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Loughborough University

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Overview

Founded in 1966, the Loughborough University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Loughborough (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. This institution also has a branch campus in London. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Loughborough University is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Loughborough University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 58-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Loughborough University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Loughborough University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Loughborough University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Loughborough University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Loughborough University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1966 Origins date back to 1909
Motto Veritate, scientia, labore
With Truth, Knowledge and Labour
Colours Purple
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University Location

Address Epinal Way
Loughborough
LE11 3TU East Midlands
United Kingdom
Loughborough University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Loughborough University Phone Number +44 (1509) 222 222
Loughborough University Fax Number +44 (1509) 223 900
Other locations London

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Loughborough University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Loughborough University's academic range and degree level offering.



Loughborough University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Loughborough University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Loughborough University.

Loughborough University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Loughborough University's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Loughborough University's admission information.

Loughborough University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Loughborough University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Loughborough University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Loughborough University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Loughborough University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Loughborough University has more than 4500 international students.

Loughborough University's Admission Office Admission Office



(1509) 222 222
(1509) 274 403

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Loughborough University.

Loughborough University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Loughborough University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Loughborough University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Loughborough University's Control Type Control Type

Loughborough University is a public higher education institution.


Loughborough University's Entity Type Entity Type

Loughborough University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Loughborough University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Loughborough University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Loughborough University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Loughborough University's main facilities:


Loughborough University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Loughborough University's Library


Loughborough University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Loughborough University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Loughborough University's main services:


Loughborough University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Loughborough University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Loughborough University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Loughborough University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Loughborough University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Loughborough University's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Loughborough University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Loughborough University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Loughborough University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of International Accountants (AIA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Energy Institute (EI)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3)
  • Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
  • Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Engineering Designers (IED)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • TechSkills


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Loughborough University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Loughborough University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Loughborough University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Loughborough University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Loughborough University's Facebook page Loughborough University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Loughborough University's X (formerly Twitter) page Loughborough University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Loughborough University's YouTube channel Loughborough University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Loughborough University's Instagram page Loughborough University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Loughborough University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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