Imperial College London
London, United Kingdom • Founded 1907 • World Rank #28
Overview
Established in 1907, the Imperial College London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).
Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Imperial College London is a large-sized coeducational UK higher education institution. Imperial College London offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 117-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Imperial College London also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
Imperial College London's academic structure, enrolment numbers, and accreditation context are gathered below. Together they describe how the institution operates beyond the surface-level overview.
Academic Structures
Imperial College London's constituent schools and faculties. Continuing education or professional development units are typically separate from full-time degree-granting units.
Unit 7 items
- Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine
- Department of Humanities
- Graduate Schools
- Imperial College Business School
- Imperial College Faculty of Engineering
- Imperial College Faculty of Medicine
- Imperial College Faculty of Natural Sciences
Degrees
Explore the degree tracks available at Imperial College London — from foundation routes through to doctoral programmes. Each level prepares graduates for distinct career or research trajectories.
Bachelor's 3 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Engineering
- Medicine
- Natural Sciences
Master's 4 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Business Administration
- Engineering
- Medicine
- Natural Sciences
Doctoral 14 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Bioengineering
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Business Administration
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Finance
- Health Sciences
- Management
- Medicine
- Paediatrics
- Physics
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Privy Council.
Co-Curricular Studies (Centre) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Ethics
- History
- Modern Languages
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Writing
Environmental Policy (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
Common Career Paths
- Environmental Consultant
- Sustainability Officer
- Climate Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Population Biology (Centre) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Demography and Population
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
Common Career Paths
- Biologist
- Lab Technician
- Research Scientist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Bioengineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anaesthesiology
- Biomedicine
- Cardiology
- Clinical Psychology
- Epidemiology
- Medicine
- Neurosciences
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Oncology
- Paediatrics
- Pneumology
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Rheumatology
- Surgery
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Natural Sciences (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Cell Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Studies
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Finance
- Health Administration
- Management
- Marketing
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
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Master's Degree
123 programmes
There are 123 programmes to choose from at Imperial College London for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.
Advanced Aeronautical Engineering MSc Transportation Engineering
Advanced Computational Methods for Aeronautics, Flow Management and Fluid-Structure Interaction MSc Business & Management
Composites: the Science, Technology and Engineering Application of Advanced Composites MSc General Engineering
Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc Mechanical Engineering
Advanced Materials Science and Engineering MSc Materials Science
Advanced Chemical Engineering MSc Chemistry
Advanced Chemical Engineering with Biotechnology MSc Biotechnology
Machine Learning and Process Systems Engineering MSc Law
Sustainable Energy Futures MSc General Engineering
Engineering for Biomedicine MSc Medicine
Biomedical Engineering (Biomechanics and Mechanobiology) MSc Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Innovation Design Engineering MA/MSc Applied Design
Design Engineering MSc Applied Design
Advanced Materials for Sustainable Infrastructure MSc
General Structural Engineering MSc General Engineering
Concrete Structures MSc
Structural Steel Design MSc Applied Design
Earthquake Engineering MSc General Engineering
Engineering Fluid Mechanics for the Offshore, Coastal and Built Environments MSc Mechanical Engineering
Environmental Engineering MSc Environmental Engineering
Hydrology and Water Resources Management MSc Hydrology & Water Management
Geotechnical Engineering MSc General Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering with Offshore Renewables MSc General Engineering
Geotechnical and Earthquake Engineering MSc General Engineering
Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering MSc Environmental Engineering
Geotechnical and Geological Engineering MSc Earth Sciences & Geology
Transport MSc Sport and Exercise Science
Computing MSc Information Systems & Technology
Computing (Software Engineering) MSc Software Engineering
Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) MSc AI & Machine Learning
Computing (Security and Reliability) MSc Information Systems & Technology
Computing (Visual Computing and Robotics) MSc Information Systems & Technology
Advanced Computing MSc Information Systems & Technology
Artificial Intelligence MSc AI & Machine Learning
Applied Machine Learning MSc AI & Machine Learning
Communications and Signal Processing MSc Law
Future Power Networks MSc
Control and Optimisation MSc
Sensor Systems Engineering MSc General Engineering
Physics MSc Physics & Astronomy
Physics with Fusion and Plasma Physics MSc Physics & Astronomy
Physics with Extended Research MSc Physics & Astronomy
