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~13,000
International students (60%)
STEM-focused; located in heart of London
~13,000 (60%)
Brian May Roger Bannister Cyrus Mistry H. G. Wells Trevor Phillips
Indicative cutoffs and deadlines. Always confirm on the official admissions page.
A-Levels A*AA – A*A*A IB 38–42 IELTS 6.5–7.0 TOEFL 92–100 GRE Some MS programs
Maths and Physics (or relevant) required for engineering; UCAS Personal Statement; some courses require interview.
Autumn UG Jan 14 (UCAS)
PG MSc Rolling — apply by Mar for funding
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Scholarships matched to Imperial College London or UK. Check eligibility on the official page before applying.
PHD · Top doctoral candidates · Full tuition + £21,000/yr stipend
Full funding
All levels · Automatic based on nationality and residency · £500–£2,000 reduction
£2,000
All levels · Minimum 60% or equivalent in previous studies · £2,000 discount
£2,000
All levels · Early application for September/January intakes · Up to £5,000 fee reduction
£5,000
UG · Financial need + academic merit · Full tuition or £9,000–£26,000/yr
Full tuition
UG · Students from low-income countries unable to afford UK study · Full tuition + college fees + grant
Full funding
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
official ↗ PG · Outstanding academic ability; postgraduate · Full tuition + maintenance allowance
Full funding
Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Scholarships
official ↗ UG · High academic standing; financial need · £5,000/yr toward tuition
£5,000/yr
4.0
★★★★☆
1 student review · avg from testimonials
Undergraduate (UG)
Postgraduate (PG)
Undergraduate ₹12L – ₹25L / year Postgraduate ₹15L – ₹35L / year Living Costs (London) ₹12L – ₹15L / year Living Costs (Outside) ₹9L – ₹12L / year Visa Fee £490 Health Surcharge (IHS) £776 / year
Visa Type Student Visa (Tier 4) Graduate Route 18 months post-study (post Jan 2027) CAS Required Yes (Confirmation of Acceptance) Financial Proof £1,334/month (London), £1,023 (outside)
Major Intake September Secondary Intake January Application System UCAS (Undergraduate) Personal Statement 3-question structured format (new) References Academic reference required
★★★★☆
MSc Computing · Class of 2024
"Imperial is intense but incredibly rewarding. Being in South Kensington is a dream. The STEM focus means everyone around you is driven and technical."
Pros
London location STEM excellence Industry connections
Cons
Very expensive city No traditional campus Work-life balance is hard
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