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Imperial College London Rankings 2026

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#3 in UK

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Imperial College London Ranking

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World rank by different ranking providers

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#6

QS Ranking

#2

THE Ranking

#8

US News Ranking

#11

ARWU Ranking

#26
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Q:   What rank is Imperial College London in UK?
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According to The Guardian Rankings Imperial College London ranks at #5 position in 2025 and the same rank in 2024. In comparison to these rankings, the university was ranked at #5 in 2025 and #6 in 2024 by the Complete University Guide showing an improvement by one position. 







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Imperial College London is one of the top ranked university for courses such as Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Business (STEM-B). In the QS rankings, some of the top courses that rank well include Engineering and Technology, Biological Sciences, Masters in Business Analytics, and Global MBA. In THE 2024 rankings a few of its subjects that rank well are Clinical and Health, PG Computer Science, and Engineering.

Q:   What are the subject rankings of Imperial College London as per The Complete University Guide?
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As per the Complete University Guide, Imperial subject rankings for 2024 and 2025 are mentioned below:

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Chemistry

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Computer Science

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Imperial College London US News & World Report Rankings 2025

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Imperial College London US News & World Report Rankings 2025: Ranking Criteria

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Imperial College London The Guardian Rankings 2025

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556
Chemical Engineering
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257
Civil Engineering
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121
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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987
Mechanical Engineering
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111
Medicine732
Physics14149

Imperial College London Vs other UK Universities: The Guardian Comparison

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Imperial College London The Guardian Ranking Criteria

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Imperial College London The Complete University Guide Rankings 2025

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UK University
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656
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering111
Biological Sciences444
Chemical Engineering
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333
Civil Engineering
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333
Computer Science
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333
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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332
Mechanical Engineering
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321
Medicine443
Physics and Astronomy667

Imperial College London Vs Other Universities: The Complete University Guide Ranking Comparison

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Imperial College London Financial Times Rankings 2024

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MBA
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393839
Master in Finance
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1716– / –
Master in Management
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Imperial College London QS World University Rankings 2025

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Europe423
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622
Accounting and Finance
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Art and Design515162
Biological Sciences8107
Engineering and Technology
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Global MBA
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201819
Masters in Business Analytics688
Mathematics9108
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering1199
Medicine877
Pharmacy and Pharmacology81710
Physics and Astronomy121112

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Imperial College London Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking 2025

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898
Engineering
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Life Sciences101211
Medicine and Health444
PG Computer Science
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Mathematics241817
Nursing151151201
Physics394343

