Ranked 1st in the world for sports-related subjects, Loughborough University is internationally renowned for excellence in teaching and research. As a student on one of our sports-related courses you will benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities and the world-renowned expertise of our teaching staff - plus all that our outstanding campus has to offer.
Why choose Loughborough?
No.1 in the world for sport
You will benefit from expertise which have seen the University ranked No.1 in the world for sports-related subjects in the QS World University Rankings for eight years running (2017-24). The QS rankings are based on the opinions of academics and employers, ensuring our graduates are among the most sought after across the sport sector.
A focus on employability
Our degrees are designed with your future career in mind. You will be taught by academic staff who are shaping the future of the sport sector through their world-leading research and have the opportunity to add practical experience to your CV by completing an optional placement year or getting involved with the Coach and Volunteer Academy on campus.
As a result of the teaching and opportunities available, Loughborough has been awarded 5 stars for employability in the International QS Stars Scheme 2023.
State-of-the-art facilities
The Loughborough University campus offers the largest concentration of world-class training facilities in the country, is home to national and regional centres for many sports, and runs the most comprehensive sports development programme in the UK.
Students within the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have access to the very best facilities, including bespoke training and testing equipment, the latest physiological, molecular and environmental technologies, two climate chambers, and a range of dedicated laboratories. These facilities support students in developing the professional skills needed to successfully pursue a career in the sport and exercise sector.