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At Loughborough University, excellence isn’t just a promise - it’s proven. Ranked 6th in the UK1 and Top 10 for Business, Management, and Marketing2, the University delivers a postgraduate experience that opens doors worldwide. Join a vibrant global community of 18,000+ students from 130 countries, and study at a university where ambition becomes achievement!
1 Complete University Guide 20252 The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Loughborough Business School's Triple Accreditation
Held by only 1% of business schools worldwide
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Gain practical experience through the Loughborough Consultancy Project
A key component of the MSc programmes at Loughborough Business School is the opportunity to participate in a Consultancy Project. The projects allow you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges, enhance your employability through practical experience, and maximise your networking opportunities for career advancement.
Available for the following subject areas:
- Business, Management and Marketing (MSc Business Analytics, MSc Human Resource Management, MSc International Business, MSc Management, MSc Marketing)
- Accounting and Finance (MSc Accounting and Finance, MSc Finance, MSc Finance and Management)
- Economics
- Project Management
Supply Chain Management
- Gain cutting-edge theory and practical skills on this unique programme jointly created by Loughborough University and MIT CTL.
- Graduate with a Loughborough University MSc degree and a prestigious Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate from MIT SCALE Network, plus exclusive MIT Associate Alumni status.
- Enjoy a three-week MIT Boston residential where you will benefit from advanced training, industry talks, team challenges, and facility tours of the number one ranked university in the world.****
- Course options:
. MSc Supply Chain Management
MBA
- Fully accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
- Join our recently refreshed programme covering key themes including Purposeful Leadership, Value Creation, and a Capstone Challenge project.
- Gain practical work experience with the year in internship pathway.
- Course options:
The Loughborough Full-Time MBA
Project Management
- This will be the first project management programme in the UK to provide a behavioural project management pathway.
- Gain practical experience and skills with the Consultancy Project and an outdoor experiential learning component.
- Enjoy interdisciplinary learning across three academic departments.
- Course options:
. MSc Project Management
Accounting and Finance
- Top 15 in the UK for Accounting and Finance**.
- With the MSc degrees in Finance, you will develop a sought-after mix of financial expertise and robust professional skills.
- With MSc degree in Finance and Economics, you will become a well-trained, numerate economist capable of applying complex methods to address real-world problems.
- Course options:
. MSc Finance (CFA affiliated)
. MSc Finance and Management (CIMA accredited)
. MSc Finance and Global Trading (CFA affiliated)
. MSc Economics
. MSc Accounting and Finance
Economics
- Top 15 in the UK for Economics***.
- You will become a well-trained, numerate economist capable of applying complex methods to address real-world problems.
- Choose from one of three pathways to completion to tailor the programme towards your academic interests and career aspirations.
- Course options:
. MSc Economics
Business, Management and Marketing
- Top 150 in the world for Business and Management Studies*.
- Gain practical experience and skills with the Loughborough Consultancy Project, available on several programmes.
- Open the door to a wide range of careers with future-focused content taught by leading academics.
- Course options:
• MSc Business Analytics
• MSc Business Psychology (ABP accredited)
• MSc Human Resource Management (CIPD accredited)
• MSc Information Systems and Digital Innovation
• MSc International Business
• MSc Management
• MSc Marketing (CIM accredited)
Supply Chain Management
MBA
Project Management
- Gain cutting-edge theory and practical skills on this unique programme jointly created by Loughborough University and MIT CTL.
- Graduate with a Loughborough University MSc degree and a prestigious Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate from MIT SCALE Network, plus exclusive MIT Associate Alumni status.
- Enjoy a three-week MIT Boston residential where you will benefit from advanced training, industry talks, team challenges, and facility tours of the number one ranked university in the world.****
- Course Options:
- This will be the first project management programme in the UK to provide a behavioural project management pathway.
- Gain practical experience and skills with the Consultancy Project and an outdoor experiential learning component.
- Enjoy interdisciplinary learning across three academic departments.
- Course options:
- Fully accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
- Join our recently refreshed programme covering key themes including Purposeful Leadership, Value Creation, and a Capstone Challenge project.
- Gain practical work experience with the year in internship pathway.
- Course options:
. The Loughborough Full-Time MBA
. MSc Project Management
. MSc Supply Chain Management
Business, Management and Marketing
Accounting and Finance
Economics
- Top 15 in the UK for Accounting and Finance**.
- Develop a sought-after mix of financial expertise and robust professional skills.
- Gain practical experience with the Loughborough Consultancy Project, or an immersive trading module on the MSc Finance and Global Trading.
- Course options:
- Top 15 in the UK for Economics***
- You will become a well-trained, numerate economist capable of applying complex methods to address real-world problems.
- Choose from one of three pathways to completion to tailor the programme towards your academic interests and career aspirations.
- Course options:
- Top 200 in the world for Business and Management Studies.*
- Gain practical experience and skills with the Loughborough Consultancy Project, available on several programmes.
- Open the door to a wide range of careers with future-focused content taught by leading academics.