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Imperial College London
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4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 59% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Multi-dimensional
Friendly
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Internships3.8
Part time work3.4
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.6
Student Life4.5
Value for money4
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.1
Indian Food4.2
Permanent Immigration3.5
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MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2025
2.4
The academic journey was difficult.
Tips: The academic journey was difficult. It is a masters level course. Plus they are competing with Oxford and Cambridge so they have amped up the difficulty. It's not difficult to pass, it's difficult to stand out. Programs are wildly interesting, you'll find something you enjoy. Just do not expect anything else apart from education.
Likes (Safety): The city's safe, as opposed to the common notion. Even the college takes care to do whatever it can to ensure safety. There is a dedicated app for students that can alert the college security team about your location wherever you're in the city. Plus they take a lot of care about their rules regarding fire hazards, chemical waste management, etc.
Dislikes (Internships): There is no break in the masters programme for an internship period. They have shortened the course to 1 year. You come, pay the fees, experience the rapid fire education bazooka and before you adjust, you're out. No break, no internships, not really any time to do part time either.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1525
Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32625
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026Read more
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MSc Business Analytics & AI - Batch of 2025
4.8
Opportunities exist, but it can be difficult to find the right one.
Tips: There is a transition challenge for people travelling abroad for the first time. I got accustomed to it easily. I didn’t avail any scholarship and unless you have achieved a lot, it’s difficult for a general student. I am pretty satisfied with the uni, course and country. The only issue right now is getting a job. Though Business Analysts are in demand, if you are diligent and hard working, you can definitely get a job. It’s a bit hard for other courses.
Likes (Value for money): Imperial, even though it is an expensive university, will support you forever. From job hunting, to the alumni network to its library and journals access. It gives you a lot. The fees could be a bit less but this ensures that you are committed to the journey. It’s the money you bet on yourselves, higher the stakes, the better the reward.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are many on and off campus part time opportunities but I would not recommend them. The student should focus on the academics and job application to start with followed by social activities, networking and travel. If you are not compromising on studies and job applications and are okay to limit your social activities, then go for it. It just might make you overwork which would affect the important areas on your priority list.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40000
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026Read more
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MSc Management - Batch of 2025
3.6
Inclusive and academically oriented.
Tips: Everyone is at the top of their game. You might feel intimidated at first, but things will ease out over time. Honestly, for me it was what I expected. My lifestyle became better but nothing that was a culture shock to me. I didn't get any scholarships. Academically, it'll put you in the right place but it doesn't really translate into an ocean of job opportunities within the country.
Likes (Student Life): Case-based subjects require group exercise so the majority of my day was spent working in groups on projects. The best part is the world class facilities such as gyms, cafes, etc. Open to relax after a heavy business exercise. You can also book individual rooms in the business school for relaxing/meetings. Cultural events such as the Winter Ball and Summer Ball and business events. Networking is organised by Imperial. My participation in cultural events was limited. From business clubs to art/theatre clubs, you can find everything on campus.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): 20% at max. ILR has recently been increased from 5 to 10 years. The PSW has also been reduced from 24 months to 18 months under the Starmer-led government. The intent of this is clearly visible in corporate job applications as well. The rejection turnaround times have reduced to 24 hours if you require a visa in future to work in the UK. I won't permanently shift here. This is because of the rising taxes and safety concerns.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1240
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000
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MSc International Management - Batch of 2025
5
Challenging, transformative and definitely worth it.
Tips: Come prepared to be challenged- academically, socially and personally. Imperial is fast paced and the workload is intense but that's exactly what makes it worth it. Be ready to engage deeply with your cohort as the majority of the assignments are group based and collaboration is at the heart of the experience.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2500
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 55000
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026Read more
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MSc Finance & Accounting - Batch of 2025
3.8
Great location and facilities.
Tips: This college is mainly for rich brats; half of the Indian crowd will go back to India, mind this. Be practical and be mindful of this. The brand name is great, but that will not help in the job search. Don't come to this university if you are taking an education loan.
Likes (Public transportation): Near South Keng, the line is always working never faced an issue in that. Transport is expensive because the majority of the classes are in peak hours and that means no student discount whatsoever. The campus is in the centre of London so no issues in that.
Dislikes (Part time work): Imperial is filled with the richest people; no one even considered part time work. On campus, there are jobs. I haven't seen any Master's student woring there. Part time if done is manageable but classes were almost every day.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1250
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 42000
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026Read more
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MSc Economics & Strategy for Business - Batch of 2025
4.1
Realistically optimistic experiences.
Tips: The college is one of the best that they could pick. Just look at the curriculum closely before deciding on which course to apply for. Keep in mind the immigration policies as they gravely impact your permanent settlement probability. Be ready for sleepless nights and too much caffeine. The earlier you apply, the better your chances of getting in.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty members are best at what they teach. The course is extremely fast-paced but the quality of the faculty is something one can never complain about. They are knowledgeable and attentive both. One of our modules was taught by the governor of the Central Bank of England so it doesn't get better than that.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I did get a sponsored job there. However, the state and the regulations there have made it pretty difficult to find sponsored jobs. They are few and far between. It has nothing to do with Imperial per se. It is mainly attributed to the regulations enforced by the UK government and their frequently changing immigration policies.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 2050
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 43000
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Which is better for Medicine, Imperial College London or MIT?

