Moving to London as an International StudentÂ
Hello! I'm Rahil Shah, hailing from the bustling city of Mumbai, India. I am pursuing an MSc in Digital Creative Media at…
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Loughborough University London: A Journey of belonging, personal and professional growthÂ
International Digital Marketing MSc graduate, Asmi Borhade, shares her experiences of Loughborough University London in this blog post. Loughborough University London is…
Embracing Sport at Loughborough London Â
With its own Institute for Sport Business-related studies, and its location in the heart of the Olympic Park, it comes as no…
Life as a student Ambassador at Loughborough University LondonÂ
As a Student Ambassador and international student at Loughborough University London, I get the opportunity to experience the vibrant and dynamic campus…
Budgeting in London as a Student!Â
I joined Loughborough University in October 2023 and am writing this blog to provide an overview of how you could manage your…
Living in London as a Student Â
As a student at Loughborough University London, my adventure in the heart of the UK's bustling capital has been nothing short of…
A life of growth and discovery as a masterâs student at Loughborough University
By Mehul Shah, MA User Experience and Service Design Hello! Mehul here. I am an international student from Singapore pursuing my masterâs…
From Toronto to London â Struggles and Successes
By Frankie St. Louis, MSc Sport Business & Leadership As soon as I read online that Loughborough University was the #1 university…
My experience volunteering as a student at Loughborough University: Shreeya
In the bustling streets of Mumbai, India, I had a dream, a passion for sports, and a big goal: to pursue a…
Prioritising self-care over the exam period
Taking time away from studying during exam season is vital to avoid burnout and is important in maintaining good mental health. Loughborough…
Living comfortably during exam season
Exam season can be a stressful time for students at university. If you are living in shared accommodation, itâs important to look…
Facilities at Loughborough University
Hi, my name is Eddie and Iâm a third year Mathematics & Sport Science student at Loughborough University. Ever since visiting Loughborough…
My experience in getting a placement
Hi, my name is Erin, and I am a final-year Geography Student who has recently completed a placement year at âClimate Compatible…
Embracing comfort, convenience, and community: My experience living in catered halls as an international student
Hi! My name is Cheryl, and I am an international student from Malaysia in my final year studying Psychology at Loughborough University.…
Finding home away from home: My experience moving to Loughborough as an international studentÂ
Hi! My name is Cheryl, and I am an international student from Malaysia in my final year studying psychology at Loughborough University.…
My experience of being an international student ambassador Â
Hi, I am Safia, a student from India who is undertaking a PhD in Civil Engineering at Loughborough, and I am here…
My Experience of Living in Loughborough and Budgeting as an International StudentÂ
Hi! My name is Jen, and Iâm from Nigeria. I am a postgraduate student studying Biotechnology within the Chemical Engineering department at…
My experience at Loughborough University: Belonging, diversity, and thrivingÂ
Step into my extraordinary world at Loughborough University, where aspirations come true and a profound sense of belonging flourishes on a diverse…
My experience with the Realising Opportunities Programme
Hi! My name is Leah and Iâm a second year Criminology student here at Loughborough University. This picture is of me! In…
My experience of living in Loughborough and managing money as an international studentÂ
I am Viola, a PhD student from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. I came to England two years ago…
Making the most of life at Loughborough University as an international studentÂ
Hey there, my name is Yuki and I am a final year PhD student from China studying Materials Engineering at Loughborough University.…
My Gap Year Experience
Having a gap year can be the best but most nerve-wracking time of your life before coming to university. Or at least…
Moving from London to Loughborough
Hi, Iâm Sofia, a first-year student studying English Literature here at Loughborough. Iâm from London, so one of the crucial decisions I…
My journey as an Administrative Assistant on placement at Loughborough UniversityÂ
My name is Nicole. Iâm an International Business student and I am currently on placement at Loughborough University as the Administrative Assistant…
Donât let your disability hold you back!
My name is Erin (she/her), and I am a second-year psychology student at Loughborough University. Sometimes I canât even believe that I can say…
Why I Returned to Halls for 3 Years
Every time I say I returned to halls for all of my undergraduate studies, people seem surprised. I lived in Cayley for…
Tips From a Commuter Student
Hi! Iâm Rebecca, a final year Mechanical Engineering student who currently commutes from Leicester. Choosing to commute can leave you feeling worried…
Returning to Study
âOld ways wonât open new doorsâ. Truer words have never been spoken in my opinion. In todayâs globalised world where change is…
Tips and tricks to acing your GCSE Options
Hi, my name is Georgia and I am just about to start my final year of studying a Psychology with Criminology degree…
Do I have to be sporty to study at Loughborough?