- Course options:
. MSc Accounting and Finance
. MSc Finance (CFA affiliated)
. MSc Finance and Global Trading (CFA affiliated)
. MSc Finance and Management (CIMA accredited)
. MSc Economics
. MSc Business Analytics
. MSc Business Psychology (ABP accredited)
. MSc Human Resource Management (CIPD accredited)
. MSc Information Systems and Digital Innovation
. MSc International Business
. MSc Management
. MSc Marketing (CIM accredited)
Sources: *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025**Complete University Guide 2025***Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025****QS World University Rankings 2025
Scholarship Option Available
Subject to eligibility criteria. Terms and conditions apply.
Excellence Scholarships
20% of tuition fees
MBA Scholarship
50% of tuition fees
Chevening Partnership Scholarships
Fully funded scholarships
Why Should You Choose Loughborough Business School?
Triple Accreditation
Top 10
Top 200 in the World
5 stars
AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accredited
University in the UK for Business, Management and Marketing
For Business and Management Studies
Awarded 5 stars for employability
Validating the quality of education you can expect
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
International QS Stars Scheme 2023
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Scholarships for 25/26 Entry
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Excellence Scholarships
Global Impact Scholarship
20% of tuition fees
100% of tuition fees
Choose The Right UK Master's Degree For Your Future
Loughborough University offers a fantastic range of one-year MSc programmes. Discover some of the top choices for international students below, or speak to an IDP expert to explore the full range of postgraduate options.
UX Design
Marketing
Media and Communications
- Study at One of the World’s Leading Art and Design Schools: Ranked #3 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025) and Top 40 globally for Art and Design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025), Loughborough offers an outstanding creative environment to launch your UX career.
- Gain the Full Spectrum of UX Design Skills: Build your creative, technical, organisational and collaborative skills — preparing you to thrive in UX roles across industries and design disciplines.
- Work on Real Projects and Build a Standout Portfolio: Collaborate with top companies, join UX design competitions, attend expert guest lectures, and receive personalised guidance to craft a portfolio that sets you apart.
- Learn from Global Experts: Study under internationally recognised academics and industry professionals who bring both research excellence and real-world insights into every session.
- Experience Dynamic, Career-Focused Learning: Engage in a dynamic mix of lectures, seminars, group projects, workshops and hands-on sessions — all designed to sharpen your critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Bring Theory to Life Through Real Business Projects: Work on industry-based projects that allow you to transform academic knowledge into tangible outcomes and graduate with experiences that speak louder than grades.
- Join the UK’s Leading Media School, Ranked Top 100 Globally: Study at the No.1 department in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025) and Top 100 worldwide (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) for Communications and Media Studies.
- Apply Your Knowledge to Real-World Media Projects: Work with media organisations and external partners on live projects that build your portfolio, sharpen your creative thinking, and connect you directly with the communications industry.
- Apply Your Knowledge to Real-World Media Projects: Work with media organisations and external partners on live projects that build your portfolio, sharpen your creative thinking, and connect you directly with the communications industry.
Minimum grade required:
- IELTS Academic Test overall score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each test.
- TOEFL iBT (DI Code = 0815) overall score of 92, with not less than 22 in each test.
- Duolingo English Test overall score of 120 with not less than 105 in each sub-test.
English requirements may vary based on test type, the course of study, and the level of degree. Apply today and contact IDP Education for more information.
English Language Requirement
Loughborough Business School's Triple Accreditation
Held by only 1% of business schools worldwide
Join An International Student Community
Loughborough University has over 19,000 students from more than 130 countries/regions. Over 3,500 of these students are international, contributing significantly to the vibrant, friendly, and inspiring atmosphere that defines our university.
STUDENTS' LIFE AT LOUGHBOROUGH
Violina
MSc International Business
Loughborough University provided me with significant opportunities for personal and academic growth, enabling me to progress and achieve my goals. Thank you, Loughborough University, for giving me wings to fly higher from here on.
Mohammad
Civil Engineering PhD
Loughborough University is one of the leading universities in the UK in education and student satisfaction. I chose Loughborough University because of the balance between education, sports and social life.
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Mathematical Sciences PhD
I love the fact that my 'complete' life is all within the University. The multi-cultural nature of the University makes me happy and has given me the great privilege of making friends from different parts of the world.
Violina
Mohammad
Ojiako Chinasa Juliet
International Business MSc
Civil Engineering PhD
Mathematical Sciences PhD
Loughborough University provided me with significant opportunities for personal and academic growth, enabling me to progress and achieve my goals. Thank you, Loughborough University, for giving me wings to fly higher from here on.
Loughborough University is one of the leading universities in the UK in education and student satisfaction. I chose Loughborough University because of the balance between education, sports and social life.
I love the fact that my 'complete' life is all within the University. The multi-cultural nature of the University makes me happy and has given me the great privilege of making friends from different parts of the world.
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Loughborough
Experience the full UK university life on the vibrant, award-winning campus in Leicestershire. With state-of-the-art facilities, a strong student community, and beautiful open spaces, it’s the perfect place to live and study.
London
Study in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Loughborough University London offers industry-focused postgraduate programmes, excellent career connections, and a modern learning environment in the UK capital’s innovation hub.