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General FactsImperial College LondonMassachusetts Institute of Technology
Type of UniversityUniversityUniversity
Established19071861
Student:Faculty Ratio11:1:13:1:1
Male:Female57% Male,  0% Female1.3% Male,  0% Female
Location Facts

Has a number of campuses situated in the center of London; close to London's museum district, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park; Campus are located at Charing Cross, Chelsea and Westminster, Hammersmith, Royal Brompton, Silwood Park, etc. 

Lying between central and kendall squares across Charles River from Boston's Back bay. Small instituition with close knit student body postioned to collaborate and contribute to neighbors

Library

7 libraries; Central Library at South Kensington; medical libraries at Charing Cross, Chelsea and Westminster, Hammersmith, Royal Brompton and St Mary's Hospital; Silwood Park Campus Library; Science Museum's library was previously included in the central library

More than 5 million items, with over 21,000 MIT theses
478 online database
17,000 journals
55,000 electronic journals

Campus Life

More than 380 clubs and societies related to academic, arts & entertainment, charitable, cultural, departmental, faith, indoor, martial arts, media, outdoor, social and sports; Caving, gliding and canoeing are also organized by the college; Student Union runs two bars and a nighclub on campus

Over 450 co-curricular organizations, Society for Women Engineers, LGTQ+ community, Black stuents union, 33 varsity sports, The Tech (student newspaper), The Byte (graduate student publication), religious organizations, around 43 sororities, fraternities and independent living groups.

Hostel-#Rooms - $13614
Famous Alumni

Nobel laureates of medicine: Sir Alexander Fleming, Sir Ernst Boris Chain, Sir Andrew Fielding Huxley, Peter Higgs; HG Wells (author); William Crookes (physicist); Thomas Huxley (biologist)

85 Nobel laureates, 58 National Medal of Science Winners, 29 National Medal of Technology and Innovation Winners
Kofi Annan (Former secretary general of UN), Buzz Aldrin (former Apolo 11 astronaut & fighter pilot), Benjamin Netanyahu (Iraesli Prime Minister), Amar Gopal Bose (Owner of Bose), etc.

City Life

London ranks 1st in QS News Best Student Cities for 2023; the capital city of England; known for Palace of Westminster, Tower of London, London Eye, Arts Galleries, Museum of London, Science Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and various other cultural attractions. The UK parliament and PM's home is located in London. 

Cambridge- city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts; City is part of the Boston metropolitan area; home to a huge student community; Average salaries offered within the state are up to 97,5000 USD; Famous tourist attractions: Charles River, Harvard Square, Mount Auburn Cemetery, MIT Museum, CambrdgeSide, John Harvard Statue, Sanders Theatre. 

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What famous Nobel Prize winners attended Imperial College London?

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Some popular names to have taught or worked at Imperial College London and won the Nobel are mentioned below:

  • Sir Alexander Fleming (Discovered Penicillin, won the 1945 Nobel Prize in Physiology)
  • Sir Geoffrey Wilkinson (Former professor of Inorganic Chemistry, 1973 Nobel in Chemistry)
  • Sir Derek Barton

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Is racism towards Indian students common in London? What should I do if I face the same?

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London is usually welcoming to Indian students. However, some cases of racism like harassment, bullying over religion, and online abuse have been reported in the past.

The degree of such cases vary across the city. Racism towards Indian students is uncommon in areas like Southall, Wembley, Harrow, Il

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What is the Imperial College London application fee for Indian students?

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For UG courses, Indian students applying via UCAS pay GBP 28.95 (INR 3.6 K) for upto 5 university choices, and GBP 22.50 (INR 2.8 K) for a single-choice.

For PG courses, the fee vary for different programs, as mentioned below:

ProgramApplication Fee in GBPApplication Fee in INR
For Most PG courses + MRes/Doctoral ApplicationsGBP 90INR 11.3 K
MScGBP 125INR 15.7 K
MBAGBP 150INR 18.8 K

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Does Imperial offer a better student life to Indian students than MIT?

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Imperial does offer a better student life to Indian students seeking an urban and diverse study environment in Europe. Its presence in London makes students feel right at home with a large Indian student population (13,000+) compared to Cambridge (1,000+).

MIT also offers an excellent student life wi

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