Physics with Quantum Dynamics MSc Physics & Astronomy
Pure Mathematics MSc Mathematics
Pure Mathematics (Formalisation of Mathematics) MSc Mathematics
Applied Mathematics MSc Mathematics
Statistics MSc Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Mathematics and Finance MSc Finance, Banking & Insurance
Machine Learning and Data Science (Online) MSc Data Science & Analytics
Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology MSc Biotechnology
Living Planet with Computational Methods in Ecology & Evolution MSc Ecology & Conservation
Living Planet with Ecology, Evolution and Conservation MSc Ecology & Conservation
Living Planet with Nature-based Solutions MSc
Living Planet with Sustainable Agriculture and Technology MSc Agriculture
Taxonomy, Biodiversity and Evolution MSc Ecology & Conservation
Digital Chemistry with AI and Automation MSc Robotics & Automation
Applied Multiomics in Biomedicine MSc Medicine
Bioscience Futures MSc Biological Sciences
Computational Biomedicine – Computational Brain Sciences MSc Medicine
Computational Biomedicine – Computational Genomics MSc Medicine
Genes, Drugs and Stem Cells – Novel Therapies MSc Health Sciences
Genomic Medicine MSc Medicine
Human Molecular Genetics MSc Biological Sciences
Immunology MSc Biological Sciences
Molecular Biology and Pathology of Viruses MSc Biological Sciences
Molecular Medicine MSc Medicine
Reproductive and Developmental Biology MSc Biological Sciences
Translational Neuroscience MSc Neuroscience
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Healthcare MSc
Health Policy MSc
Medical Ultrasound (Echocardiography) MSc
Medical Ultrasound (Vascular) MSc
Epidemiology MSc Epidemiology
Health Data Analytics and Machine Learning MSc Data Science & Analytics
Master of Public Health (MPH) Public Health
Master of Public Health (Online) (MPH) Public Health
Biomedical Research MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Cancer Biology MRes Health Sciences
Cancer Informatics MRes Health Sciences
Cancer Innovation MRes Health Sciences
Data Science (Biomedical Research) MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Experimental Biomolecular Sciences MRes Natural Sciences
Experimental Neuroscience MRes Neuroscience
Bacterial Pathogenesis and Infection (Biomedical Research) MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Clinical Research – Diabetes and Obesity MRes
Clinical Research – Human Nutrition MRes Nutrition & Dietetics
Clinical Research – Multiple Long-term Conditions MRes
Clinical Research – Translational Medicine MRes Medicine
Medical Robotics and Image-guided Intervention MRes Robotics & Automation
Medical Robotics and Image-guided Intervention: Clinical Robotics and AI MRes Robotics & Automation
Translational Research in Surgery, Perioperative and Critical Care MRes Operating Room & Surgical Technology
Epidemiology, Evolution and Control of Infectious Diseases (Biomedical Research) MRes Epidemiology
Microbiome in Health and Disease (Biomedical Research) MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Molecular Basis of Human Disease (Biomedical Research) MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science (Biomedical Research) MRes Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bioinformatics and Theoretical Systems Biology MRes Biological Sciences
Biosystematics MRes
Living Planet with Computational Methods in Ecology & Evolution MRes Ecology & Conservation
Living Planet with Ecology, Evolution and Conservation MRes Ecology & Conservation
Living Planet with Ecosystems and Environmental Change MRes Environmental Sciences
Molecular and Cellular Biosciences MRes Biological Sciences
Molecular Plant and Microbial Sciences MRes Natural Sciences
Structural Biology MRes Biological Sciences
Systems and Synthetic Biology MRes Biological Sciences
Drug Discovery and Development: Multidisciplinary Science for Next Generation Therapeutics MRes Health Sciences
Green Chemistry, Energy and the Environment MRes Chemistry
Nanomaterials MRes
Synthetic Cell Science MRes Natural Sciences
MRes AI and Machine Learning AI & Machine Learning
Integrated MRes/PhD Liberal Arts
MSc in Management Business & Management
MSc Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
MSc Finance & Accounting Finance, Banking & Insurance
MSc Financial Technology Finance, Banking & Insurance
MSc Investment & Wealth Management Business & Management
MSc Risk Management & Financial Engineering Finance, Banking & Insurance
MSc Economics & Strategy for Business Economics
MSc Strategic Marketing Marketing
MSc Strategic Marketing (Online, Part-time) Marketing
MSc Business Analytics & AI Data Science & Analytics
MSc Climate Change, Management & Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
MSc Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Management Entrepreneurship
MSc Global Health Management Healthcare Administration
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Master of Business Administration
4 programmes
There are 4 programmes to choose from at Imperial College London for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.
Full-Time MBA Business & Management
Global Online MBA Business & Management
Weekend MBA Business & Management
Executive MBA Business & Management
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Doctorate
2 programmes
Browse 2 programmes of research-degree study at Imperial College London. Each culminates in a thesis defended before examiners as an original scholarly contribution.
Integrated PhD Liberal Arts
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Professional Doctorate
1 programme
Browse 1 programme of research-degree study at Imperial College London. Each culminates in a thesis defended before examiners as an original scholarly contribution.
Professional Doctorate
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Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
94 programmes
Imperial College London also offers 94 programmes across associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation routes — shorter or vocational qualifications that build practical skills or bridge into a full degree.
