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Contents Welcome
Why Loughborough? 02
At a glance 03
Congratulations on receiving an offer to study at Loughborough
What happens next? 04
University. We understand that the application process can seem
Accommodation 06
daunting at times, so we want to make the process as simple as
Fees and financial support 08 possible. This booklet contains all the information you need about
More information 11 the University, tuition fees, financial support and accommodation,
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) 12 so that you know exactly what to do and when.
Details correct at time of going to print (October 2017).
Please check the University website (www.lboro.ac.uk) for the most up-to-date information.
Why Loughborough? At a glance
Our graduates benefit from academic excellence, strong industry links
and year-long placement options on every course, giving them a truly INSPIRING
competitive edge for future employability. CAMPUS
A beautiful 440 acre
Our 400 acre (that’s equivalent to 7000 A strong sense of community spirit runs INSPIRING single-site campus
tennis courts) single-site campus offers
great facilities for every aspect of student
through campus and it’s not hard to
see why we were voted best for student
EMPLOYABILITY 1st for University Facilities
(Whatuni Student Choice
life. You’ll find plenty of open spaces, experience over the last decade in Home to the UK’s Awards 2017)
gardens and sports areas scattered the Times Higher Education Student largest careers fair
1st for high quality facilities
amongst academic buildings, student Experience Survey 2017. A year-long industry placement (Times Higher Education Student
accommodation, cafés and shops. option on every course Experience Survey 2017)
1,500+ students on 1st for overall satisfaction
year-long placements with with student living experience
nearly 600 companies (Student Barometer 2016)
(2015-16 academic year)
Average starting salary
£27,300 for students who have
done a placement year
(DLHE 2016 graduates)
INSPIRING STUDENTS
Best student experience for the last
decade in the Times Higher Education
INSPIRING LEARNING Student Experience Survey 2017
1st for Giving Back
Awarded gold in the Teaching (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2017)
Excellence Framework (TEF)
1st for overall satisfaction with the
First in the UK for learning resources in University (Student Barometer 2016)
the National Student Survey 2017
Awarded seven Queen’s Anniversary
Prizes, only Oxford has more
Brand new £17 million STEMLab
opened in 2017
TIMES HIGHER THE COMPLETE THE TIMES
GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY
EDUCATION STUDENT UNIVERSITY GOOD UNIVERSITY
GUIDE 2018
EXPERIENCE SURVEY GUIDE 2018 GUIDE 2018
RANKED 6TH
BEST STUDENT TOP 10 RANKED 7TH
EXPERIENCE FOR THE
LAST DECADE 2007-2017
Watch our short film at:
02 www.lboro.ac.uk/year-review 03
What happens next?
SEPT JAN
We’ve put together a handy list of key dates in the admissions process.
For more information on UCAS dates and deadlines, see www.ucas.com
If you have any questions about your application to Loughborough,
take a look at the admissions frequently asked questions on
our website. Alternatively, our Undergraduate Admissions Team ADMISSIONS APPLICATIONS 15 JANUARY
will be happy to help. PROCESS RECEIVED FROM STANDARD APPLICATION
DEADLINE.
E: admissions@lboro.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1509 223522 BEGINS SEPTEMBER
MAY JUNE JUL AUG SEPT OCT
2 MAY 7 JUNE JULY ONWARDS 16 AUGUST FROM 24 SEPTEMBER 1 OCTOBER
DEADLINE FOR RESPONDING TO DEADLINES FOR RESPONDING EARLY EXAM RESULTS A LEVEL RESULTS PUBLISHED. NEW STUDENTS START FIRST DAY OF TERM
OFFERS FOR APPLICANTS WITH TO YOUR OFFER. PUBLISHED (non-A Level only). Applicants who have ARRIVING AT THE UNIVERSITY.
A UK/EU POSTAL ADDRESS. (if all your university choices met the conditions of their offer will The actual date depends on your
(if all your university choices responded by 2 May).
19 JULY have their place confirmed and will hall of residence and you will be
responded by 31 March). DEADLINES FOR RESPONDING be sent information about informed nearer the time.
30 JUNE TO YOUR OFFER . registration.
(if all university choices responded
FROM LATE MAY DEADLINE FOR ALL
by 12 July).
