped with amenities. 

2.2 Learning Facilities

2.3 Recreational Facilities

Loughborough University has been a key contributor to the development of the sports industry in the UK, and it comes as no surprise that the university has the most, and the best facilities for its students, whether it is for social activities or elite competitions. 

2.4 Student Activities

If you are looking to compete as an athlete, build your startup, or even find some purpose through philanthropy, there is bound to be something for you at Loughborough University, and that’s thanks to the Loughborough Students’ Union!

2.5 Student Services

Both the students union and staff at Loughborough University are here to ensure that students are supported all the time they are at university, with services such as:

• Academic Support
• Counseling and Psychological Services
• Career Services
• Disability Support
• Health Services
• International Student Support
• Student Security Services
• Student Welfare Services 
• Religious Support

2.6  Loughborough University Accommodation and Cost

Whether it is the main campus in Loughborough or in London, there are accommodation options for students of Loughborough University! The university is also 3rd for accommodation in the UK (University Compare Top 100 Universities 2023)!

Loughborough University Accommodations

On-Campus (Loughborough Campus)

• Falkner Eggington (from GBP 117.03/week)
• Harry French (from GBP 121.28/week)
• Butler Hall (from GBP 124.19/week)
• William Morris (from GBP 146.96/week)
• David Collett ((from GBP 159.33/week)
• The Holt (from GBP 160.60/week)
• Student Village Loughborough (from GBP 179.18/week)
• Towers (from GBP 195.01/week)

On-Campus (London Campus)

• Stratford One (from GBP 279/week)

Cost of Living in Loughborough and London

Students of both campuses have varying living costs, with students at the Loughborough campus expected to spend approximately GBP 319.50 per week, and students at the London campus GBP 410 per week. All fees include accommodation, food, groceries, study materials, transportation, and leisure. 

These are just approximations; living costs can change depending on a student’s lifestyle!

3. Courses, Fees & Scholarships

3.1 Courses You Can Study At Loughborough University

Fields of Study	Courses
Accounting & Finance	Accounting & Finance, Finance
Architecture, Building & Civil Engineering	Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning
Biosciences	Biological Sciences, Human Biology
Business, Management & Marketing	Business Analytics, International Business, Management, Marketing
Chemical Engineering	Chemical Engineering
Communication & Media	Media & Communication
Computer Science	Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), Computer Science, Information Technology Management for Business
Design	Design, Industrial Design, Product Design & Technology
Mechanical, Electrical & Manufacturing Engineering	Computer & Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Sports Technology
Psychology	Psychology, Psychology in Education, Sport & Exercise Psychology
Sport Sciences	Sport & Exercise Science, Sport Management

There are so many more courses and joint degrees offered at Loughborough University. The best way to find out is through extensive research, OR engaging with a study abroad consultant, like the ones Uni Enrol has!

3.2 Course Fees At Loughborough University

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3.3 Loughborough University Scholarships

These are some of the scholarships offered by Loughborough University to international students. Check out the full list here. (Coming Soon)

Scholarships	Details
Loughborough University International Scholarship	25% waiver of tuition fees for the first year of study

3.4 Popular Courses at Loughborough University

Accounting & Finance

The Accounting and Finance course at Loughborough University has garnered some popularity from prospective students thanks to its consistent ranking in the UK’s Top 15 business schools, according to the Complete Universities Guide 2025.

It is also a Triple Crown Business School, accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA. 

One of the key factors to its popularity is the constant engagement with organisations and economies since the inception of the Loughborough Business School, providing students with networking opportunities and a peek into the real world before they head out. 

The course is 4 years long, with the 3rd year being a compulsory placement year, a practice observed for over 30 years at the university. Here, students can choose the following options for Year 3:

• Industrial placement with up to 3 companies over the year. 
• 6-month industrial placement, 6-month study abroad. 
• A “Year in Enterprise”, where students spend a year developing their own business. 

The Accounting and Finance degree at Loughborough University is also flexible, where students will be exposed to the core subjects of Accounting and Finance, before being given the option to choose a pathway of interest, or to the University’s specialized Finance degree in Year 2. 

The degree is accredited by all major professional accounting bodies, such as the ACCA, and for future financiers, the CFA. This will exempt students from several examinations, significantly reducing the time to be qualified practitioners. 

Engineering Courses

The School of Mechanical, Electrical, and Manufacturing Engineering at Loughborough University is one of the largest engineering schools in the UK, with over 100 years of teaching experience since 1909. 

To add to the prestige, research from Loughborough University’s engineering cohort has received the highest award for UK universities, the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for the Engineering and Technology category. Plus, the subjects at the university also consistently rank in the Top 100 in the QS World University Rankings. 

