Imperial College London
Verified overview
Currently ranked 9th in the world in the 2016-17 QS World University Rankings, Imperial College London is a world-leading university whose reputation for excellence in teaching and research attracts students and staff of the highest international quality. Imperial builds on a distinguished past - having pioneered penicillin, holography and fibre optics - to shape the future. Researchers work across disciplines to improve global health, tackle climate change, develop sustainable energy technology and address security challenges. This blend of academic excellence and its real-world application feeds into Imperial's exceptional learning environment, where students participate in research to push the limits of their degrees. We are currently ranked no.1 for graduate career prospects in The Guardian University Guide 2016. Our Careers Service is on hand to support your career planning from your very first day and for up to three years after graduation. www.imperial.ac.uk/careers Imperial College Union provides a wide variety of extracurricular activities with over 340 clubs and societies offered. The main campus is in South Kensington, a beautiful area within easy reach of the best of London’s museums, parks, shops and nightlife. www.imperial.ac.uk/study/campus-life/
Admissions and application
You can find all the information you need about how to apply to our undergraduate and postgraduate courses, what to expect and the key dates and deadlines you need to know. Top links: How to apply for undergraduate study How to apply for postgraduate taught (Master's) study How to apply for doctoral study Are you an Imperial offer holder? 3 student city in the world QS Best Student Cities 2026 University of the Year for graduate employment The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026 Applying for undergraduate study Preparing to apply Learn about what you need to prepare and how to make your application stand out. Choosing a course Entry requirements Writing a personal statement Admissions tests Imperial Open Days Application process Navigate the application process.
- You can find all the information you need about how to apply to our undergraduate and postgraduate courses, what to expect and the key dates and deadlines you need to know.
- Choosing a course Entry requirements Writing a personal statement Admissions tests Imperial Open Days Application process Navigate the application process.
- Understand how to apply and the key deadlines you need to know.
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Tuition and cost
Fees and funding Learn about how much studying at Imperial can cost and explore the different options for financial support. Top links: Undergraduate fees and funding Postgraduate taught fees and funding Doctoral fees and funding Search our scholarships Be part of it Join our mailing list to get application tips, event invites and an insight into Imperial student life straight to your inbox. Learn more Undergraduate fees and funding Tuition fees Use our course search to find fees for your course. Get detailed information on costs and payment options.
Scholarships and funding
There are various ways you can give: a donation online, setting up a direct debit, or by leaving a gift in your will.
Programs and academic structure
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- Executive education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Imperial Business School
- School of Convergence Science
Accreditation and recognition
Accredited
Research profile
372,347 indexed works, 39,556,240 citations, h-index 1525
- Particle physics theoretical and experimental studies
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Genomics and Phylogenetic Studies
- Quantum Chromodynamics and Particle Interactions
- Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases
- Fluid Dynamics and Turbulent Flows
Student life
News Campus and community Countdown commences for the 2026 Great Exhibition Road Festival by Estella Shaw 19 March 2026 Registration for South Kensington’s annual celebration of arts and science has opened today! Share this article Copy link Related tags Great Exhibition Road Festival Public Engagement White City Community Engagement Article text (excluding photos or graphics) © Imperial College London.