Imperial College London

Imperial College London

London, United Kingdom

"A UK university in London"

Public University Comprehensive

At a Glance

Accept Rate —
Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #2 (QS)
PSW VISA Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
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About Imperial College London

Imperial College London is a university in London, United Kingdom, with roots dating to 1907. It is ranked #2 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. It teaches engineering, computer science, business, law and the sciences, with undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Rankings & Recognition

#2
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #2 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Ranked #2 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Accreditations & Memberships

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Imperial College London's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 99.60#22
Employer Reputation 100.00#9
Faculty Student Ratio 99.30#42
Citations per Faculty 95.00#69
International Faculty Ratio 100.00#74
International Student Ratio 100.00#35
International Student Diversity 100.00#22
International Research Network 97.50#28
Employment Outcomes 95.90#68
Sustainability 98.30#7
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Key Facts

University Type
London Location
1907 Roots
#2 QS 2027 Rank

Popular Programs

Computer Science Mechanical Engineering Economics Law Biological Sciences

Application Details

Application Route UCAS (UG) / direct (PG)

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate NA
I-20 Processing Student visa (CAS letter)
Post-Study Work Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
Green Card Pathway Skilled Worker route

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship Chevening (UK govt)

Career Outcomes

94% Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (Graduate visa) Post-Study Work
20hrs/week Work While Study

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

The campus is in London, United Kingdom.

Campus Details

Campus in London

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Student Life & Housing

Housing

University halls and private rentals

Dining

Campus food outlets and nearby cafes

Health & Wellness

NHS access through the Immigration Health Surcharge

Activities & Clubs

Students union societies Sports clubs Cultural events

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented

Cost Deep-Dive

Annual Tuition £42,700 – £58,600 / year
Cost of Living High

Intakes & Deadlines

The main intake is September; check the official website for other intake dates and deadlines.

Scholarships at Imperial College London

1 scholarship available

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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate UK school-leaving qualifications or an international equivalent, plus English proficiency as set by each course.
Postgraduate Recognised bachelor's degree (usually 2:1 equivalent) and English proficiency as set by each course.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Application form Academic certificates and transcripts Personal statement Reference letters English language certificate (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) Proof of financial means TB test certificate (if required) Photo

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Check the course list and entry rules on the official website.
2
Apply
Apply through UCAS (undergraduate) or the online portal (postgraduate) and upload your documents.
3
Offer
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and meet any conditions.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and receive your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
5
Student visa
Apply for a UK Student visa and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge.
6
Arrive & enrol
Collect your BRP or eVisa details, then enrol on campus.

Campus & Location

The campus is in London, United Kingdom.

8 of 8 courses
Bachelor's 5
Imperial College London
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Bachelor's Computer Science
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Imperial College London
📍 London
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Bachelor's Economics
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Bachelor's Law
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Bachelor's Biological Sciences
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Master's 3
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Master's Data Science
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Imperial College London
📍 London
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Imperial College London
📍 London
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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