Another decisive factor for me was the support given by the University to secure an academic placement. Statistically, I found that Loughborough one of the best universities to obtain an academic placement, which I also found to be a great perk.

Choosing a Chemical Engineering degree was not an easy choice. I had taken Business, Chemistry and Mathematics at A level that I wanted to continue. I also wanted to challenge myself, maximise my intellectual potential and develop my interpersonal skills. From research, Chemical Engineering had a vast range of challenging subjects. Chemical Engineering seemed to be a perfect fit.

What I love about Chemical Engineering most is the ability to learn a wide range of topics, but how they always seem to connect through one way or another. One moment thermodynamics and mass transfer are unrelated, but they then seem to unite through reactor designing!

The facilities at Loughborough are always maintained to an impeccable standard. As mentioned previously, this is one of the main attractions from the outsider’s perspective. Pilkington Library is also fantastic for studying in; it has everything you need, from quiet studying sections and group study rooms (with whiteboards!) to a café for long studying hours.

The lectures and modules are structured chronologically, as well as regular problem classes alongside lectures. Problem classes help cement the knowledge from lectures through going through relevant questions and answering any questions from lectures.

When there are group projects, you are also assigned an academic supervisor. Constructive advice and direction are provided, as well as answering any queries, on the projects through regular meetings.