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It’s a friendly environment with lots to offer. Especially if you play sports. The societies are way too many in number. The halls are great and so is the safety and security. It’s a wonderful experience and it’s like a town in itself.
Thanks for this, we really love our community feeling on campus and we are glad that you're experiencing this too. Also happy to hear that you feel safe - it's so important!
Great Uni very nice and just amazing
Ahh that's lovely, thanks!
Very good uni, great for sports. Student union is main club which is good, Nottingham very close so nights out there are easy.
Thanks for the positive feedback! We love our Students' Union. And our strong transport links to Nottingham makes it easy for you to enjoy city life too!
Loughborough University is the place to be when it comes to finding a good study-life balance. Not only will you be able to focus on your studies, there are a wide variety of opportunities to play sports. The student union also hosts many outstanding events throughout the year.
A healthy work/life balance is so important and it's great to hear that you are experiencing this with us. Good to know that you're making use of our outstanding sports facilities and Students' Union too!
As someone who isn't particularly involved in sport. I have found that Loughborough has a lot to offer overall. I have found that my experience of things like freshers has been a lot better than my friends at other unis. I have also found the academic side of things well organised and easy to engage with.
This is great to hear! Our Students' Union worked so hard this year to make sure that you didn't miss out on the true Freshers experience so we are glad that their efforts paid off. Make sure you check them out on social media to see their upcoming events.
Loughborough University, honestly a solid 10/10. Everything about this university is great ! If you like some challenge and healthy competition and these are skills top firms are really looking into these days in potential clients, then I would say Loughborough University is meant for you ! So why waste your time debating on whether loughborough or not, head straight to your UCAS and make this a firm choice. Can't wait to see you!
Thanks so much for such a positive review! We are really proud of what we can offer here, particularly in terms of your employability and future career prospects. Make the most of our Careers Network - they give really valuable advice.
great campus experience, nice accommodation
Really happy that you've had a great experience so far and that you're liking your accommodation. Thanks for the review :)
Great sporting facilities with a lot of activities to do and a wide range of clubs and societies. Campus has lots of areas to study and do group work and projects.
Happy to hear you are making the most of what our campus has to offer!
Very good university and facilities, particularly if you are interested in sport.
Thanks for the positive review! We agree our sports facilities are amazing.
well ranked university with a wide range of facilities.
Thanks for the review, we hope you're enjoying your time with us so far.
Just a really good University.
Loughborough has great facilities not only for sports but for education, the uni also has so many things going on to allow people to get involved and make new friends. The uni allows you to have fun as well as get good grades and do well in your studies
This is lovely, thanks for sharing with us and it's so nice to hear that you're having fun! The Students' Union always has events on and one of the many benefits of campus living is that you're within walking distance of pretty much everything you need. It saves you time which you can spend revising and socialising!
I love that there’s a sense of community everywhere.
We are really proud of that too! Thanks for the review.
I am an international student and I have received so much support and help during my quarantine period. The community here is so diverse and friendly. I had no problem assimilating.
Hi, thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so happy to hear that you have been made to feel welcome!
Amazing sports facilities expected of a number 1sports uni in the world. Dissatisfied with online lecturers being hard to understand and follow.
Hi, we're happy to hear that you love our sports facilities. As far as online lectures go, we'd recommend you getting in touch with your lecturers or personal tutor to talk through any issues you're experiencing. Everyone wants you to have the best possible time here!
Loughborough university is good
no internet for my phone in the evening
Sorry to hear you're having WiFi issues! Our IT Services should be able to sort those out for you if you reach out to them. We are really invested in our internet services and continually work to improve them. We know the value of a connected campus!
too expesnive, the campus is very big and take long time to walk aaaaaaaaaa
Thanks for the review. There are buses on campus that you might find useful, they are very regular and can take you into the town centre too. Bigger campus = more to do!
The sports facilties are great and their website 'learn' is a great resource
This is nice! A lot of work has been put into 'Learn' to make it as user-friendly as possible. Glad you're experiencing the positive results.
it is a university kinda ok lol
Loughborough's a student friendly uni with a culture and vibe which is ideal for most. It's state-of-the-art facilities, especially from a sporting context, allow aspiring athletes to continue to compete at a high standard alongside boosting their studies. The focus and support on optimising your career after university has also been impressive.
