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Loughborough University

Location

Loughborough University, Loughborough United Kingdom

Ranking

# =224QS World University Rankings

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320Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

International

26 % International students

About Loughborough University

Loughborough University has a vibrant international community with around 18,000 students from over 130 different countries/regions.   

There are two incredible campuses, both located in different parts of the UK. The beautiful, green ...
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About Loughborough University

Loughborough University has a vibrant international community with around 18,000 students from over 130 different countries/regions.   

There are two incredible campuses, both located in different parts of the UK. The beautiful, green ...
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Available programmes

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University information

Loughborough accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry. You can find out about the entry requirements for foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate study on our website.

You can also visit our international website for application information, including details about English language requirements.

You are also able to access our visa and immigration advice webpage for more...
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General

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The Loughborough campus offers world-class facilities for every aspect of University life, providing students with an unparalleled learning and social experience.

We are continually investing in state-of-the-art equipment to give our students the best possible opportunities to reach their potential. One of our most recent developments is STEMLab – a £17m centre containing the most advanced...
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Student life

Loughborough's incredible 523-acre single-site campus has everything you need for a convenient student life. To get to academic buildings, sports pitches, the Students’ Union and our halls of residence, you will be strolling through our wonderfully maintained open spaces and gardens.

When it comes to our abundant facilities, you’ll be spoilt for choice. On campus, we have bars,...
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Our aim, as part of the Loughborough experience, is to equip our students for every aspect of their life and career. Employers are impressed by the energy, enthusiasm and competitiveness Loughborough graduates demonstrate.

With placement options available on every undergraduate course, we pride ourselves on supporting our students to gain the vital experience and develop the skills employers...
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Tuition fees

We have a range of scholarship and bursaries for both undergraduate and postgraduate study.

Rankings & Ratings

Loughborough University is one of the top public universities in Loughborough, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=224 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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  • 2012
    #242
  • 2014
    #=244
  • 2015
    #=265
  • 2016
    #228
  • 2017
    #237
  • 2018
    #234
  • 2019
    #=218
  • 2020
    #222
  • 2021
    #226
  • 2022
    #231
  • 2023
    #=256
  • 2024
    #212
  • 2025
    #=224

Ranking criteria

Overall
43.6
Academic Reputation
29.7
Citations per Faculty
32.4
Employment Outcomes
23.2
Employer Reputation
55.3
Faculty Student Ratio
23.8
International Faculty Ratio
87.1
International Research Network
87.1
International Student Ratio
68.6
Sustainability
93.8

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #242
  • 2014
    #=244
  • 2015
    #=265
  • 2016
    #228
  • 2017
    #237
  • 2018
    #234
  • 2019
    #=218
  • 2020
    #222
  • 2021
    #226
  • 2022
    #231
  • 2023
    #=256
  • 2024
    #212
  • 2025
    #=224

QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.

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Campus locations

Main Campus

Loughborough University Campus

Epinal Way

Loughborough

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LE11 3TU

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