Sports impact Ah â the age-old question: Do I have to be sporty to study at Loughborough? The short answer is, No!…
My Italian Exchange
Ciao a tutti! Although it has been a year since I left Italy, Italy has not left me, for it will always…
Starting something new
Hi, my name is Ash â Iâm a part-time finalist studying Sport and Exercise Science, due to graduate this summer. Thereâs an…
My Degree Show Experience
My three years as a Fine Art student were coming to an end. The Design and Creative Arts Degree Show 2021 was…
Placement: Work or Life? Or both?Â
Being an international student in the UK means there is a pool of opportunities that one can tap into. I, Tayeb Giani,…
5 things I wish Iâd known before starting my Art Foundation
Hi, Iâm Emma a final year Graphic Communication and Illustration (basically Graphic Design) student here at Loughborough University. I started my journey…
Loughborough’s Hidden Gems
Hey, I am Lucy and I am a Psychology student currently on my placement year. Having spent three years in Loughborough, I…
My Italian Study Exchange Experience
Ciao a tutti! Although it has been a year since I left Italy, Italy has not left me. Since my Study Exchange…
What I spend in a week as a student at Loughborough
Hi! Iâm Sophie, a final year Management Sciences undergraduate student at Loughborough. One of the things Iâve struggled with at university is…
The life of a 1st-year student in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Hi, Iâm Krishna, a first-year student within the School of Science, studying the Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry degree. Wow, thatâs a mouth…
The Benefits of being a Student Ambassador
Hi, Iâm Hannah and Iâm a postgraduate student here at Loughborough studying a part-time degree in MA Creative Writing and the Writing…
Exam Season top tips from students
Exams and deadlines can be a stressful time for students. To save you the stress, we thought weâd share the tips that…
10 memorable moments from my time at Loughborough
Hello! My name is Joe Dean and I am a recent Loughborough University alumnus about to graduate with a Merit in MSc…
A Day in the Life of a Marketing Intern
One of the many benefits of studying at Loughborough is the opportunities that come with it. A prime example is the ability…
The Benefits of Joining a Society
University can be a daunting endeavour. Coming to (usually) a completely new town/city, not really knowing what to expect, and the challenge…
Freshers 2021: Budgeting
There are a few initial costs that come when starting university, but donât panic! Weâve given you a rundown of what to…
Looking back at my time in Loughborough
Hey, Iâm Oliver, a 2021 finalist within the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering here at Loughborough â studying Air Transport…
My Loughborough Journey in 11 Memories
My name is Lety, Iâm a Brazilian-Italian Loughborough Alumni about to graduate with a First-Class Honours in Sport Science with Management, and this is my Loughborough journey in 11…
My #LboroGrad: Amy Ward
Ten years ago I started my undergraduate degree and in 2014 I experienced my first (and what I thought would be my only) Loughborough graduation ceremony.…
Careers and Gender Q&A with an Architecture student
Hi, my name is Danielle and I am studying B(Arch) Architecture, currently in my placement year (third year). During my placement year…
My Experience (so far) in Mechanical Engineering
Hi, Iâm Rebecca and Iâm a Mechanical Engineering student at Loughboroughâs Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, currently on placement with Mercedes-AMG…
What is it like to learn online?
Hi, I'm Lilymae and I'm a UX Design master's student at Loughborough Design School! Having completed my undergraduate degree mostly in-person (if you can…
Online learning: 1 year on
Hi everyone, my name is Maggie, and Iâm a final year Economics student at Loughborough. This year has been a rollercoaster for…
Top 5 Tips to Deal with Stress
Hi everyone, Leah Langley back here with my 5 top tips about dealing with stress. Stress is a natural part of everyday…
How to deal with cancelled exams and learning disruptions
With so much uncertainty surrounding exams and assessments this summer, we know how difficult it must be to plan ahead to University.…
How to prepare for a university interview
Hi, Iâm Olivia and Iâm currently a finalist studying towards an MEng in Aeronautical Engineering at Loughborough University. When I applied for…
Placements and career progression while studying a Creative degree
Itâs one of the biggest and most fundamental questions for students, âwhat am I going to do when I graduate?â For some…
Personal Statement Top Tips
Hi, my name's Elle and I'm a final year student at Loughborough studying Sport Science with Management. When you start your higher…
How to study during a pandemic
Hello! My name is Nyasha and I am currently a second-year student at Loughborough University studying History and Politics. Recently, Iâve been spending quite…
How to get the most out of a Virtual Open Day
My name is Shannon and I am a student studying an English degree at Loughborough. I am currently on my Placement year as an Erasmus student…
Top portfolio and interview tips
Iâm Lewis, a second-year student studying BSc Product Design & Technology here at Loughborough University. My course is based in the school…
Where Should I go, and What Should I Study?