Applicants who have not met the
RECEIVE INFORMATION ABOUT APPLICATIONS. conditions of their offer may still
Applicants who have be accepted if there are spaces
APPLYING FOR UNIVERSITY
met the conditions of their offer on their chosen course or offered
ACCOMMODATION.
will have their place confirmed.
(firm choice applicants only) an alternative degree course.
Applicants who have not Alternatively they will be released
met the conditions of their offer to take up their insurance choice
may have to wait until the university course or enter Clearing.
receives all exam results before a
ACCOMMODATION APPLICATION
decision is made.
OPENS FOR STUDENTS WITH A
CONDITIONAL OFFER.
31 JULY
ACCOMMODATION 31 AUGUST
REGISTRATION DEADLINE. DEADLINE FOR MEETING ALL
for firm choice applicants to be OFFER CONDITIONS.
guaranteed accommodation.
You will be sent information about
the next steps in terms of your
04 accommodation application. 05
Accommodation
– live, study, enjoy
We have a total of 15 undergraduate halls of residence, providing a
mix of catered and self-catered accommodation for you to call home.
If you make Loughborough your firm choice we will contact you in May
with more information about what we have to offer and how to apply
for your University accommodation.
Home from home Our guarantee
Our halls of residence are safe, well- If you make Loughborough your firm
managed and comfortable, so you will choice through UCAS and register
be perfectly placed to begin your for accommodation by the end of
University experience. In addition to July, we will guarantee you a room
support from the warden team, our hall in University accommodation for the
managers and maintenance staff are first year of study. You will be able to
always there to help. apply for accommodation once your
place has been confirmed (usually
Each hall has a student committee who after examination results have been
will organise a range of activities to published).
enhance your Loughborough experience
– they’ll also be around when you very You will also be guaranteed a further
first arrive on campus to help you year of University accommodation
move in. provided you apply for your
accommodation before the January
Campus accommodation is about deadline of that year.
convenience, community and not having
to get a bus to and from lectures! There If you come to Loughborough as an
are dining halls, restaurants, cafés, insurance student your accommodation
bars, shops, banks, the Students’ Union, is guaranteed if you apply before
launderettes, bike storage and more all 31 August.
on your doorstep.
For more information
You will make lifelong friends and build Our Student Accommodation Centre
your own Loughborough family, getting team are here for you, offering
involved in everything from organised advice and support for all your
socials to charity fundraising or even our accommodation needs.
inter-hall sporting competition.
For more information including ACCOMMODATION: KEY POINTS
information on accommodation fees,
take a look on our website. • Register for accommodation from from late May onwards
• We have 15 undergraduate halls (catered and self-catered)
• Catered halls offer flexible dining aligned to student lifestyle
• Healthy food freshly cooked by our in-house team of chefs
For more information visit: • All halls have wardens and sub-wardens to support you
• Great locations – no need to get a bus to lectures, facilities or home at night
www.lboro.ac.uk/accommodation • Huge choice of off-campus accommodation
06 07
Fees and
financial support
What are the tuition fees? Please note that fees are considerably Estimated living expenses for 2018/19 Don’t forget costs will vary according to
The full time international tuition fees reduced during placement years – your chosen accommodation and personal
for 2018/19 are outlined in the table see our website for more information. Undergraduate students – based on 39 weeks requirements. In particular, whether you choose
below. You should plan for inflationary Your fees can be paid by instalments at in UK catered or self-catered accommodation.
increases in future years. no extra charge. Loughborough is not an expensive town to live
in when compared to major UK cities. However, Below is an approximate breakdown of likely
DESCRIPTION UNDERGRADUATE Financial support students and their sponsors should budget costs for single students in catered and self-
There are several types of financial appropriately and allow at least £1,040 per catered accommodation. You should, however,
Band A £16,400 support available to help international month for the duration of study (inclusive of all consider putting together your own specific
Band B £20,500 students fund their studies: major living expenses such as accommodation, budget based on your choices. The exact prices
• Loughborough University food, clothing, books and local travel, but for 2018-19 will be published by the end of
Band C £17,500 excluding fees).
