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International students can apply for Imperial College London admission 2025 through UCAS application to study undergraduate courses. Applicants must submit an online application for UG and PG admission by the below deadlines:

  • Imperial College London deadline for undergraduate admission is Jan 29, 2025
  • The university application deadline for graduate admission is Jun 30, 2025

Imperial College London Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
M.Sc.(182 courses)
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Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 62 - 69, Duolingo: 69 - 125, GMAT: 600 - 650, GRE
MBA/PGDM(17 courses)
– / –Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 69 & Above, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GMAT: 600 - 650, GRE: 314 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(34 courses)
INR 37 L - 53 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 62 - 69, Duolingo: 105 - 125
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Q:   What are the other admission requirements at Imperial College London beyond academics?
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While academics are valued at Imperial College London, they are not the whole selection criteria.  The applicant is also required to be extremely active in activities outside of class. Academics typically help applicants get noticed, but other factors, such as extracurricular activities, the statement, references, and assessments, make the difference. 

The factors given below are more important to be considered at ICL: 

  • Academic Performance: Strong grades in most of the relevant subjects and evidence of progress as a student carry the most weight. A minimum GPA can make the student's application even better. 
  • Personal statement: A clearly written, evidence-based motivation with a lot of intellectual curiosity is required to be able to get an offer from this university. 
  • References: Professional letters of recommendation are crucial to being considered at Imperial College London. 
Q:   What IELTS score is required for Imperial College London?
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International students have to submit the test score of English language exams to meet the English proficiency requirements. Below we have mentioned the Imperial IELTS requirements with other English language tests:

English Language Tests

Standard Level Score

Higher Level Score

IELTS

6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all elements)

7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all elements)

TOEFL iBT

92 overall (minimum 20 in all elements)

100 overall (minimum 22 in all elements)

Duolingo

115 overall with no less than 105 in any band score

125 overall with no less than 115 in any band score

PTE

62 overall (minimum 56 in all elements)

69 overall (minimum 62 in all elements)

Read How to Study in the UK without IELTS in 2024

Q:   How is the academic life at Imperial College?
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Imperial College London is globally renowned for offering world-class programs and attracts students from all over the globe. As per the Imperial College reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the academic environment is a bit hectic, but the results are worth it. Reviews say that the teaching menthods are top-tier and the placement opportunities are good. Students have rate the university 4.8 stars for the quality of faculty.

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Imperial College London Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the average salary made by students working part-time in the UK?
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Students earn INR 1.2 K-INR 1.8 K per hour on average. The wages depend on age, type of job, and location. Mentioned below are the minimum living wages for international students working part-time.

Age21+18-20Under 18
Minimum wage per hourINR 1.5 KINR 1.3 KINR 970

Source: GOV.uk

Q:   How much does it cost to pursue an Computer Science programme at Imperial College London?
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Indian students would have to spend INR 52.35 Lakh to pursue a BSc in Computer Science at the Imperial College. For an MSc in Computer Science, the fees is INR 55.6 Lakh. The tuition costs can increase every year depending on inflation.

Students are advised to check the course page before applying to remain updated with the the latest changes. 

Q:   Can I pay my fees in installments at the Imperial College UK?
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Yes, students can pay the Imperial College London fees in installments, if they cannot afford to do so in one-go, provided they meet the eligibility conditions given below.

