About the University

Based in the heart of the UK, Loughborough University is one of the country’s leading universities.
At Loughborough University, we’re proud to be a dynamic and ambitious institution, recognised for excellence in teaching, research, sport, and our student experience. Our outstanding 438-acre campus in Loughborough, alongside our dedicated postgraduate campus in London, offers a vibrant environment for learning, working, and collaboration.
Our Strategy – Creating Better Futures. Together – reflects our belief that we achieve more when we work in partnership. It shapes how we work across our community and beyond, driving progress through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
Our Values – being Authentic, Adventurous, Responsible, Creative and Collaborative – underpin everything we do and guide how we work together to achieve positive change.
We’re proud to be ranked among the UK’s top ten universities, with a global reputation for research that makes a difference and a longstanding status as the number one university for sport. At the heart of everything is our welcoming, inclusive community – a place where people thrive.
Our 3 strategic themes guide our priorities and focus areas:
- Climate Change and Net Zero – Working with the University community, we adopt a collaborative ‘whole institution’ approach to sustainability, for the benefit of all.
- Vibrant and Inclusive Communities – We nurture a sense of belonging, wellbeing and opportunity for all.
- Sport, Health and Wellbeing – We use our sector-leading expertise to make a positive impact on individual and societal wellbeing.
Find out more about our university strategy and how our values are embedded in everything we do.