Hello, my name is Leah and Iâm in my final year of studying Sport and Exercise Psychology at Loughborough University. For many…
Returning to halls – Blog by Lizzy Watts
Thinking about your accommodation for second year can be quite intimidating, especially because the time when you need to start thinking about…
Making the right choice for me – Apprenticeship Experience
When it was time to apply for university, I really didnât have a clue what I wanted to do. I didnât know…
My experience of being a Welsh student at an English University
Hello, I am Hannah, and I have just completed my degree in Sport Management at Loughborough. As you can probably guess from the title, I am from…
Introduction to Higher Education: What is University?
Hello, Iâm Eleanor and Iâm in my final year studying Sports Science with Management at Loughborough University. To many students, the prospect of Higher Education…
5 things I learnt 5 years ago
Hi, my nameâs Rosie and this summer it was exactly 5 years since I graduated from Loughborough University. As I watched my graduation photos pop…
Getting a head start with your career
Hi my name's Elliot and I'm a 2020 Graduate in Mathematics with Economics, and I spent 4 years at Loughborough including a year…
Top tips for acing your A-level choices (tried and tested by a current university student)
Hello, my nameâs Becki. Iâm from North Lincolnshire and I am just about to start my final year of my Sport and Exercise Psychology Degree at Loughborough. I understand that choosing what you…
10 Things I wish I knew before coming to uni:
The following blog is written based on my experience, it does not reflect changing government policy. 1. Look after yourself Moving away…
What to bring to university: Ultimate packing list
I remember the few months before I started at Loughborough, the excitement and triple-checking every student forum on âWhat to Bring to…
Adjusting to Uni Life: From Surviving to Thriving
My name is Dan Glentworth and Iâm a final year International Business student at Loughborough University. Iâm not one to worry, but…
Disability Support at Loughborough University: Mental Health
Hi, Iâm Chloe and like most first year students, I was delighted to have been accepted into Loughborough, my first-choice university, to…
How I manage my Anxiety Disorder at University
Hi, my names David, Iâm from Belfast and Iâm about to enter my fourth year at Loughborough University. I study Physics and Mathematics and…
âGeography? It’s just about standing in rivers and colouring in!â
After gaining my place at Loughborough to study Geography with Economics, my friends joked that I would need to take my colouring…
How to make your tuition fee worth it? Travel!
ÂŁ9,250 a year is a lot of money to spend whilst sitting in one place, in one library, just to get one…
Art foundation: A waste of time or the best decision youâll ever make?
I had a stereotypical view on foundation years to begin with, but I couldnât have been more wrong!I thought it was a…
My Aeronautical Engineering Experience
Hi everyone! My name is Seyi, I am a final year student at Loughborough University studying Aeronautical Engineering Firstly a bit of…
All That Jazz!
Jazz up your Loughborough experience with Tuxedo Swing, the Universityâs Big Band. About the Band With its roots back in the 1980âs,…
Read it and weep: Top 6 texts to read before you start your English degree
I have collated 6 texts that I think will aid you before you start your English degree, or texts that are just…
Keeping it Real â My placement Journey
Out of 25 applications, I got rejected 23 times before I said âyesâ to the placement of a lifetime. Getting There A constant iteration…
Taiwan, The Hidden Gem of East Asia
Why do a placement in a less well-known place? Well because in all likelihood it will be the most fulfilling experience of…
Loughborough: Why choose life in the bubble?
The Loughborough bubble is real and can be felt from the moment you step foot on campus Itâs the extracurricular activities, the…
Why I didnât choose a ârealâ degree?
How & why I chose to follow my passions into Higher Education. Since 2014, the number of A-level entries in arts subjects,…
A Year in Loughborough
Over a year in Loughborough University, and itâs already time to bid farewell Reflecting upon my time here, I am beaming with pride and…
Christmas spirit away from home: Having a bau-ble!
The best way to spread Christmas cheer, is singing loud for all to hear. As the end of term is just around the corner, University students might…
Commuting to University: My Experiences
Increasingly each year more students are choosing to commute to university. It can be for a multitude of reasons including family or…
Freshers Survival: by freshers, for freshers
Ask anyone, Freshers is a highlight in most peopleâs university experience, but it can also be very draining and looking after your…
To bring or not to bring, that is the question â my university essentials list
Follow my tips on what to bring and what not to bring for your first year at Loughborough University. First things firstâŠafter…
Once a #LboroFamily, Always a #LboroFamily
Heartfelt congratulations to the 2019 cohort (Yayyy!). We are as excited to welcome you into our family as you are to come…
Loughborough Uni Myth-busting
As Freshers' week is fast approaching, I've taken on the job of informing you, our new cohort of freshers, of the truth…
Day trips to make from Loughborough
A campus university comes with many benefits â itâs cosy, safe, convenient and economic. Loughborough University, like any other campus university, comes…
Results Day Reflections
Casting my mind back to my own results day on 17th August 2017 is odd. The pressures of A-levels were the most…
Reflections on Year in Enterprise- Being a full time Illustrator
Now having reached the end of my âYear in Enterpriseâ I thought Iâd take the time to reflect on how the year…
Settling into University life
Scared? Apprehensive? Worried you wonât make friends? Donât even know how to cook a meal other than beans on toast? First of…
Food for under ÂŁ5
Creating filling and tasty meals from scratch is a worry for most students at University. Once you've sorted out your weekly budget…
Being a sustainable student!
