Loughborough University London

Loughborough University London can offer you something truly special:

• An outstanding quality of education from an internationally-renowned university
• Learning in one of the world’s most dynamic cities
• A campus dedicated to postgraduate study
• Full- or part-time options to fit in with your life
• Programmes centred on enterprise and innovation
• Opportunities to learn from some of the world’s leading innovators
• Teaching delivered by pioneering thought-leaders
• Research focused on the challenges faced by organisations
• Lifelong connections with some of the UK’s most creative companies
• Programmes developed to enhance your employability
• Networking opportunities with leading employers
• An inspiring, iconic location in one of London’s most vibrant and energetic regions
• Generous scholarships worth up to 100% off tuition fees

Teaching Excellence

Loughborough demonstrates the gold standard for teaching excellence according to the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (2017). In addition, almost 66% of our research is considered 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' according to the latest Research Excellence Framework (2014). Innovative teaching and experiential learning are at the core of our curriculum.

Our programmes have been carefully designed to offer you the knowledge, skills and experiences craved by businesses and organisations across a range of different sectors.

Employment Success

Loughborough University has been named the top university for employer-student connections in the QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019. The University is committed to enhancing student employability through a series of career development workshops. This includes mock recruitment tests, assessment centres and video interviews. 

• Cyber Security and Big Data MSc
• Digital Finance MSc 
• Design and Culture MA
• Design Innovation MA/MSc
• Design Innovation Management MSc
• Digital Creative Media MSc
• Digital Innovation Management MSc
• Digital Marketing MSc
• Diplomacy, Business and Trade MSc
• Diplomacy and International Governance MSc
• Entrepreneurial Design Management MSc
• Entrepreneurship, Finance and Innovation MSc
• Global Communication and Development MA
• International Management and Emerging Economies MSc
• International Management MSc
• International Human Resource Management MSc
• Managing Innovation in Creative Organisations MSc
• Media and Creative Industries MA
• Risk, Governance and International Management MSc
• Security, Peace-Building and Diplomacy MSc
• Sport Analytics and Technologies MSc
• Sport Business and Innovation MSc
• Sport Business and Leadership MSc
• Sport Marketing MSc

Loughborough University London builds upon Loughborough’s success as one of the country’s top research-led universities, bringing benefit to local and global communities with its applied research. Organisations from London, the UK and around the world will be able to work in close partnerships with a world-class set of researchers and research Institutes, allowing us to transfer new knowledge to all sectors through our enterprise activities.

Within the wider University community, there are approximately 1,000 research students who are all undertaking pioneering research in 100+ research centres, groups and Institutes. By choosing to study a research degree, students will not only be immersed in a research community which is supportive and nurturing, but will also have access to a rich research network which presents the opportunity to forge lasting links with industry. At Loughborough University London, interdisciplinary research is actively encouraged via research challenges, which seek distinctive solutions to regional, national and international problems. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), the University was ranked 14th in the UK and 9th among universities in England for research intensity.

Our cutting-edge research will underpin our teaching, providing our students with an education at the forefront of their discipline. Our students will have the opportunity to work with top researchers and industry leaders and gain first-hand experience of real-life problem solving. Individual projects will be motivated by challenges identified by industrial contacts within Loughborough University London’s network of partner companies. Opportunities for PhD study are available in all of our Institutes. For further information, please contact the University.

All applications for postgraduate degrees should be made online. For further advice and guidance on how to make a successful application, and access to the Application Portal please visit the website.

Loughborough University London continues to play an active role in the expansion of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park following the iconic London 2012 Olympic Games. East London maintains an established reputation as one of the most diverse and creative cultural communities in Europe. Following the Olympics, the Park has quickly become a popular metropolitan destination, bursting with shops, eateries and public activity zones. Our inspiring campus is situated at Here East, a central hub for enterprise and collaborative partnerships. With exciting new business opportunities and a thriving culture for small start-up companies, Stratford is a truly unique location for postgraduate study.

The University is convenient and accessible, with easy and affordable transport connections to central London, the UK and Europe:

• Ten minutes’ walk from Stratford International station, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), London Underground and several bus services, including National Express and Megabus.
• Westfield Stratford City is right next to the Park and has over 250 shops including Jaeger and Mulberry, and 80 places to eat and drink such as Wagamama’s and Nando’s.
• The campus is a 19 minute tube ride away from central London, giving you easy access to Oxford Street, one of the most energetic shopping districts in the world. From here, Carnaby Street, Bond Street, Soho, Covent Garden and Savile Row are all just minutes away.
• London’s major airports (City, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted) are between 15 and 60 minutes away, offering both international access and cheap budget flights across Europe and beyond.

'Studying at Loughborough University London allows students an opportunity to pursue academic excellence in a city that is dynamic and multi-culturally diverse. It is an invitation to experience, engage and expand one’s perspective immeasurably through a collaborative and inspirational learning environment.'

Anush, a student from India who studied within the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance

'The advanced education methodologies, excellent research and practice environment as well as the practical and real-world context, which have helped me more profoundly understand the media industry, are just some of the reasons I chose Loughborough University London. Located in London, Loughborough University London offers more chances to get employment opportunities and better cultural immersion.'

Su, a student from China who studied within the Institute for Media and Creative Industries

'The opportunities I have received from the University has been phenomenal. I've been offered fantastic opportunities, being involved with the UK's best sports technology start-ups, having presented at two Sports Analytics Conferences in London and Amsterdam, and I've even got to work with Chelsea Football Club to improve their fan-engagement strategy - I don't think I would have got this opportunity elsewhere.'

Charlie, a student from the UK who studied within the Institute for Sport Business