New student accommodation development on campus
Construction of the new hall of residence near the Edward Herbert Building on the University’s East Midlands campus will begin on 5 January 2026.
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REF 2029 Update: REF resumes criteria setting following pause
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) plays a vital role in ensuring accountability for public investment of research and assesses the quality and impact of UK research. It strengthens our global reputation, helps attract leading staff and students, and underpins a key funding stream.
Book your place now for Talk Sport 2026
Talk Sport is back on campus this January and is open to all student year groups and degree disciplines. If you’re thinking about a future in sport, exercise or health, this is your chance to explore career options, hear from industry professionals and build valuable networks that can support your next steps.
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Loughborough Festivities: Christmas activities for students in Loughborough over the winter break
Students staying in Loughborough over the Christmas break are invited to get involved in the Loughborough Festivities Programme, a series of over 20 seasonal, craft and sports events.
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Staying Online: IT access and support during the festive break
During the upcoming festive period, please note that you can continue to access all essential services to support your studies.
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Early December pay date: Please check your payslip
Payslips for December will be available in the afternoon of Thursday 18 December 2025 via my.HR.
Stay cyber-safe this festive season
As the festive season approaches and many of us wind down for the holidays, cybercriminals are gearing up. Christmas is one of the busiest times of year for online scams, shopping fraud, and digital deception.
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Celebrating our student winners of the 2025/26 Music and Arts Scholarships
Five students have been awarded Arts scholarships in recognition of their talents and dedication to their chosen art forms, which include creative writing, dance, painting, rap music and singing.
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Christmas Closure Reminder
As the festive season approaches, we’d like to remind all staff that the University will be closed for the Christmas break from Wednesday 24 December to Thursday 1 January inclusive and will reopen on Friday 2 January.
‘It’s Better OFF’ this Christmas: Reducing energy costs over the Christmas break
The continuing high energy costs, combined with the University Strategy and global carbon reduction targets to reduce the impact of climate change, have meant there has never been a more important time to consider how we use energy at Loughborough.
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REF 2029 Update: REF resumes criteria setting following pause
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) plays a vital role in ensuring accountability for public investment of research and assesses the quality and impact of UK research. It strengthens our global reputation, helps attract leading staff and students, and underpins a key funding stream.
Book your place now for Talk Sport 2026
Talk Sport is back on campus this January and is open to all student year groups and degree disciplines. If you’re thinking about a future in sport, exercise or health, this is your chance to explore career options, hear from industry professionals and build valuable networks that can support your next steps.
Loughborough Festivities: Christmas activities for students in Loughborough over the winter break
Students staying in Loughborough over the Christmas break are invited to get involved in the Loughborough Festivities Programme, a series of over 20 seasonal, craft and sports events.
Staying Online: IT access and support during the festive break
During the upcoming festive period, please note that you can continue to access all essential services to support your studies.
Early December pay date: Please check your payslip
Payslips for December will be available in the afternoon of Thursday 18 December 2025 via my.HR.
Stay cyber-safe this festive season
As the festive season approaches and many of us wind down for the holidays, cybercriminals are gearing up. Christmas is one of the busiest times of year for online scams, shopping fraud, and digital deception.
Celebrating our student winners of the 2025/26 Music and Arts Scholarships
Five students have been awarded Arts scholarships in recognition of their talents and dedication to their chosen art forms, which include creative writing, dance, painting, rap music and singing.
Christmas Closure Reminder
As the festive season approaches, we’d like to remind all staff that the University will be closed for the Christmas break from Wednesday 24 December to Thursday 1 January inclusive and will reopen on Friday 2 January.
‘It’s Better OFF’ this Christmas: Reducing energy costs over the Christmas break
The continuing high energy costs, combined with the University Strategy and global carbon reduction targets to reduce the impact of climate change, have meant there has never been a more important time to consider how we use energy at Loughborough.