International Scholarships November 2017 on the University’s website.
• Home country government funding
You can also find details of each course • Sport scholarships COST CATERED SELF-CATERED RENTED SHARED
fee as part of the appropriate course • Music scholarships (based on 17/18 fees) HALL £ HALL £ HOUSE £ (off-campus)
listing on our website.
Average Hall fees/rent 6,265 4,700 4,160
www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/ Remember, if your course involves (39 weeks) (39 weeks) (25 weeks)
courses a placement year you will have the Utilities 0 0 520
opportunity to earn some additional Food 390 1,170 1,560
The above fees are for ONE academic money to supplement your living costs. Laundry/household 200 200 260
year of study only; undergraduate Your tuition fee for this year is much Travel 280 280 280
degree programmes are usually taught lower than your standard tuition fee. Course costs/books 350 350 350
over a minimum of three years.
Insurance 0 0 100
Telephone 285 285 285
Clothing 225 225 225
Leisure 895 895 895
Total 8,890 8,105 8,585
*Insurance is included for possessions inside your room only. You do have the option to upgrade your cover.
GETTING HERE
Students should also allow for the costs of return flights to the UK and for the freighting
of possessions.
For information on our complementary Heathrow pick-up service please contact the
International Office.
www.lboro.ac.uk/international/offer-holders/getting-here/heathrow-coach-service
Please note that living expenses should NOT be paid to the University.
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Loughborough University Home country government funding More information
International Scholarships You are advised to research opportunities for
Over 100 scholarships will be available for receiving funding from your home government
entry in 2018 to new self-financing, full-time before arriving in the UK. Loughborough Your career and future employability Online chat events
students eligible to pay international fees. These University is listed as a recommended, Ministry- We pride ourselves on producing employable We will hold a series of online web chats where
scholarships will cover up to 25% of the course approved institution in many countries around graduates that are highly sought after by you can talk to current students from various
tuition fee and will be credited to the student’s the world. employers – that’s why Loughborough University countries represented on campus. Find out
tuition fee account. You will be automatically was voted 2nd in the UK for job prospects at the more about what it’s like to live and study at
considered; there’s no need to apply separately. Sports scholarships Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2017. Loughborough University and get any outstanding
Scholarships are available for athletes questions answered.
Applicable academic schools performing at an elite level who have already 100% of our undergraduate courses include www.lboro.ac.uk/international/web-chat
and departments been offered a place to study at Loughborough a year-long, paid work placement option,
• Business and Economics University. The value varies from £500- allowing you to gain valuable work experience The International Office
• Chemical Engineering* £3,500. More details about sport scholarship whilst applying your learning in an industry The International Office is made up of a team
• Chemistry opportunities and the application process can be environment. of specialist staff that are dedicated to helping
students from across the world. Every year we
• Architecture, Civil and Building Engineering found here: loughboroughsport.com
Loughborough University is home to the UK’s visit more than 30 countries to meet with
• Computer Science
largest annual campus careers fair, attracting prospective students and their families. To find
• Design Music scholarships over 200 employers and in excess of 6,000 out when we are next coming to your country
• English and Drama You can apply for music scholarships from please visit our website.
students. The University’s Careers Network also
• Geography November 2018 (for 2018 entry) and auditions www.lboro.ac.uk/international
provides free guidance and support to students.
• Materials Engineering will be held in February 2019. Scholarships are www.lboro.ac.uk/careers E: international-office@lboro.ac.uk
• Mathematical Sciences to the value of £500, with up to three available.
• Physics Subsidised music tuition is also available by T: +44 (0)1509 222201
Part-time work
• Politics, History and International Relations audition to students who wish to develop their Many students supplement their income with
• Social Sciences learning of an instrument. CAS and visa application
part-time work during their studies. The Careers Before applying for your visa (or a visa
• Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences Network run a job shop advertising part-time extension) you will need a CAS statement from
• Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing temporary work and other opportunities both on Loughborough University. The CAS statement
Engineering and off campus. Please note that Tier 4 visas for gives information on the course you have been
* Chemical Engineering also offer a bursary of 10% of the tuition undergraduate degree study will generally allow accepted onto, what level it is, how long it lasts,
fee (payable as a fee reduction) to all self-financing, international part-time work which is limited to no more than what the tuition fees are and what documents the
fee-paying students who are not in receipt of another University 20 hours per week during term-time. University used to accept you.
or departmental bursary or scholarship and who select
Loughborough University as their firm (first) choice through UCAS.
