Loughborough is a small, safe town in which the University campus plays a major role. I was fortunate not only to enjoy my course, the teaching and the academic experience but also to build a life for myself on a campus and in the wider area. The University has a lot to offer students and there was a strong sense of community throughout, which I truly appreciated.
I made full use of the wide range of academic and study resources available, including the extensive research materials in the library and its online databases. I particularly enjoyed spending time in the library to complete independent work but I also made use of other campus spaces, such as the Students’ Union and the free study areas within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. There were always lots of spaces to study or socialise on campus.
The course provided an excellent environment to meet like-minded individuals, as there are a lot of opportunities to network with other students on the course who shared similar interests. This has allowed me to build friendships that I believe I will have for life.
During my degree, I had the opportunity to complete a placement year in social research with the Civil Service, which I secured with the support of Loughborough University. Based in their London offices, I was able to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills I had developed during my first two years of study in a professional workplace setting. I worked on a variety of analytical projects, built strong professional relationships and this experience ultimately helped me secure a graduate role with the Civil Service.