Ahh thank you so much for such a positive and detailed review! We work really hard to make our students feel at home and supported so it's good that it is coming across. Glad to hear that you are enjoying our facilities too. We are very proud of our Careers services and hope that you can make the most of these during your time with us.
Hands on freshers experience Good lectures
University is good. Good facilities
So happy to hear you're enjoying your time at Loughborough! Thanks for the review.
Love the university, great place to learn
Glad to hear that you love it here!
Great experience so far, and it helps that the campus is absolutely beautiful.
So happy to hear you are enjoying it at Loughborough - we would agree that our campus is amazing! Thanks for the feedback.
The university is the best for any course and for sports courses it is the best. Its ranked the best for student’s experience also
Thanks so much for the positive feedback. We are very proud that Loughborough University is consistently ranked in the top 10 universities on UK league tables - and has been named as the best university in the world for sports related subjects for five years running!
A big part of the camaraderie extends from the sporting team spirit that many students are proud to be a part of. Having the largest campus in the UK means you get the benefits of socialising and organised classes as well as distinct nights out and trips to town.
Thanks so much for the lovely review. We are very proud of our close-knit community at Loughborough University and it's great that you are experiencing that too!
it's a nice university, and the campus is really large.
Happy to hear you are enjoying your time here! There is so much to do on campus, you can find a map and more helpful information here.
Good university, great facilities.
Thank you :)
Great campus, amazing sports facilities, very high quality education and student support. There are a reasonable number of club nights and some cool societies here to join, there’s also the LU motorsport team for those interested in racing and engineering.
Sounds like you’re having a great, all-round experience. Thanks for sharing 😊
A university I would recommend to anyone who loves sport, socialising and studying. It ticks all the boxes!
✔️ ✔️ ✔️ - enough said Thanks for the great review. We appreciate the feedback.
Having only been here for 1 month I could not have picked a better uni! Every aspect is incredible, and when speaking to my friends at other unis, it sounds like Loughborough can’t be matched!
Awww, thanks. Great review. There are so many reasons to join Loughborough.
Not a huge amount of facilities on campus, the student union offers a small number of societies with most of the existing ones only being for specific nationalities. The on-campus internet is very unreliable and often mobile data is just better and easier to make use of. Student Union events and services aren't too bad but are often just very crowded and somewhat misleading in description.
Sorry to hear you’re finding it difficult to find things of interest at the Student’s Union. It’s worth exploring a little further as there are actually over 100 societies to join. There’s the Surf Club, the Video Game Society, Quidditch, LSU Sing!, Belly Dancing, to name a few… plus there are country-specific and religious societies that are open to anyone. You can even see if there are any ‘Give it a Go’ sessions so you can try the society out before becoming a member. If you can’t find one you like you can start your own with the SU’s support. On top of the societies, there are 58 sports clubs ranging from American Football through to Wheelchair Basketball.
A very good uni. Everything is amazing.
Glad to hear that you're enjoying our time with us!
Still new to the university but can say it seems technologically advanced, with major installations and size, many facilities and opportunities, more than we can manage, especially in the initial stage.
Did you know that £350m has been invested in our facilities over the last ten years! Keep trying and I’m sure you’ll be able to make use of all the great stuff on campus before your graduate.
Great facilities………………………………….
I have only seen the campus for about 2 months -during Covid-19 - so I haven’t seen much. But in general, the campus looks amazing. I must complain about the level cleaning in various facilities however. For example, accommodations reserved for prospective students (at least in my personal experience), and the library… Filthy places…
Hi, thank you for your review. We're happy to hear that overall you've had a good impression of our campus. We are sorry to hear that you aren't satisfied with the hygiene in the library. Our Facilities Management team work to a very high standard of cleanliness and we're sure that they would want to look into your concerns. Feel free to drop them an email if you haven't already done so. The Accommodation team should be able to assist you with your concerns about your accommodation.
Good experience here, great facilities
Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences at Loughborough University.
Great Uni that is modern and not stuck in old ways. A uni that genuinely makes an effort for its students
What lovely feedback. Thank you.
Overall it's not bad. The careers network is non-existent, they will give you a few links but won't help as much as I wish they did. The campus is huge and absolutely beautiful. There are lots of sports you can try out, very expensive tho. Accommodations are good based on in which one you live, you could be in CP or end up in bad places such as Telford. The lectures are really good.