World Environment Day was on the 5th June 2019! Living on the 438 acres of the beautiful green and biodiverse campus that…
Art Degree Show 2019 Review
As a first year Graphic Communication and Illustration student, I took the time to look around Loughboroughâs annual Art Degree Show exhibition.…
8 things to ask at a University open day
Coming to an open day can really help to finalise your decision on which university is for you, and where you can…
Surviving on a budget
One of the biggest surprises for me at Loughborough was that the monthly expenses here could average to approximately ÂŁ300, if budgeted…
Out and About
A recent conversation with a friend, Kavi, made me realise about the status quo of âcoming outâ. This somehow seemed a very…
Our Uni best bits
With the academic year coming to an end, I think itâs important to remember all the best bits of the year as…
Making the most of the summer before University
I remember my A-Levels well and to say it was a stressful time for me would be an understatement! I definitely needed…
Becoming successful and employable
Itâs fair to say that most students come to uni with an idea of where they want to be and little idea…
Dyslexia: How Loughborough turned my weakness into a strength
I was quite apprehensive about starting university with my dyslexia. At school I was the only one in A level classes with…
Coping with homesickness at University
Currently, over this Easter holiday, Iâm reuniting with friends and family in beautiful Essex. Returning home brings mixed feelings since the contrast…
‘Does a Master’s really matter?’: Busting the basic stereotypes associated with Master’s Degrees
A couple of years ago, if someone had suggested pursuing a Master's, I would have said âas if!â. Had they said a…
Making Loughborough your home before you get here
So, this time last year I received a silver envelope through the letter box from Loughborough with a card in that was…
Preparing for those lingering exams
Stressed about your upcoming A-Level exams? Well itâs time to read the following blog, then get offline and stop the procrastination! Below,…
A Non-Sporty Guide to Living at the âSportyâ University
During my most recent conversations with parents and prospective students, I have encountered the following questions: 'How intimidating is sport in Loughborough?'…
Balancing your time at University
When thinking of what to write for this blog, I thought about everything Iâve been juggling recently. Iâve been in a play,…
Breaking the creative careers stereotype
Panicked about a career in the creative industry? Heard that stereotype of âItâs hard to make it as a creativeâ? Read my…
To my ladies at Loughborough
In the light of International Womenâs Day, itâs only right to celebrate women at Loughborough. Women in what can sometimes be perceived…
Diving headfirst into University
My Loughborough experience has been one of excitement and growth. Iâm very much an introvert so University originally seemed very daunting for me as I struggle to…
My home away from home
One semester into my course and I canât fathom how my last four months at Loughborough University just flew by. And this journey has been incredible! As I am half-way into my Masters…
From applicant to undergraduate!
Coming to Loughborough has been a huge emotional rollercoaster; but one that Iâm loving absolutely every second of. The truth is, university is about getting…
‘It’s down to the ‘Loughborough Experience”
I cherish the pride that I feel when going back home for the holidays and telling people that I go to Loughborough…
Finding your wings and learning to fly
Placement.âŻâŻMoving away from home.âŻâŻLeaving your comfort zone.âŻâŻThree scary things to think about, however has anyone ever wished they never did them? Moving…
My International Experience: Luqman
Almost three years have gone by since I started as a student in Loughborough University without me realising it. I guess this…
My International Experience: Lety
Moving away from home is hard, but moving away from across the pond is even harder; but, fear not, youâre not alone.…
A Year in Enterprise: Being a full time Designer/IllustratorÂ
Until recently, the âYear in Enterpriseâ option as a placement year was only for students studying a Business subject. Luckily, I discovered it had become an…
Tis the season to be working: Staying productive over Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Finally, we get our much-deserved break! We get to eat, sleep, relax, have fun and chill…
What made my 2018 so special
2018 was an eventful year for me, many things happened- from starting my second year at University, to going to Colombia to…
Reflecting on my year
This blog marks a year since I started blogging for Loughborough, and as clichĂ© as this may seem, time really has flown…
Conferences, Comedy and Culture!
