MA International Development
at Loughborough University, Leicester

3.9 /5

(18 Reviews)

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MA International Development
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Loughborough University
Overview

Loughborough University is among the popular universities to study MA International Development from abroad. The duration of MA International Development program is 1 year. The first-year Loughborough University tuition fee for MA International Development is around Pound 25,500 (INR 3,297,150). Indian students are required to plan their cost of living (accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities, etc.) apart from tuition fees to study at the university. Indian students must meet the Loughborough University admission requirements to study the course. Indian students must submit an online application by the course deadline to get into the university.

Duration	1 year
Tuition & Fees	₹32.48 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

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MA International Development
at
Loughborough University
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The Loughborough University MA International Development fees includes first year tuition fee and cost of living for international students. The first-year tuition fee is around Pound 25,500 (INR 3,297,150). The Loughborough University cost varies depending on the additional cost.

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Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 32,47,619

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 127.35759 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 21ˢᵗ March 2025

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MA International Development
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Loughborough University
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A 2:2 honours degree with a minimum of 55% (or equivalent international qualification), in social science, humanities or associated subject. Applicants are strongly encouraged to provide details of alternative qualifications or relevant professional or voluntary work experience as this will also be considered.
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MA International Development
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Loughborough University
Rankings

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University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#48	Art and Design QS, 2026
#201	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#101	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Loughborough University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

72% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Sporty

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Internships3.2

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.1

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.9

Public transportation4.6

Safety4.7

Indian Food3.6

Permanent Immigration2.9

Anonymous

MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2024

3.8

Lboro: Worth it if you're prepared

Tips: Lboro has a strong campus culture—sports, societies, and networking are central. The cultural shift is real but manageable; British social norms take time to read. I had an excellence scholarship from the university of 20%, and that was taken off the fee. Overall an excellent experience with the university and the course, though the job market post-study is harder than expected.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Look, the job market right now is brutal, and relying just on your piece of paper isn't going to get you anywhere. Unless you're actively hustling, meeting people in the industry, and building actual practical skills on the side, you might struggle to see a real payoff. If you can handle the financial stress and actually put in the work to stand out, there are definitely jobs out there. Just go into this with your eyes open.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 850

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 41400

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026Read more

Barath Kuber Verified Icon

MSc in Automotive Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.3

A place where different cultures feel one with endless opportunities if you have a defined path.

Tips: It was totally a different experience. Since I came on the September intake, everything started with reduced daylight and could weather, which we were never used to before. Second, the food, which you have to cook on your own to taste all your home country's styles. Third, you will have classes only 3 to 4 days a week and only 2 to 4 hours a day which means you have to study more on your own. Regarding scholarship, I got 20% education on total fees, and it is applicable to everyone who is applying to my university, with the condition that you do not have any other scholarship in place. I am very much satisfied with my university, as it gave me a whole new exposure to the cultural richness, friendly staff and environment, and the importance they give to sports. The modules that I had in my course are finely crafted to current market trends, and the exposure to MIRA was one of the biggest highlights.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I rated Indian food low mostly because the price of eating out in restaurants around Loughborough is just way too high for a student budget, so I ended up cooking almost all my meals myself. When you actually break down the costs, eating out makes zero financial sense. Like, you can literally go to the local shops, buy a tub of Dosa batter for maybe £2.50, and easily make 10 to 12 dosas right in your student accommodation. Meanwhile, if you go to an actual Indian restaurant here, you're paying a minimum of £4.50—if not way more—for just a single Dosa. Honestly, the food outside is decent, but it's an occasional luxury rather than an everyday thing because those prices will absolutely drain your bank account if you aren't careful.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 700

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026Read more

Rohan Pereira Verified Icon

MSc in Sport Management, Politics and International Development - Batch of 2025

4.3

My recommendations for studying at Loughborough University - and having an experience of a lifetime!

Tips: Before you even drop down here, make sure to check out what Loughborough has going on with their facilities, clubs, and random programs. The uni runs a bunch of pre-arrival virtual meetups with the staff and current students, and you should 100% skip the hesitation and jump on those calls to get a feel for the place. I actually managed to do my master's here through a fully funded Chevening Scholarship. If you’ve already been working in your industry for a few years, you seriously need to check out the criteria for Chevening or any other funding options and just go for it. Getting that financial weight off your shoulders means you can completely throw yourself into the classes and the social life here—which is honestly an unforgettable experience.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The lecturers here are absolute experts when it comes to sports management, development, and the political side of it all. They make classes super interactive, which actually helps you take in the information without getting overwhelmed since they use a ton of real examples. Plus, a lot of them are actively running massive research projects in their fields. Because of that, everything they teach is backed by actual data and real-world practice, not just boring textbook theories.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The options for Indian food (restaurants and groceries) in the town and on campus are limited. Also, they do serve Indian food in the university cafeteria on certain days of the week. However, Leicester is 20 minutes away, which has plenty of Indian food options.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 29 May 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Sport Management - Batch of 2025

4.5

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Tips: Just keep immigration policies and changes to them in mind, as people usually think they can get immediate experience after uni. Unless you are prepared to deal with the struggles, in which case you should be okay. Heavy reliance on coursework: there are only a few exams for master's students, depending on your course, so it's not overly stressful.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 26 May 2026Read more

Anonymous

Accounting and Financial ManagementBSc (Hons) - Batch of 2028

4.2

Undergraduate Indian Students at Loughborough

Tips: Didn't face any culture shock when I shifted, but I think it's because I'm just like that. There is a huge Indian community here; they are really sweet and have amazing events and are really sweet and accommodating. Every year many students from India do come here, so you wouldn't be alone.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The teachers are nice. They are extremely helpful and polite. Obviously this is university, and you don't actually have much conversation with them, but still they support you with different things. I haven't seen much racism here from the faculty. The careers network is also useful.

Dislikes (Part time work): Off-campus opportunities are less, especially if you are trying in Loughborough. But if you look at Leicester and are willing to travel there, it's fine then. Leicester is a town nearby; you can go by bus, which is not that expensive, but it depends on the person if they are willing to travel. I recommend getting a bank contact where you have the flexibility to go when you want. They call you and inform you of availability.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes19 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26600

Reviewed on 23 May 2026Read more

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MA International Development
at
Loughborough University
Highlights

Do you have a drive to work at the forefront of global development and social change? Deepen your expertise and engage with relevant and vital perspectives on our MA International Development