PG study at Loughborough - India

We understand that studying abroad can feel overwhelming, so we've gathered all the essential information here to help you make an informed decision with confidence.

Loughborough University provides Indian student-athletes with the perfect environment to thrive in academic and sporting arenas while experiencing life overseas.

At Loughborough University, we have a long history of welcoming students from India onto our campus. The first-ever student from India to study here graduated back in 1937. Today, we’re home to over 230 students from India, split across undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees.

Best university in the world for sports-related subjects

Nine years running

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2025

Sports University of the Year

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Daily Mail Good University Guide 2025

35 medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

won by Loughborough-linked athletes

Paris 2024

Performance Sport

Loughborough University is the UK’s premier destination for student-athletes.

We have won the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championships for 44 consecutive years, making us the number 1 institution for competitive university sport in the UK.

We have 19 performance programmes across 14 sports, including Athletics, Badminton, Cricket, Football and Hockey.

All performance athletes at Loughborough benefit from world-class training facilities, elite coaching, and comprehensive support services.

Performance sport programmes Performance support

Further opportunities

With over 55 sports on offer at the university, there truly is something for everyone.

You can join Loughborough's Athletic Union and be a part of clubs such as Basketball, Tennis, Netball, Squash, Rugby and more!

For those looking to participate in sport more casually, there are many options for socialising with friends and playing recreationally.

A-Z sports Recreational Sport

Study at Loughborough

We have over 140 undergraduate courses and 120 postgraduate degrees available in Art and Design, Business, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Sports, and more. Visit our A-Z of course webpages for a full list and detailed information.

Our undergraduate degrees typically take 3 years to complete and will cost in the region of ₹2,900,000 - ₹3,600,000.

Our postgraduate degrees typically take 12 months to complete and will cost in the region of ₹2,900,000 - ₹3,800,000.

A-Z undergraduate degrees A-Z master's degrees

Scholarships and financial aid

Various academic and sporting scholarships are available to Indian student-athletes, which can be explored below. Loughborough University offers Sports Scholarships ranging from $₹110,00 to ₹500,000 for each year of study.

For the full range of scholarships, please visit our Scholarships webpage.

Accomodation

There are 17 undergraduate halls of residence available on campus. These range from completely self-catered to catered for 7 days a week. Prices range from ₹12,500 - ₹25,000 per week, which translates to ₹5,00,000 - ₹1,100,000 per year.

There are 3 postgraduate halls of residence on campus, which are all self-catered and ranging from ₹12,500 to ₹21,000 per week, which translates to ₹625,000 - ₹1,000,000 per year.

All fees above include utilities, wired and wireless network, housekeeping service, out-of-hours service, Endsleigh insurance policy cover and hall activities.

You can live in Loughborough town. Our StudentPad website provides information on all university-approved accommodation options.

Our halls of residence StudentPad website

Student-athlete testimonials

Student Puellea, playing badminton

My experiences at Loughborough have been truly exceptional. I’ve been surrounded by outstanding staff and a supportive environment.

The gym facilities are the best I’ve ever encountered. This support has made it much easier to balance my academics and badminton.

In summary, my time at Loughborough has been fantastic.

Pullela Sai Vishnu Course: Business Analytics BSc
Sport: Badminton
Playing Level: Professional Badminton player
Headshot of Sanika holding a squash racket

My time at Loughborough, especially with the squash team, was truly unforgettable. The camaraderie, the intense training sessions, and the thrill of competition all contributed to an incredible experience.

My teammates and coaches' team spirit and dedication pushed me to improve every day, both on and off the court.

It’s a time I'll always cherish, filled with growth, laughter and lifelong friendships.

Sanika Choudhari Course: Physiology & Nutrition of Sport and Exercise BSc
Sport: Squash
Playing Level: Professional squash player

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