# About the University

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Based in the heart of the UK, Loughborough University is one of the country’s leading universities.

At Loughborough University, we’re proud to be a dynamic and ambitious institution, recognised for excellence in teaching, research, sport, and our student experience. Our outstanding 438-acre campus in Loughborough, alongside our dedicated postgraduate campus in London, offers a vibrant environment for learning, working, and collaboration. 

**Our Strategy –** ***Creating Better Futures. Together*** – reflects our belief that we achieve more when we work in partnership. It shapes how we work across our community and beyond, driving progress through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.

**Our Values** – **being Authentic, Adventurous, Responsible, Creative and Collaborative** – underpin everything we do and guide how we work together to achieve positive change. 

We’re proud to be ranked among the UK’s top ten universities, with a global reputation for research that makes a difference and a longstanding status as the number one university for sport. At the heart of everything is our welcoming, inclusive community – a place where people thrive. 

**Our 3 strategic themes** guide our priorities and focus areas: 

- **Climate Change and Net Zero** – Working with the University community, we adopt a collaborative ‘whole institution’ approach to sustainability, for the benefit of all.

- **Vibrant and Inclusive Communities** – We nurture a sense of belonging, wellbeing and opportunity for all.

- **Sport, Health and Wellbeing** – We use our sector-leading expertise to make a positive impact on individual and societal wellbeing.

Find out more about our [university strategy](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/strategy/) and how [our values](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/strategy/our-values/) are embedded in everything we do.