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I had friends that studied at Lboro and thoroughly enjoyed it. I also wanted the close feel of a campus and to be able to play sports at a high level. 

The biggest attraction of Loughborough University for me was the campus. Amongst being one of the largest campuses, it also has some of the best sports facilities in the world as well as an amazing Student’s Union. Being a science student, the facilities available to me were also important, and having attended a summer course before studying here, I realised that these were some of the best and newest facilities in the country.

I chose this course because since A-Levels I have loved learning about the physical world, which is full of mysteries and problems we have yet to solve. I find the subject incredibly fascinating; it is so diverse that every single subject area is completely different. Another reason I chose physics was because I was unsure about my career path and so physics was a great bridge between many fields that I could potentially pursue in the future.

I love the fact that everything is on campus and all the opportunities to try new sports. Even though I only play racquet sports, I’ve loved trying totally new things such as lacrosse.

I did come for an open day and it massively affected my decision. I was really happy with the campus and all the resources. I was also able to visit halls which were of a high standard which were very appealing. All the flowers planted in summer were also a great addition! 

I really enjoy the structure and content of the new physics course as I find it to be an exciting challenge. The course tackles many aspects of what it takes to be an excellent physicist, introducing many complex concepts and ideas as well as applications of physics such as coding or laboratory research.

The tuition is very personalised, offering a wide range of support across all modules. The course entails many styles of teaching such as tutorials, lectures, seminars and demonstrations. These are all very beneficial for students as they become accustomed to different forms of learning, something I have found very helpful in my time here as I am able to reinforce my comprehension through various activities.

My favourite module is Core Physics as this is the crux of the degree. Whilst having a wide scope of the subject area, ranging from calculus in circuits to Kepler’s Laws, the course has allowed me to accelerate my knowledge in physics as we are taught about the key concepts that are useful to physicists in modern day.

The biggest asset the Physics Department offers is the support through the problem sheets and problem classes. Here we are able talk through set of questions set by the lecturer(s) and identify any issues from the past week. I find these incredibly useful and insightful as we often strive to consolidate knowledge as well as expand it.

I love that we are learning such advanced material and code so early as this is really important for employers. I also feel very welcome in the department and am able to ask them for help whenever I need it without feeling embarrassed or intimidated. There is a high level of personal tuition that comes with studying physics at Loughborough. 

My group project is regarding creating code to map the sea floor bed. There is a lot of contemporary research on the topic and I have been able to talk to multiple companies about the applicability of this in jobs. This includes finding locations for offshore renewable energy. The complex coding aspect is also very valuable for demonstrating skills for masters applications and Grad jobs. This project has also taught me how to effectively use systems engineering tools to develop a comprehensive project plan and to work productively in a team. 

The facilities we had in labs were very comprehensive and allowed us to explore the variety of experiments we could conduct. Even during lockdowns, we were each provided with small electronics and arduinos to create our own inventions. There is also the opportunity to work with current research in nuclear medicine and lasers and optics which would be great for anyone looking for careers in these research fields. 

The experiences I have encountered have confirmed to me that I’ve made the correct choice in my studies. Any passionate student would thoroughly enjoy the course in all of its aspects, challenges and opportunities. The atmosphere is friendly, inclusive and upbeat. There is plenty to do and see in both the town/county and university, so you will never have a boring weekend!

I enjoy being an active member of the community whether it is related to my course through its social events, my halls or the sports teams or societies. The university creates a very inclusive family of students and being a part of it is a great feeling.

Not only is it aspirational in terms of sports, but the alumni have achieved so much that it is short of impossible to want to strive for less. The student body are very encouraging and supportive of one another, creating a positive environment for all.

I would highly recommend being sure in the decision! It’s not a light course and is hard but very rewarding work. The course is fantastic at introducing modern concepts and so reading as much material as possible is key. 

Having done my placement at a investment bank, I am now keen on exploring the research field. In particular I would love to work in another country conducting research in nuclear medicine. I would also like to continue a masters at some point in the future, though I want to work first to gain some experience.