Great to hear you enjoyed your overall experience at Loughborough, both in and out of the classroom. Sorry that you didn’t get the experience you hoped for from the Careers Network. Even as a graduate you can still access services. This includes online advice, individual appointments, presentations and careers events. Might be worth giving them a second chance 😊 For information, advice and support on a whole range of careers topics, access to our online tools, and to find out more about the services and events, you can access the Careers Network online - https://www.lboro.ac.uk/services/careers/students-and-graduates/
University is great - the design school is incredible and definitely worth studying here for. Was here during the pandemic so didn't get to experience it fully but can imagine it's a great experience!
Glad you enjoyed your time at Loughborough. And I agree – the design school is incredible. Check out the Design, Creative Arts and Architecture Degree Show 2021 https://sdcashow2021.lboro.ac.uk/
A warm, unpretentious and positive environment to live and to study. The campus is very well maintained and provides a lot of activities for anyone at the university.
Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences at Loughborough University. Campus is definitely one of the top perks about being a Loughborough student. You can still have a look around even from home!
Despite COVID-19, this University has been fantastic and I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here! The support this year has been excellent and I have always known that I have people looking out for my wellbeing; when we were isolating, we had constant food deliveries and staff checking we were okay. Whilst teaching was online, my lecturers tried their best to engage and make learning as fun as possible. The campus is great and is undoubtedly the BIGGEST selling point - lots of green spaces and a real community. THank you Loughborough!
My experience at Loughborough has been phenomenal! The 4 years I have spent here have definitely been the best so far. I was extremely supported by lecturers and the facilities are incredible, which only made the experience during COVID-19 so much better than expected. Loughborough University has a very warm family feel to it which makes you feel like you're home. Its been an honour to have graduated from such a wonderful university.
Loughborough has a great hall sprit and social aspects. The facilities, lectures and staff members are brilliant and provide lots of support with anything you do!
Studying at Loughborough has so far been a very pleasant experience. The atmosphere at the University is very friendly with both staff and students. The modules taught are very well considered for each degree and the social life is also great with many clubs and societies.
Great campus life. Should have a student discount for buses to town.
Love this university! Super great place to live in too.
Great university, great experience, good facilities
I've been at Loughborough University since 2006, almost 15 years, through undergraduate, PhD and postdoc. Thoroughly enjoyable experience. The campus is beautiful, everything is walking distance.
As a first year student this year was both weird in the sense of covid ruining our chances to experience to them fullest what the night life is in loughborough however the sport facilities, campus and the overall loughborough community made me really enjoy my year.
It’s the best student experience you can get. Everything is tailored to enjoyment whether the sports or the nights out. Also the best VC in the country.
Great experience as a 1st year student and looking forward to using more of the great facilities the university has to offer next year!
I wasn’t able to use the campus facilities and student union much due to COVID however whenever I did use them I did feel satisfied. The clubs and societies available at Loughborough are varied and are accommodating.
By far my favourite university in UK out of the 20 universities I visited! The community is so friendly and welcoming and the facilities are insane!
You’re making us blush. Thank you for the positive words 😊
Bakewell is nice accommodation with lots of hall activities. It’s very hall community focused. Good campus and bus around campus. Not too far from town with enough student things to do and easy train to Nottingham or Leicester for more nightlife.
Loughborough Uni has a great social scene and social facilities. The teaching on the most part is pretty good, although communication to certain lecturers can be difficult/ inconsistent. Also, there should be more provision of department sport
I have really enjoyed my experience at Loughborough university so far and would say I am very happy with my choice to study there.
had a brilliant first year and I cant wait for the next year. Sports, social and learning facilities are all great.
Offers the best experience and the best courses for sport, engineering and art! Does what oxbridge can't
Absolutely loved my first year here. Even through a pandemic they did everything they could to support us.
A fantastic campus and excellent teaching, but the town is small so you have to be prepared for that.
good uni, solid vibe, still absolutely class through the pandemic
Couldn’t be happier at this University
I spent a whole year extra retaking my a levels just to get into Loughborough Uni and it did not disappoint. I’ve had so much fun here and the campus is beautiful with great facilities!
Attractive campus with great placements team and wide range of clubs and societies
I have truly enjoyed my experience so far. It’s been very inclusive and welcoming and has so many facilities available.
Going to Loughborough was the best decision I’ve ever made. Incredible community, outstanding facilities and amazing teaching.
Loughborough University has a diverse community of students and teachers which makes your experience there very interesting, educational and open! The facilities are various and high quality. The university also helps a lot with adapting or preparing for the real world!
