Loughborough University is a public research university in the market town of Loughborough, Leicestershire, England. Queen Mary University of London is a public research university in Mile End, East London, England.
| Loughborough University | Queen Mary, University of London | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.6 Out of 10 | 5.7 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 212 QS World University 2024 # 251 Times Higher Education 2024 # 256 QS World University 2023 | # 135 Times Higher Education 2024 # 145 QS World University 2024 # 110 US News 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 201 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 351 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 | # 126 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 62 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 50 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -75 PG Programs -44 Doctorate Programs -16 | UG Programs -162 PG Programs -164 Doctorate Programs -13 |
| Acceptance Rate | 68.0 % | 43.6 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 550 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 62 SAT - 1180 TOEFL - 92 | GMAT - 600 GRE updated - 295 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 57 TOEFL - 92 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 30492 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 34612 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 8710 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 24254.6 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 24625.4 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 38868 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Finance: $73,000 Bachelor (Other): $72,000 Doctorate: $56,000 Executive Masters: $55,000 Master (Other): $54,000 Masters in Management: $53,000 | Graduate Employability Ranking 2020: 201-250; Highest paying degrees with average annual salary are: LLM – 89,000 USD, Executive Masters – 80,000 USD, MA – 73,000 USD |
| application requirements | Applicants must have minimum of 70-80% of marks on average Submit official transcripts Check program specific requirements | 75% – 85% in Class 12th for UG admission; CV, Personal Statement, At least 2 references |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.3/10 Read 7 reviews | 6.9/10 Read 10 reviews |
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| General Facts | Loughborough University | Queen Mary, University of London |
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| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1909 | 1882 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 15:1 | 14:1 |
| Male:Female | 61% Male, 39% Female | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Location Facts | The university's main campus is in the town of Loughborough. | Five campuses located across various parts of London: Mile End, Whitechapel, Charterhouse Square, West Smithfield, Lincoln’s Inn Fields; Mile End campus is only a minute away from Central London; Lincoln’s Inn Field campus is for postgraduate law programs |
| Library | The Pilkington Library opened in 1980. It covers 9,161 square metres over four floors with 1375 study places – up from 780 prior to the renovation in late 2013. The library has a history of undertaking research in the field of library and information work. There is an open access area, where students are allowed to take in cold food and drinks as well as to engage in group discussions. | Main library at Mile End campus; two medical libraries at Whitechapel and West Smithfield campus; Mile End library recently included a new active learning and study center, 57 seat training room, 35 seat PC room, and a 69 seat postgraduate taught reading room |
| Campus Life | Despite its incredible size, everything you need for a convenient student life is within close walking distance. To get to academic buildings, sports pitches, the Students’ Union and the halls of residence, you will be strolling through the university’s wonderfully maintained open spaces and gardens. In 2018/19, the university campus was awarded Green Flag status which recognises the nation’s best green spaces. When it comes to the university's abundant facilities, you’ll be spoilt for choice. On campus, the university has bars, restaurants, cafés, dining halls, hotels, two gyms, a medical Centre and pharmacy, an opticians, a dental practice, a hairdressers, launderettes, a taxi rank and a large nightclub. There is never a shortage of activities to get involved in during your free time on campus. Loughborough has a huge range of clubs, societies and events – all of which have unique social calendars of their own and offer endless opportunities to make lifelong friends. | 300 diverse societies; 60 sports clubs; live music sessions, cultural celebrations, craft workshops, movie nights, etc; Mile End campus has two shops, four cafes, two restaurants, a bar, a gym, a bookshop and a bank |
| Hostel | #Rooms - $6450 | #Single En-suite Room - $10680 #Single Studio Room - $12303 #Twin Room - $6692 #Single Standard Room - $9193 |
| Famous Alumni | Sebastian Coe, Olympic athlete and current Loughborough University chancellor Paula Radcliffe, three-time London Marathon winner Tobias Ellwood, Conservative MP Tanni Grey-Thompson, politician and former wheelchair racer Clive Woodward, former rugby union player and coach | Nobel laureates: Sir Ronald Ross (physiology or medicine), Sir Joseph Rotblat (peace), Sir Charles K. Rao (physics), Mario Vargas Llosa (literature); Jane Hill (BBC News presenter); Peter Hain (former Leader of the House of Commons); |
| City Life | Loughborough is the largest town in Leicestershire with a population of over 55,000. The location is also ideal for exploring the cities of Nottingham, Leicester and Derby, as well as only being an hour and a half from London. The city is also close to a variety of tourist attractions such as the Peak District National Park, Sherwood Forest and the National Space Centre. With Charnwood Forest next door, the beautiful countryside is never far away from you. Loughborough and the surrounding area boasts a wide variety of great food. Indian, Chinese, Australian, Mexican, Thai, Italian, English and Malaysian restaurants can be found alongside independently owned gastro pubs, cafés, delis, national chain coffee shops, fast food outlets and restaurants. The town has all shopping needs covered, with independently owned boutiques as well as national chains such as Next, Topshop and Boots. For a larger choice, Nottingham and Leicester are both within easy reach of Loughborough. | London ranks 1st in QS News Best Student Cities for 2019; With some amazing bars, buzzing night clubs, and restaurants at its doorstep, London is among the top cities to live in UK. Even though the city is comparatively expensive locations, you can find student discounts while shopping, eating, as well as traveling in London. It is a global capital of culture with hundreds of museums, festivals, live performances, etc and thousands of open spaces, and green parks. The unemployment rate was around 4.4% in 2019. It is one of the highest paying cities in UK |
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