BEng (Hons) Sports Technology at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Shape the future of sports equipment at the world’s number one university for sport-related subjects. Sports Technology combines the excellence of both sports science and technology. This course covers industrial design, human factors and marketing for the sports equipment sector and elite sport.

Faculty: Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering | Department: Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

To equip students with a range of mathematical tools which will be useful in other modules which they study. Year 1 compulsory modules: Engineering Mathematics, Introduction to Sport Biomechanics and Kinesiology, Applied Engineering, Product Design Methods, Materials and Manufacturing Processes, Measurement and Mechanical Design for Sport.

Career pathways

The UK has a wealth of engineering and technology companies, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to multinational global corporations. Our courses are industry led and are designed to give you the skills and knowledge required to have a successful and effective career upon successful completion.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: ABB. Typical IB offer: 34 (6,5,5 HL). Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering: D*DD, with Distinctions in; Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems, and Further Engineering Maths.; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus one A level at Grade B. GCSE: GCSE Maths grade 7/A and GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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