See our campus You will be provided with a CAS once you have
We understand that you might not get chance meet the full conditions of your offer and
to visit us when travelling from overseas, so confirmed how you will be funding your studies.
You cannot use the CAS to apply for a visa earlier
we’ve put together a selection of 360° tours of
than three months before your start date, so we
our campus. You can tour our facilities and get a
normally start to issue CAS from June onwards for
feel for life at Loughborough University from the those students starting studies in the autumn.
comfort of your own home.
www.lboro.ac.uk/virtualtour For more information on your CAS and Visa
application, see our website.
If you are able to visit us, we’d love to show
you around. You can find details of our regular Data protection
campus tours on the University website. If you are firmly accepted by the University, your
www.lboro.ac.uk/campus-tours contact details will be forwarded to Loughborough
University Students’ Union prior to the start of the
academic year for them to distribute information
on services and events for new students. If you do
not wish for your contact details to be passed to
Loughborough University Students’ Union, please
inform us in writing.
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Academic Technology
Approval Scheme (ATAS)
Students wishing to study certain undergraduate courses at UCAS PROGRAMME COURSE JACS
Loughborough University may require an Academic Technology COURSE LENGTH CODE
CODE
Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
H403 MEng Aeronautical Engineering 4 years H400
This scheme aims to help stop the Courses that are included in the H402 MEng Aeronautical Engineering (with placement year) 5 years H400
spread of knowledge and skills that scheme are listed opposite. You will H343 MEng Automotive Engineering 4 years H330
could be used in the proliferation of need to obtain an ATAS certificate H342 MEng Automotive Engineering (with placement year) 5 years H330
weapons of mass destruction (WMD) before applying for a student visa or J552 MEng Automotive Materials 4 years J500
and their means of delivery. It is extension if you wish to study one of J553 MEng Automotive Materials (with placement year) 5 years J500
specifically designed to ensure that these courses. J5BW MEng Biomaterials Engineering 4 years J500
those applying for Masters-level study
J5BX MEng Biomaterials Engineering (with placement year) 5 years J500
in certain sensitive subjects do not
acquire knowledge that could potentially H803 MEng Chemical Engineering 4 years H800
be used in the development of WMD. H802 MEng Chemical Engineering (with placement year) 5 years H800
J502 MEng Materials Science and Engineering 4 years J500
J503 MEng Materials Science and Engineering (with placement year) 5 years J500
H303 MEng Mechanical Engineering 4 years H300
H302 MEng Mechanical Engineering (with placement year) 5 years H300
F312 MPhys Engineering Physics 4 years F311
F313 MPhys Engineering Physics (with placement year) 5 years F311
F303 MPhys Physics 4 years F300
F304 MPhys Physics (with placement year) 5 years F300
FG3C MPhys Physics and Mathematics 4 years F300
FG3D MPhys Physics and Mathematics (with placement year) 5 years F300
Certain key pieces of information are required in If you have any queries relating to your ATAS
order to apply for your ATAS certificate, such as application, please email the Admissions Office
the JACS code and course length (both given in or visit the ATAS website:
the table above.) Please note that UCAS course E: admissions@lboro.ac.uk
codes are different to JACS codes. The UCAS www.gov.uk/guidance/academic-technology-
code must not be used for this purpose. approval-scheme
For further information on applying for an ATAS
certificate please see our website:
www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/supporting/atas
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Campus map
maps.lboro.ac.uk
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Useful contacts
Undergraduate Admissions
E. admissions@lboro.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1509 223522
Student Accommodation Centre
E: sac@lboro.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1509 274488
@lborouniversity
Student Services
www.lboro.ac.uk/studentservices T: +44 (0)1509 222765 /lborouniversity
International Office
E: international-office@lboro.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1509 222201 /lborouniversity
UCAS
69881/CPS/Sept17
/lborouniversity
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