  • Should be a self-paying student. If the studies are fully-funded by an extrnal sponsor, tuition fees cannot be paid in installments
  • Should not have any overdue balance on the invoice.  Make sure to submit all the dues before the date mentioned on the invoice or the original email received by the student.
  • Be enrolled in a course with a duration of more than 8 months
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 57% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Internships3.8
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.4
Value for money4.1
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.2
Indian Food4.2
Permanent Immigration3.5
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MSc Strategic Marketing - Batch of 2026
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Intense, world class, and demanding.
Tips: Before joining students should know that this college is academically intense fast-paced and highly competitive. You need strong time management, self-discipline and comfort with ambiguity. There's a little hand-holding. The workload can feel overwhelming if you come in expecting a relaxed or overly social academic culture. The transition was challenging but manageable. Academically expectations were much higher than in my previous education. Culturally, the shift was real. Classrooms are diverse, discussions are direct and independence is assumed. Living in London also requires adjusting to high cost, a fast routine and a very individualistic lifestyle. I did not avail of a scholarship. Scholarships here are limited, highly competitive and often merit-based or need-based. Allowances, when available, usually cover partial tuition or fixed grants rather than full living expenses, so financial planning is critical. Satisfaction is high with the university and course due to global reputation, faculty quality and exposure. The country offers strong career opportunities but the cost of living and pressure can reduce day to day comfort. This experience plays off long-term but it's not an easy ride. Research course structure deeply before accepting. Budget realistically for London. Build academic and professional resilience early.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35650
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025Read more
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MSc Strategic Marketing - Batch of 2026
3.6
Diverse and helpful faculty.
Tips: It is a cultural shift from India for sure. Because here, we are not just in one of the most competitive colleges in the world, you are also cooking, travelling, cleaning etc. Basically, cut your time from that. I did not get any scholarships, but I am very satisfied with Imperial.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty are very approachable; they have office hours and then you can email them wherever. The teaching method is very much a discussion, in class activities and discussions. The teaching faculty is very diverse, although I see a lot of American faculty members in my course, though.
Dislikes (Student Life): I spend my day between meetings with my syndicate group. Which is generally a group of 3-5 people from different countries. And projects most of the time. I enjoy the variety of food, infrastructure and library here. Events are networking with a lot of societies, etc.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2050
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40000
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MSc Environmental Technology - Batch of 2024
4
Exhilarating learning experience.
Tips: It will be a very extensive academic experience with fast paced learning and skill development initiatives. This approach is often best to get us ready for the corporate world after we graduate. I'd say it teaches a lot about balancing things and prioritising what's important.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty was world class including international lawyers global leaders as guest lecturers, as well as highly experienced professors with intensive academic experience. Truly a wonderful experience interacting and working with them on various projects and endeavours.
Dislikes (Safety): A lot of stabbing and mobile snatching incidents happened around my accommodation and university, which led me to rate 3 on safety. I had heard many of my friends mention certain areas and times when I shouldn't be out, and one of them even got robbed in an alleyway.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2050
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28500
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MSc Strategic Marketing - Batch of 2023
3.8
Challenging but worth it.
Tips: Be prepared to struggle. It's not all rosy as it seems on social media. Diverse backgrounds - you will not always see eye to eye. There will be a great deal of personality development and you will learn life skills. New people, new cultures and new environments.
Likes (Public transportation): London Metro although expensive is really well connected. Quite safe depending on where you live but if you live anywhere in zone 1 and zone 2 should be alright. Even the bus system is easy to navigate and is much more cost effective as compared to train.
Dislikes (Internships): Unlike India where we have placement cells, in the UK, we have a career cell that helps with applications but doesn't have a set network that is open to internships. It's all about networking there. Even the internship Module students had to find themselves.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800
Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 31525
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MSc Management - Batch of 2024
3.7
Student life at Imperial is commendable.
Tips: I have definitely gained a lot of business knowledge, become a better professional and learnt a very good set of soft skills. There was a very high cultural shift but it only teaches you to be more inclusive and feel belong. I applied in the last round, so I couldn't avail any scholarships. I am highly satisfied with the education that I received and the brand recognition that Imperial has. This course really made me a skilled individual in the market. That being said, getting a job is completely dependent on the student and their profile and has nothing at all to do with the college.
Likes (Student Life): Student life at Imperial is commendable. There are so many study rooms with whiteboards, projectors, etc. In business school specifically for IBS Master's students. You will have privacy while studying. Also, faculty quality is great. You will have ample opportunities to showcase your collaborative skills and improve your soft skills. All your lectures, assignments, and notes will be available online for easy reference. A 5-storied building for a library, where you will definitely find the academic related book you are searching for. Group work helps you get the best businesswoman out of yourself. Some assignments of core subjects really make you feel like you own a business and are making decisions for it, which also teaches you accountability. Quality education and absolutely worth your money if you are concerned only about education.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The job market is very tough to crack. And college brand name matters but really less. If you don't have work experience, it is almost impossible to crack a skilled and relevant job. You have to compromise with an assistant or below level or sales job. But proper planning and rightful execution might land you a job of your dreams (very rare).
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1850
Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 35850
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025Read more
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MSc Climate Change, Management and Finance - Batch of 2026
4
High pressure but high reward.
Tips: Students must know that Imperial is more rigorous and hectic than compared to any UK university, including Cambridge and Oxford. The education system is very different from India. Imperial is much more practical, competitive and requires actual hard work. If you are not ready for a rigorous life and prefer a chill and party life, maybe choose UCL or other less competitive universities. Depends on courses as well; management courses like MIM have a more chill schedule compared to more technical STEM courses.
Likes (Quality of faculty): My professors are world famous scientists and economists. They are best in their field and often even work with the UN, the Government and big companies. I have never seen so many great professors in my life. The education is even better than I expected.
Dislikes (Part time work): Doing part-time with the Imperial schedule is next to impossible. We have classes every day, sometimes till 7 PM as well. Only people who can do part-time work while at Imperial are MIM students, as their course is less challenging. Compared to other UK universities, which only have classes twice a week, we have classes every day and sometimes events on weekends as well.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 3350
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 62200
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025Read more
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I've seen this kind of Imperial vs Oxford question come up a lot, and I think the confusion is understandable. On paper, both look exceptional, so it's tempting to search for a single “better” answer. In reality, that framing usually causes more stress than clarity.

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Imperial College London MSc graduate average salary is around GBP 60,000 - GBP 75,000 (INR 71.98 LINR 89.97 L), annually.  Top companies such as UCL, NHS, and University of Oxford employ the college graduates.

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The college, in collaboration with the Formula 1, offers 3 scholarships to female students and to those from minority ethnic backgrounds to encourage participation of students in motorsports. The scholarships covers the full cost of studies including tuition and living costs for students for the ful

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The Chevening Scholarship is a fully funded financial aid offered by the UK government to Indian students interested in a 1-year PG program. It covers the full tuition costs, offers a monthly stipend (varies), covers visa fees, and provides a travel grant to attend Chevening events in the country. S

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