As I reflect on the last year at Loughborough University, I am extremely grateful for the opportunities and adventures Iâve had as part of…
How to get into the Christmas spirit in Loughborough
First term is almost over and that means that Christmas is coming! Even though Loughborough is not a very big town, you can…
Final Blog: Summer Adventures, Life beyond our Solar System, and Goodbyes!Â
How time flies; welcome to my last Loughborough Blog! 😥 Read on to find about some of the things Iâve been up to in my post-graduation summer,…
5 things NOT to do when âGetting Women into STEMâÂ
Weâre doing it wrong. You see, now is a fantastic time to be a young woman in STEM, and it will probably get even better over…
Keeping motivated throughout term
I assume every student gets to a point in their academic journey where they ultimately feel lethargic and unwilling to keep up with the hectic…
Long distance relationships at University
This month I wanted to write something that is very close to my heart, which is my long-distance relationship. Many people in University will be thinking…
My Fave 5: Loughborough Town
In this month's blog, I'm going to give you my Top 5 highlights of places to go in Loughborough Town! 1) My…
Final words from an English and Drama GraduateÂ
Here it is, my final blog! It doesnât feel real, but I know itâll hit me next month when I donât have a…
Finding part-time work as a student
If you are worried that you wonât have enough money to cover your expenses during your time in Loughborough, keep reading and…
Getting cost-effective with food at University
Following on from last months' blog on budgeting, I promised to give you some of my top tips to be cost-effective at uni.…
Life after Loughborough – the master’s question
Studying for a master's degree might not be for you. You may be itching to go into the real world and truly…
Life outside the Loughborough bubble!
Itâs my second last blog for Loughborough University and Iâm writing all way from Australia! YES, Iâm back in Sydney! So remember…
Making the most of the summer holidays
In this blog post Iâll be talking about what I did over the summer holidays. Sun, sea, sand and ice-cream- what more…
How to make the most of your degree: career tips from a graduate engineer
I arrived at Loughborough in 2013, having never studied âengineeringâ in my life before. I didnât have LinkedIn, I had never had…
Say YES to opportunities
When the Doctoral College at Loughborough Uni sent out a description of this three-day opportunity in their e-mail bulletin, I was blissfully…
Advice for freshers â How to make your first year count!
For this blog I decided to write about some things for your first year that I would definitely recommend doing. Even though…
Cost-effective home comforts for your student room
Changing environments and moving into an unfamiliar place can cause a surge of emotions that, if not handled properly, can cause mental…
How to create (and stick to!) a budget
As the new academic year begins, itâs time to get organised. And as this month is National Finance Planning Month I thought…
Physicist in America
My name is Elliot and I am a Physics and Mathematics student currently studying abroad at Purdue University in Indiana. Last year…
My Summer So FarâŠ
As I am writing this blog I am halfway through my first-year summer break (itâs gone way too quick!). I have been…
What is going to Uni in a different country like?
Even though I was an exchange student in the USA, so I had experienced living abroad for one year, I had never…
Graduation & graduating
If Iâm completely honest, Iâm really struggling to find the right words to start this blog because it doesnât feel real that…
From the US to the UK
One of the most common questions I get after people hear that my accent is from the United States is: âWhat is…
Part-time work: maths, cocktails and purple t-shirts
âAbout 3,150,000,000â search results came up in Google for âhow to find part-time workâ. 20,000,000 search hits for âLoughborough part-time workâ âŠ.…
What to expect in your first few weeks of university
Tick tock, tick tock. Time is flying by and already the time when youâll start University is soon approaching. What will University…
Reflecting on my Placement Year
Dear readers, This will be the last blog that I write on the Loughborough Student Bloggers page. I have thoroughly enjoyed writing about…
Challenge X
One of the perks of undertaking higher education is the opportunity to participate for FREE in extracurricular activities that are only available…
The Final Countdown
Welcome to my July blog! Handwriting Good Luck Cards to Offer Holders Weâll start with a very rewarding few evening shifts with…
UCAS Clearing â 4 years later!
July 2014. Refresh, refresh, refresh, refresh⊠Keep on clicking, waiting for the results to show up on the front page. Heart racing,…
The End of First Year
So, itâs come to that time of the year again when summer exams finish, the wait for results begin, and a summer…
FIRST YEAR OVER
It feels like I started my first year in university a couple of months ago and now itâs over. I've made friends…
Tara & her mum – a university interview
So Tara, how was your first year at Loughborough? Tara: First year was so fun! My first year grades didnât count towards…
South Africa Challenge
As Business School students we are introduced to many opportunities and projects that we can take part in. One of them was…
Putting yourself out there
10 months ago, I made a goal to put myself more out there. Putting myself out there, for me, meant experiencing more…
Life After Loughborough
Itâs my first month away from Loughborough and boy do I miss student life! Before my Dad came to pick me up,…
What to do in the holidays to prepare for university
When exams finish, the first immediate thought is always on the upcoming holidays. What will you do with months free from education?…
Work hard, play often?
Hammocks in the library? Revision lectures in the pub? Sure, start-up culture and modern company values imply office ping-pong tournaments and free…
Why a PhD?
