Our graduates are keenly sought after by high-profile engineering companies. These companies have past experience with Loughborough graduates who are enthusiastic and equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive contribution to their organisation.
Studying this course will give you a diverse set of skills that are applicable to varied career paths. This includes project management, teamwork, leadership, business acumen and people management. This along with the technical expertise will set you up for a successful future.
The range of destinations for our graduates is wide. From well-known companies like Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan, Bentley, Aston Martin, AMG-Mercedes and JCB to specialised engineering and component manufacturers serving the automotive industry. Due to its all-around comprehensive nature, graduates of Automotive Materials are also equipped with the full range of Materials Engineering career options.
Careers Fair
We hold our own Engineering Careers Fair. In recent years, over 80 companies have attended our fair to employ our students. This includes major consulting and contracting companies in the UK, as well as more local and specialist firms. Other major employers who employ Materials graduates, as well as other graduates, also attend the University-wide careers fair.
Career support services
Your time at Loughborough University will form a launchpad from which you can build an exciting career. With so many opportunities available, you’ll never be short of ways to improve your employability.
Our award-winning Careers Network team is here to help and support you, offering everything from CV workshops, one-to-one advice sessions and mock interview practice sessions to high-profile employer events. We’ve got everything you need for a really successful future.