Celebrate the Festive Season with Loughborough’s Christmas Activities!
The Christmas season is upon us, and we’re thrilled to unveil our Loughborough Festivities Programme for the Christmas period. If you're staying…
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Pocket-Friendly, Party-Perfect: Save Money, Keep the Fun
Hi! My name is Saakshi Shah, and I’m from Kenya. I am currently studying Architectural Engineering at Loughborough University. As I come…
Budget-Friendly Gift Giving: Creative Ways to Show You Care Without Breaking the Bank
Hi, I’m Lily, an English student in my second year at Loughborough University from Essex! As Christmas approaches, I am here to…
A Great British Christmas – an International Student’s POV
Hello folks! I am Aishwarya, an MBA student (with placement year) at Loughborough University. I was born and brought up in Bangalore,…
Studying in the UK was a defining moment in my life
My name is Ayush Bhattacharyya, and I’m currently in the final year of my BSc in Psychology. Originally from India, I had…
Tips for the first term and beyond from an international student
Hi! I’m Haoyang Lin, a second-year student from the Design programme at Loughborough University. I’m originally from China. Moving to university this…
My first term at Loughborough University
Hi, my name is Muhammad Zahid Jiwani, and I am in my second year of studying Business, Economics and Finance. I am…
My experience of going home for Christmas after my very first term away at university
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Accents, freedom, friendships and heading home for Christmas – my first term at Loughborough as an international student
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Staying in Loughborough at Christmas
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My Tips for Hosting a Celebration Event on a Budget
Hi everyone! My name is Syazmin, and I’m a second year studying Economics at Loughborough University. As an international student from Malaysia,…
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Graduation: the perfect ending to my incredible Loughborough experience
My graduation in the summer of 2024 was the ultimate highlight of my academic career. After four years of studying through Covid,…
Moving to London as an International Student
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Loughborough University London: A Journey of belonging, personal and professional growth
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
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 London
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!
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
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 master’s 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 master’s…
From Toronto to London – 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, it’s important to look…
Facilities at Loughborough University
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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 ‘Climate 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 student
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
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 Student
Hi! My name is Jen, and I’m from Nigeria. I am a postgraduate student studying Biotechnology within the Chemical Engineering department at…
My experience at Loughborough University: Belonging, diversity, and thriving
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 I’m 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 student
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 student
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, I’m Sofia, a first-year student studying English Literature here at Loughborough. I’m from London, so one of the crucial decisions I…
My journey as an Administrative Assistant on placement at Loughborough University
My name is Nicole. I’m an International Business student and I am currently on placement at Loughborough University as the Administrative Assistant…
Don’t 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 can’t 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! I’m Rebecca, a final year Mechanical Engineering student who currently commutes from Leicester. Choosing to commute can leave you feeling worried…
Returning to Study
‘Old ways won’t open new doors’. Truer words have never been spoken in my opinion. In today’s 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 – 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 – I’m a part-time finalist studying Sport and Exercise Science, due to graduate this summer. There’s 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?
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 I’d known before starting my Art Foundation
Hi, I’m 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! I’m Sophie, a final year Management Sciences undergraduate student at Loughborough. One of the things I’ve struggled with at university is…
The life of a 1st-year student in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Hi, I’m Krishna, a first-year student within the School of Science, studying the Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry degree. Wow, that’s a mouth…
The Benefits of being a Student Ambassador
Hi, I’m Hannah and I’m 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 we’d 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 don’t panic! We’ve given you a rundown of what to…
Looking back at my time in Loughborough
Hey, I’m Oliver, a 2021 finalist within the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering here at Loughborough – studying Air Transport…
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