In a highly practical environment, students will benefit from Loughborough University’s strong links with the industry. During students’ 2nd or 3rd year of study, they can opt to go on a year-long industrial placement, with big players such as: 

• Pirelli
• Rolls Royce
• GlaxoSmith Kline
• Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team

The university’s placement team also holds an annual Engineering/STEM Placement and Graduate Fair, which over 70 companies attend.

Students will also benefit from purpose-built facilities that are in the university, such as a heavy structures lab, flight and driving simulators, a polymer processing lab, workshops and the STEMLab.

Upon completion of studies, students will graduate with a certificate accredited by the signatories of the UK Engineering Council. The council is also a part of the Washington Accord, which means that students can practice engineering, and take Chartered Engineering courses from any affiliated country, including Malaysia. 

Communication and Media Studies

Loughborough University’s Communication and Media is a classic social science department with a distinguished track record. The course ranks 1st in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2025 and consistently places in the Top 50 of the QS World University Rankings. 

Loughborough University also has an outstanding reputation as a centre for research and teaching excellence in communication, culture, and media. Its research has seen the impact in the UK’s media and communications industry, such as:

• Inclusion of the underserved: Research conducted on BBC Coverage of rural affairs has seen an increase in the promotion of rural issues across the BBC’s network and has opened new opportunities to BBC journalists. 

• Effective communication in professional practice: Research in this field has improved professional practice in Metropolitan Police and Police Scotland, especially when training for crises.

The research practice and impact are reflected in the curriculum, and students learn and take reference from real-time events. Students will gain a wide range of specialist analytical and practical skills for many jobs involving media and communication industries and beyond. 

Students will also benefit from the university’s connection with the sector, and the university is also known to have a reputation for having socially relevant and evidence-based teaching. The broad scope of the course is designed to help students work in various fields and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. 

Sport Science

Loughborough University has been ranked 1st in the world for Sports-Related subjects for more than 8 years, according to the QS World Rankings 2025.  

The university’s research still contributes heavily to the UK’s sport and exercise scene, lending a hand in innovation in physical activity, health and wellbeing, coaching, and sports technology. 

The research directly informs the teaching at the university, ensuring that students are at the forefront of understanding in the sports and exercise sector. The university’s influence in the scene also impacts the students’ prospects for employability. 

On campus, students will learn with the aid of state-of-the-art facilities such as:

• Anatomy Lab
• Exercise Physiology Lab
• Exercise Research Lab
• Sport Biomechanics Lab
• Climate Chambers

Students will also have an opportunity to gain practical experience through the Coach and Volunteer Academy and the Loughborough Sports Practitioner Programme, designed for students to work with elite athletes to gain a strong understanding of the performance sports landscape. 

Students will also have the option to go for a placement year, where they will work with the UK’s sports biggest names, such as Tottenham Hotspur FC, Southampton FC, Leicester Tigers, and the English Institute of Sport. 

4. Entry Requirements & Intake Dates

4.1  Loughborough University Entry Requirements 2025

Minimum entry requirements for Foundation:

• SPM: 5B
• UEC: 5B
• IGCSE: 5B

Minimum entry requirements for Degree:

• UEC: 7 B3
• STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia): BBB
• A-Level: AAB
• IB (International Baccalaureate): 35 points
• Foundation: Completion of Foundation
• Diploma: Completion of Diploma

Minimum language proficiency requirements (IELTS):

• Foundation: 5.0 Overall
• Undergraduate: 6.5 Overall
• Postgraduate: 6.5 Overall

Some courses may require you to earn higher entry requirements and additional qualifications.

4.2  Loughborough University Intake Periods for 2025

The intake periods for 2025 are as follows:

• Foundation: September, October, January
• Degree: September
• Postgraduate: September, January

Please note that the intake periods may vary depending on the courses. For specific intake periods and dates, click here (Coming Soon!).

4.3 Admission Process For Studying in the UK

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• 8 Best Universities in the UK for International Students

5. Student Testimonials & Alumni

5.1 Student Testimonials

What’s life like at Loughborough University? We’ll let your future classmates tell you!

5.2 Notable Alumni

With state-of-the-art facilities focused on sports, it comes to no surprise when the list of alumni consists of elite athletes and Olympians, including:

• Lord Sebastian Coe – Two-time Olympics Gold Medalist in Athletics (Economics)
• Mary Earps – Manchester United Women’s Goalkeeper (Information Management)
• Dr. Hannah MacLeod, Madeleine Hinch, Nicola White, Giselle Ansley – Olympics Gold Medalists in Hockey (Sports Science)

6. Conclusion

Looking for a University with world-class facilities, brush shoulders with the best in the industry, and most importantly, one that is determined to bring you to greater heights? You might want to consider applying to Loughborough University!

Here at Uni Enrol, we have study abroad consultants that can get you on your way!

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