A university with an exceptional track record

Top 10 Consistently ranked as a top 10 university in the UK Complete University Guide 2017-2026
5 stars for employability International QS Stars Scheme 2023
Best university in the world for sports-related subjects QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2025
1st Sports University of the Year The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and Daily Mail Good University Guide 2025
5 stars for teaching International QS Stars Scheme 2023
Gold Awarded gold for student experience, gold for student outcomes and gold overall Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
Top 10 10th in the UK for graduate prospects The Complete University Guide 2026

Why study at Loughborough University?

Located in the heart of the UK

Our central location makes it easy to explore the UK and our proximity to national and international transport links allows you to travel to destinations in Europe or further afield.

Build an international network and launch your career

We're here to help you get set. With connections to leading industry employers and each undergraduate degree including a placement option, you'll get experience and confidence to support your future career.

World-class facilities

We have the best campus and facilities in the UK (StudentCrowd Awards 2025). We continue to invest in inspiring teaching spaces, high-tech labs, and excellent sport and leisure amenities.

A warm welcome to an exceptional campus

Our campus is an outstanding place to live, study, play, and relax. Ideal for creating some of your best memories and achieving everything you can.

Guaranteed accommodation

Home is what Loughborough becomes to everyone that studies here. We have many halls of residence on our campus and international students are guaranteed accommodation for two years.

Amazing people enjoying a top student experience

We inspire our people to excel, and we make every corner of our campus count. We work hard to extract the best from our students and develop graduates who are capable of leading the way.

Discover why you should study here

We believe you have what it takes to succeed, and we can help you to the top of your game. See why you should study in the UK at Loughborough University.

What it's like to study at Loughborough University

Loughborough graduates join a 200,000+ strong international alumni network, with ties that last a lifetime thanks to our welcoming team spirt. Listen to what international students, Sudarshan, Viola and Violina, say about studying at Loughborough and how it provides a fantastic student experience.

Athul, an international student at Loughborough University

Athul Murali, Aeronautical Engineering BEng

My placement has set me up well to develop a career in the aviation industry and create a wide network which is incredibly beneficial at the start of one’s career.
Olamide, a student at Loughborough University

Olamide, Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng

Loughborough stood out to me because of its high rankings in both my field of study and student experience, and this was the balance I was looking to get at university.

*Complete University Guide 2017-2026