In this blog, I talk about my reasons for trying to earn a PhD, what I am researching, and a key support…
Saying Bye to My First Year
Today was the first day of saying bye since one of my friends is leaving home already tomorrow. Even though I am…
What to do in times of stress
So once again, Iâll be writing a blog post aimed at helping those with exams and big deadline hand-ins due to being…
Itâs official! My time as a Loughborough student is now OVER!
I handed in my last ever assignment on Monday 4th June and as soon as I clicked on âsubmitâ. Suddenly, I felt…
Coping with Stress
Stress is a neurological or physiological reaction to help us cope with an external event. However, in a world that creates interventions…
Results day blog
I decided to focus this monthâs blog on results day and the different feelings you may experience in the lead up to…
The Thief of Time, Balls, and Outreach!
Hello and Welcome to my April blog! This month, Iâm going to talk about The Thief of Time (a.k.a. procrastination), an engineering…
Eat healthy, stay wealthy
Eating in university is difficult. Okay, fine, cooking is difficult. Okay, maybe the part where youâre an average broke student, who doesnât…
Work and Play in the UK
Create Copies of your Work! A brief segue on the importance of backing up your work using multiple methods. This is actually…
Reunion Day
As promised Iâm back filling you in with another Q&A from my reunion day at school over Easter. As most of the…
Participating in Sports at Loughborough
Loughborough is a very sporty university with amazing sporting facilities (but donât worry if you donât play sports, I know many people…
How to keep motivated throughout the year
Weâre now coming to the end of the university year and with that comes deadlines and exams. I know how hard some…
The Sun and the exams
As the weather gets warmer and as days roll by the exam season seems to be approaching and closing in on us…
â40 days to go, what are you doing after uni?â
As Iâm writing this blog, Iâve just realised that my final ever half-term holiday as a student is over and Iâm becoming…
The importance of doing nothing / Teaching kids rocket science!
Hello and welcome to my April blog! Itâs the Easter holidays right now; Iâm writing this blog with a beer in my…
Visiting 4 Countries and Even More
The second term went by so fast and the Easter break is already almost over as well. Many international students use this…
My Journey through SAD
I come from a country that is warm all year round, with our December being our hottest month and July being the…
Why Educate Yourself?
Welcome to my most recent, and most provocative, blog entry to date! I am going to explore the topic of education and…
But Iâm bad at sports, will I fit in!?!?
This month I got rid of the Lboro imposter syndrome and I ran (rather, crawled) a half-marathon. But donât worry, itâs not…
An Easter in France
This month I thought Iâd write about what I did over the Easter Holidays and how we celebrate it with my family…
Reunion Day questions
As Iâm writing this itâs the Easter break and Iâm back down in London catching up with family and friends. Yesterday I…
Hunger Games
Do you find yourself always broke? Always hungry yet too lazy to put in the work? Endless boxes of Papa Simonâs Pizza piling up in your kitchen? Are you…
Learning engineering through practice
Exciting industrial trips, cool laboratories and fun projects are all highly valuable to engineering education - a little bit about these at…
Cultural Societies at Loughborough
Joining a society is a great way of meeting people that have the same interests as you. There are over 100 different…
How Not to Use A Milling Machine (March 2/2)
Hello and welcome to the second half of my March blog! Last time we flew through space (metaphorically), got chilly with the…
Two Conferences and a MURDER (March 1/2)
EVERYTHING HAPPENED. LITERALLY. Iâm pushing my luck with the word count this month and Iâve split this into a two-parter, so letâs…
A day in the life of a PhD student
Hello again! Now that the weather is warming up a bit outside, I wanted to take you through a somewhat typical day…
Surviving the ‘Beast from the East’
If youâre an international student who was raised in warm weather, or if you are naturally drawn to sunnier weather, then this…
Sport for ALL at Loughborough
For most people when they think of Loughborough they think, SPORT, well thatâs what I think anyway. From being awarded worldâs best…
Things to do at Loughborough if you love languages and cultures
This month I wanted to write about a big passion of mine⊠languages! I'm half French and am fluent in English (native),…
Library support
Having just come out of the dreaded exam/essay month, I can truly say I feel exhausted. But much in the same way…
Returning to reality!
Returning from any holiday to a ânormalâ schedule, whether it is work or classes, always feels like wearing new shoes: until they…
An unforgettable Loughborough winter
Hi everyone! Iâm Alice, a new blogger for Loughborough University and Iâm in my first year studying Industrial Design & Technology and…
My first weeks at Loughborough University
So, I am a fresherâŠsomething everyone will be when they first start at university, and I have just started here at Loughborough.…
Introductions – Meet Charlie!
Hi! My name is Charlie, and Iâm a 5th year Mechanical Engineering (masters + placement) student in the Wolfson School. I am…
My month at Loughborough
Hi everyone! My name is Simona, I am a first year International Business student from Slovakia and I am a new Loughborough…
First blog ever â about me!
