Established in 1909, Loughborough University is a prestigious institution located right in the heart of England. Loughborough Uni is renowned for its top tier sports facilities, with its campus spanning over 518 acres to cater for its 18,000 students. Loughborough is considered the best university in the world for sports-related subjects, as recognised by the QS World University Rankings by subject in 2023. It’s a great place to go if you want five star research facilities and unmatched athletic opportunities.  

Aside from sports, the university offers an array of programs, from Creative Arts and Design to Bioengineering and Mathematical Sciences. Loughborough's research is not only prolific but impactful, driving innovation and contributing to significant advancements across various fields. Students are encouraged to challenge the norm and engage in problem solving that contributes to groundbreaking discoveries. 

Loughborough’s convenient location in the centre of England, and just 90 minutes from London, means that there are countless professional opportunities and experiences for both students and alumni.   

If you’re looking to study at Loughborough but want to live with iQ, you could enjoy an easy commute to uni from one of our locations just outside the city. Each round 30 minutes by car or an hour by train, you could stay in Nottingham at iQ Signal Place or iQ Exchange, or pick a stay in Leicester with iQ Opal Court or iQ Grosvenor House.