Loughborough is the best University and you really feel like a big family ( I know its cheesy) but the atmosphere is great especially if you like sports and even if you don't there so much outside space to drink or party or chill around campus
An exceptional univeristy with a great environment and student life. A stunning campus as well as great social life.
I’ve enjoyed my first year here, I like the social life aswell as the education here
It’s a very student friendly university, you’ll make amazing friends and you get a lot of support from the university.
I wasn’t really able to experience the clubs, the societies and the union as I should have because of the pandemic. From the little I saw, I am excited to participate in it next year!!
Loughborough has a welcoming and friendly community with great facilities, excellent tutors and plenty of opportunities for students to get involved.
I came to Loughborough University as an International Student and so far it has been absolutely amazing in terms of everything! I'd definitely recommend this University to anyone out there :)
I had an amazing First Year at Loughborough and have met some amazing friends that I am living with next year. The online learning provided an interesting challenge but I believe that Loughborough approached it in the best way possible.
I came to loughborough thinking the nightlife and socials would be terrible, but it proved me wrong. The student union always has things going on and the interior is so spectacular as if it was some expensive place in London. Accomodation is very very well priced and just overall there is lots to do. Also in terms of jobs, whenever looking for jobs I get such positive feedback through the reputation of Loughborough especially in the sports industry
A fun time academically and socially, I would definitely recommend.
Considering the experience that was definitely possible given the year, nearly two years that we have had, Loughborough university has managed to give an experience that I am hugely grateful for
During my first year (2019) my student experience was excellent, vibrant, supportive, everything you would want from a university experience. Covid times were less so and I feel like most universities, lboro let their students down a little. Overall still a positive time.
Great uni, great facilities, great lectures. Also the union had societies for everyone and the support for sports is amazing.
Such a great community feel, all staff are so kind, helpful and supportive. The campus provides facilities for anything us students would need!
Since starting at Loughborough the idea of the Lboro family is apparent. The University does it’s upmost to look after each an every student whilst providing the best years of your life
Brilliant university, amazing campus!
Nice green campus good sports facilities could have more pubs and places for a night out around
Since joining Loughborough University I have felt welcomed and well looked after surrounded by passionate people who all want to have a laugh!
Had to stay at home too long because of COVID and it didn’t help that there were societies lacking when I got back
Good uni, and good facilities.
Excellent sports and academic facilities, great working environment, the University has done well dealing with covid for students living in halls
Very good accommodation in a good place on campus. The catered food could improve but it has improved since Easter, compared to the beginning of the year. Good variety of clubs and societies available. The wifi was often intermittent especially since this year the majority of courses were taught online so everyone on campus in halls were using the wifi consistently throughout the day.
Loughborough is such an insanely good uni. It does so much for its students and handled the pandemic year so well, allowing (& even encouraging) students to come back to campus, opening up the union for socially distanced events as soon as they could & trying to accommodate in person teaching wherever available. People say “lboro family” for a reason
The most supportive, friendly and student focused environment. Engaging lectures, inspiring students and insane opportunities. I really can’t fault lboro’s handling of the pandemic - refunded all accommodation fees for students that wanted to stay home, provided as many in person lectures as they possibly could, provided freshly cooked meals and a laundry service for isolating students. By far the only university that is worth the £9k tuition fees!
This year has been hard with all the restrictions, but it shouldn't take away from how students in Halls were treated. Imho, it was closer to younger years at a boarding school than an adult renting a room and studying their degree with the amount of restrictions at halls.
Great experience, amazing campus and even better people!
Life changing experience both personally and academically. Wish I could stay there for longer!
Good uni with high academic and career standards and good mental health support compared to most unis
Loughborough University is a welcoming and accommodating university, giving all of its students equal opportunities to achieve its goals
Bar covid, It’s been great so far. The one phrase I would use is “bubbled community”
I couldn't recommend Loughborough University more, it was my dream uni and it hasn't disappointed. Halls are brilliant, the community in each hall is amazing, you really do become a little family. I stayed in halls for 2 years, which was such a great decision but the choices in town are also great! The student support has been brilliant and the university have been so accommodating with my personal circumstances! I was apprehensive coming to Loughborough as im not massively into sports, but love watching them, but I haven't found that an issue at all! My lifestyle is sport for complete beginners and is completely free! Honestly couldn't recommend more! Great course, great people, great university!