I originally come from Russia, the land of bears and babushkas, but grew up in Prague, which conveniently qualifies me for Russian-Czech…
Goodbye, blogging! My 4 most memorable Loughborough moments
So here goes, my last blog! For a whole year, I have been (I hope) mildly entertaining with my tips and stories…
New Year and Student Stress
Happy New Year to you all! To celebrate the new year, a friend from the US came to visit. We first met…
Setting and Achieving your Goals – My 4 goals of 2017 and thoughts for 2018!
Its coming to the end of 2017, and with that comes some (willing or not willing) reflection on how the past year…
2017, itâs been a pleasure!
I think we can all agree that 2017 went by in an absolute blur. I swear that it was only yesterday that…
Freshersâ guide to exams â what can I expect?
So 2017 is coming to an end, and I hope you all have had a successful year so far and are looking…
Small business Saturday: Delhi Bites and Cocoa
Eating takeaway is something that I really enjoy doing. Sometimes you just need a break from your daily routines, errands, and studying…
My Rag goal 2018
Next year I shall be turning 30 and finally graduating Loughborough University with a Masters in Physics after five years of sheer…
#SmallBusinessSaturday
In and around Loughborough there are a lot of small local business that we can support. Some have been around for years,…
The days and nights of a final year student to graduate
December 2016 That special time of year where festive decorations transform spaces and, if you havenât already, you realise Loughborough is one…
Everything you need to know about the Careers Fair!
Every year the university hosts the largest Autumn Graduate and Placement Careers Fair in the UK spanning over two days exhibiting over…
A Whole New World
A day in the life of a Disney Intern⊠I'm Leigh Brian, an English student in the School of Arts, English and…
Relaxing at University- 5 ways from a confessed workaholic
As a student (and human in general), I like to keep busy. Having so much going on around me and so many…
Trying new things this November: Loughborough Student Union calendar
Itâs  well in to November now and all those clichĂ© pictures of fireworks are up on Instagram from Bonfire Night! The Student…
Financing and budgeting at university
As four wise individuals once said, âmoney, money, money, must be funny in a rich manâs worldâ. Cheesy Abba quotes aside, financing…
Travelling at University
Hey everyone, this month Iâve decided to write my blog post on transportation at uni, mainly on different ways of getting to…
Why should I go to a Careers Fair?
As a student on placement, and someone who did attend careers fairs at university in second-year, I can tell you that going…
Five reasons to join a committee and get involved
Towards the end of first year, I was approached by a few friends who had applied for the Yoga Society Committee. They…
My step in to the working world
Studying at university doesnât half provide you with experience! But does it prepare you for the working world? My answer is it…
How to deal with lectures
Lectures maybe something you didnât consider when you thought about uni. You may have thought, âWell, every student has them, so whatâs…
Homesickness
Homesickness is completely natural! Donât feel bad, university is a change, but donât worry, whilst it might feel scary now, donât quit.…
5 Hidden Gems Of Loughborough Town – My Five Best Restaurants, Cafes, Shops and Bars.
After a year of staying in Loughborough, I have managed to find a select few places in Loughborough that are perfect for…
Freshers’ First Day
The start of September can only mean one thing â UNI IS BACK! Not only is the excitement real for all of…
Moving here, there and back again
How is it nearly a new semester? Didnât I start university yesterday? It feels very weird thinking back to moving in to…
A new year of research
Weâre only a week into September but for me, review month is over for my research project! The week leading up to…
Year 13 to First Year. What’s the REAL Difference?
You braved it through A-Levels and successfully made it out the other side. With great results you reached the requirements for your…
From halls to student housing
Results days have passed, the primary and secondary schools have all returned, the summer is over and that means only one thing⊅
Settling back and preparing for final year
A month later and I think Iâve only just started to readjust to the British time after my study-exchange in Australia! At…
University halls: What to bring and what to leave behind – an illustrated blog
When it came to moving into halls, I was quite honestly, pretty terrified. I knew I would be fine, but nothing can…
Girls Into STEM
The sixth form college I went to has consistently been considered one of the best colleges in the country, indeed this year…
Winning in the third year!
So itâs now August, and soon a lot of you will be finding out where you are going to university. Some of…
Summertime madness
It is crazy to me that the academic year is over. Exams are finished, lectures are done and FNDâs are now no…
Australia study-exchange
And just like that, the six greatest months of my life are over, my study-exchange in Sydney has come to an end.…
Dear future Loughborough students – a current studentâs top tips
I really quite like my University, and being someone who doesnât like change I would quite like to keep it that way!…
A-Level results day and clearing – the highs and lows
If youâre anything like me, the topic of A-Level Results Day is one that was strictly off limits to everyone from the…
The jump from A-Levels to University
I can remember one of my A-Level teachers saying to me âYou need to find out for yourself. You won't get spoon…
An open letter to my 18-year-old self
The summer that youâre currently going through has to be the worst Iâve known. A level results are at the forefront of…
Results, reality, responsibility!
