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Experience Life as a Sport Degree Student

Attend our Sport Degree Applicant Day and discover what it’s really like to study a sport degree at Loughborough College.

This immersive event is designed for applicants and prospective students who want a first-hand experience of our degrees, facilities, and teaching approach.

You will take part in practical and interactive sessions, meet expert tutors and current students, and explore the opportunities available when you study a sport degree validated by Loughborough University.

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What You Will Experience

During the Sport Degree Applicant Day, you will take part in hands-on and interactive sessions that reflect real university-level learning across our sport degrees, including:

Sports Science

Physiological testing, biomechanics, and strength & conditioning

Sport & Exercise Therapy

Sports massage and exercise rehabilitation

Sports Management

Sports marketing and international business activities

Sports Coaching

Coach education, sport pedagogy and practical coaching

You will also tour our elite facilities, meet current students, and gain insight into how our sport degrees prepare you for successful careers in sport, health, fitness and performance.

Validated by Loughborough University

Our sport degrees are validated by Loughborough University, meaning your degree certificate comes from the university, but you study in the supportive environment of the college and are taught by industry experts.

As your degree is awarded by Loughborough University, you are eligible to compete in BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport), where Loughborough has won the overall competition every year since it began. Additionally, you will have access to over 150 clubs and societies through the Loughborough Students' Union, along with opportunities for social activities, volunteering, and fundraising.

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Outstanding Student Satisfaction

95%
of students said they were satisfied with the Academic Support (NSS, 2025)
97%
of students thought the Mental Wellbeing Support was outstanding (NSS, 2025)
90%
of students expressed satisfaction with the Teaching Quality of the course (NSS, 2025)

Come and visit us and experience what all of these great opportunities look like in person!

Studying a Sport degree with us means:

Your Degree is awarded by Loughborough University, one of the top universities for sports-related subjects in the world and highly regarded by employers.

Students are members of the Loughborough Students Union (LSU), with access to over 50 sports clubs, 100 societies and a range of social events and extra-curricular activities.

High levels of student satisfaction (significantly above benchmark in NSS)

You will be in smaller classes than most universities, benefiting from a personalised approach to support you in maximising your potential.

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Additional benefits of doing a sports degree with us:

  • Compete for Loughborough University in BUCS, the most successful team in the competition's history.
  • Enjoy industry-relevant teaching and assessments, along with access to free additional courses and qualifications, which lead to high employment rates after graduation.
  • Benefit from the support of an Academic Tutor and a Welfare Coordinator to assist you with your academic and welfare needs.
  • Explore a variety of available scholarships and bursaries.
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Ready to take your next step?

Explore your options, experience university-level learning, and find out where a sport degree could take you.

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We are now part of Loughborough College Group

Visit the Merger website for more details.