Welcome to Loughborough University Professor Robert Allison Vice-Chancellor & President A Leading University Technical Institute 1909; Royal Charter 1966 17,000 students & 3,300 staff (largest employer in Loughborough) Turnover (2015-16) £306 million Top international university Top in league tables (11th Guardian, 11th Complete University Guide, 13th Times /Sunday Times, 13th THE Table of Tables, 5th in NSS, 2nd in Student Experience Survey) Top 10 research university in England Seven Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education University of the Year, What Uni Student Choice Awards 2015 Mission and Values Why we are here To further knowledge and understanding through internationally-recognised research To provide a high quality, comprehensive educational experience that prepares our graduates for their future lives and the global workplace To influence the economic and social development of individuals, businesses, the professions and communities To shape national and international policy and practice The way we will work We will: Respect each other and celebrate our diversity Recognise and reward excellence in our staff for their contribution and commitment Be inclusive and value the views of our staff, students alumni and partners Respect the communities and environments in which we operate Work together as a team with professionalism and integrity Take pride in being the very best we can be Loughborough University A Loughborough experience for undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research students, with all the facilities, space and security of a fantastic singe site campus Loughborough University London (LU London) A Loughborough experience for taught postgraduate and research students, connected to one of the world’s greatest global cities and all the opportunities that it holds LU London Vision Something we can’t offer anywhere else… A multi-disciplinary postgraduate taught and research community at the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London An inspiring environment, promoting discovery and action-based learning Equipping and empowering our students with the skills, network and ambition to embrace the challenges of an ever-changing global society Five Institutes and an Academy, covering: – Media & Creative Industries – Design Innovation – Sport Business & Leadership – Digital Technologies – Entrepreneurship – Diplomacy A distinctive international reputation for excellence A life-shaping student experience Outstanding partnerships to deliver social, economic and cultural prosperity A culture that delivers success One outstanding University: two vibrant campuses Our ambition Investing in our staff Research Educating for success Teaching Growing capacity and influence Enterprise Raising standards and aspirations Sport Welcome to Loughborough!