So weâve reached the end of the academic year and I expect a lot of you are thinking about the year ahead.…
Graduates
When I left school at 18, I wasnât ever sure that I would find a suitable replacement for the home I had…
Tara & Nicola: A-Level results day Q&A
Tara studies Industrial Design and Technology at Loughborough â we caught up with her about the advice and tips she has for…
My Study-Exchange Experience in Australia… so far
 As I am writing this blog, I am sat at the Surfer's Paradise beach at the Gold in Australia. I am reminiscing…
How to make the most of the summer months
Exams are over, the last day of term is approaching and suddenly your busy student life has disappeared. I am currently in…
If you never try, youâll never know
As the end of University approaches my friends have kindly helped me reflect on some of the best things about University life. From…
Getting back to my old hobbies
Coursework period has finally come to an end, and I managed to successfully meet all of my final deadlines for the year.…
First year? Completed it mate
Iâve finished first year! Iâm feeling quite smug because my flatmates all have exams and all Iâm doing currently is laying about…
Goodbye deadlines, hello Student’s Union!
So itâs June, and I can almost see the end of second year. I donât know if I am pleased by that,…
Money Matters!
I know exams are coming up and everyoneâs revising, but as someone that does a coursework-only degree, I donât think Iâm the…
Getting over that exam crunch
Even though I am currently on a placement year and when I go back to studying, my degree is fully coursework â…
4 simple stress relievers during exams
This academic year has gone past so quickly - I honestly remember moving into my student house like it was just the…
A crazy-busy, random month in Oz!
I know this sounds clichĂ© and cheesy, but the last month has been crazy! So much has happened in such little time!…
The Imagination of Nature
The Easter break is usually a time of coursework and the beginning of exam revision. I had a very big bit of…
Light at the end of the tunnel – exams and revision
So itâs that time of the year again. The majority of us who are still in education are coming up to that…
Study Trip to Prague
On 1st May, my course group and I flew to Prague, part of our coursework for Graphic Communication and Illustration. Our Programme…
Life after Loughborough
Cher once famously asked, âdo you believe in life after Loughborough?â Well, with our dissertations complete and our final University exams impending,…
5 common Loughborough University misconceptions- A Level student asks University student
For this month's blog, I thought I would put truth to some misconceptions A-Level students often have about University life. For this…
Open days 101
Open days can seem like a really daunting experience especially when it is your first time going to one, but theyâre extremely useful…
Six firm and insurance doâs and donâts
Hi everyone! Choosing firm and insurance university choices can seem daunting, but hopefully my six doâs and donâts will guide you through…
Networking at Loughborough University London
As we all know, the generic statement when you tell a person that you study at Loughborough is: âOh wow so you…
3 self-catered student food problems (and how to solve them!)
As a student, making sure youâre well fed can be the least of your worries when you have a deadline for Friday…
Making the most of a university open day
The time when you are confirming your âfirmâ and âinsuranceâ university choices feels like a huge decision. There is so much to…
Students can live healthy lifestyles
Being that it is the month of March, I guess it is safe to say that the New Year is well under…
The unstoppable Loughborough Students Dance Club
For the last three years, March has been one of my favourite months at university because it means that the Loughborough University…
Home from home
University really does become your home. Thereâs no denying that â and the people you share this experience alongside will almost become…
How to get a placement
At Loughborough University all courses give you the opportunity to do a Placement Year or a Sandwich course. You can gain a…
A trip to Vancouver
So February took an extremely unexpected turn, which I still can't quite believe myself. I'd spent the whole month up to my…
The Loughborough student experience
Deciding to go to university can be a big choice. Whilst university offers many exciting changes, change can be scary. This is…
Hannah’s guide to renting a student house
March came around quicker than I would have liked. Other than signalling that Iâm now half way through my degree after receiving…
Hello from Australia!
Eeeeeek! It has already been over two busy weeks since I arrived in Sydney and I can truly say that I am…
STEM Community Day 2017
STEM is an acronym used to encompass the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Every year for the past five years…
Nutrition and Hydration Week
Combine irregular patterns of working, sleeping, eating and drinking with a tight financial budget, and it can often be a real challenge…
4 books to inspire Loughborough winners
As it's World Book Day, I thought Iâd share four of my favourite books that, in all seriousness, have most definitely shaped who…
Deciding to live in halls
The âLoughborough University Halls Experienceâ is something which is hard to explain to those who have never experienced it. Even my friends…
How to organise your student life- 6 tips for the chaotic
So, Semester Two has come around and most students are already feeling the stress of tackling new challenges and piles upon piles…
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