Postgraduate Diploma in Computational Biomedicine – Computational Brain Sciences Medicine
Postgraduate Diploma in Computational Biomedicine – Computational Genomics Medicine
Postgraduate Diploma in Genomic Medicine Medicine
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Policy
Postgraduate Diploma in Cardiovascular and Respiratory Healthcare
Postgraduate Certificate in Computational Biomedicine – Computational Brain Sciences Medicine
Postgraduate Certificate in Computational Biomedicine – Computational Genomics Medicine
Postgraduate Certificate in Genomic Medicine Medicine
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Policy
Postgraduate Certificate in Cardiovascular and Respiratory Healthcare
Postgraduate Certificate in Genes, Drugs and Stem Cells – Novel Therapies Health Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in Reproductive and Developmental Biology Biological Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Chemistry with AI and Automation Robotics & Automation
Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Physics with a Year Abroad Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Physics with Theoretical Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Physics with Theoretical Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Earth and Planetary Science with a Year Abroad Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Geology Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 3 years On-campus
Geology with a Year Abroad Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 4 years On-campus
Geology Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 4 years On-campus
Earth and Planetary Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Earth and Planetary Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Geophysics Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 4 years On-campus
Geophysics Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 3 years On-campus
Geophysics with a Year Abroad Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 4 years On-campus
Mathematics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics with Mathematical Computation Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 7 years On-campus
Mathematics with a Year Abroad Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Mathematics (Pure Mathematics) Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics with Applied Mathematics/Mathematical Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics with Statistics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics with Statistics for Finance Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Computing Computer Science & IT 3 years On-campus
Computing Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Computing (International Programme of Study) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Computing (Management and Finance) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Computing (Software Engineering) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Computing (Security and Reliability) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Mathematics and Computer Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Mathematics and Computer Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Computing (Visual Computing and Robotics) Computer Science & IT 4 years On-campus
Electronic and Information Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Molecular Bioengineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Civil Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Civil Engineering with a Year Abroad Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Mechanical Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Aeronautical Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Engineering & Technology 3 years On-campus
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Chemical Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Electronic and Information Engineering Engineering & Technology 3 years On-campus
Materials with Nuclear Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Biotechnology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Biotechnology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biotechnology with French for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biotechnology with German for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biotechnology with Spanish for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Materials Science and Engineering Engineering & Technology 3 years On-campus
Materials Science and Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Economics, Finance and Data Science Business & Management 3 years On-campus
Design Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Medicine Medicine & Health 6 years On-campus
Medicine (Graduate Entry) Medicine & Health 4 years On-campus
Medical Biosciences Medicine & Health 3 years On-campus
Medical Biosciences with Management Medicine & Health 4 years On-campus
Biomedical Technology Ventures Engineering & Technology 3 years On-campus
Biomedical Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Engineering & Technology 4 years On-campus
Biological Sciences Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Ecology and Environmental Biology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Biological Sciences with French for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biological Sciences with German for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biological Sciences with Spanish for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Microbiology Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Biochemistry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Biochemistry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biochemistry with French for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biochemistry with German for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Biochemistry with Spanish for Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Chemistry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
Chemistry with Research Abroad and a Year in Industry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 5 years On-campus
Chemistry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Chemistry with Research Abroad Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Chemistry with a Year in Industry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 5 years On-campus
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry and a Year in Industry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 5 years On-campus
Chemistry with Molecular Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Chemistry with Molecular Physics and a Year in Industry Natural Sciences & Mathematics 5 years On-campus
Chemistry with Management Natural Sciences & Mathematics 4 years On-campus
Physics Natural Sciences & Mathematics 3 years On-campus
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How to apply to Imperial College London
Step-by-step guidance for applying to Imperial College London, covering the typical sequence from programme selection to admissions follow-up.
- 1 Browse the programme catalogue
Imperial College London's catalogue includes 224 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Imperial College London's admissions process.
- 3 Get your documents ready
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
- 4 Apply through the official channel
Submit your completed application through Imperial College London's official website at www.imperial.ac.uk. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
- 5 Reach out and track your application
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +44 (20) 7589 5111. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Imperial College London
A short Q&A covering Imperial College London's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.
How old is Imperial College London?
The institution opened in 1907 (approximately 119 years ago).
Where can I find Imperial College London?
The institution is located in London, United Kingdom.
Is Imperial College London public or private?
Imperial College London is a public institution.
How many students does Imperial College London have?
The institution has a student body of 15,000-19,999.
What is Imperial College London's ranking?
It ranks #28 globally and #4 in United Kingdom.
What degrees does Imperial College London offer?
Imperial College London delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
How many faculties does Imperial College London have?
The institution comprises 7 academic units.
Who recognises Imperial College London?
Imperial College London is accredited by Privy Council.
Where can I learn more about Imperial College London?
The institution's website is www.imperial.ac.uk.
Members of European University Association (EUA)
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Faculties at Nearby Universities
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Where Else to Study Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Capstone publication or portfolio output from Natural Sciences & Mathematics programmes affects what you graduate with. Some the United Kingdom institutions retain student work; others publish it as part of programme outputs.
Universities Often Compared with Imperial College London
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