Imperial College London

No, Engineering graduates of MIT University in USA earn higher salaries than Imperial College Engineering grads. The average graduate salary of MEng graduates at MIT ranges between INR 1 Cr and INR 1.2 Cr per year.

In comparison, engineering grads of Imperial College London earn a median salary of INR 50 Lakhs to INR 76 Lakhs per year.

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 with more student clubs and societies (500+) than Imperial College (350+), and better exposure to the US job market. However, MIT is known to be more academically demanding than Imperial College UK.

Yes, Imperial College actively helps Indian students find jobs in the UK. The university offers dedicated career services, networking events, and access to its online job search portal.

Talented Indian students also get the chance to work at the Imperial Global India Hub (research and innovation facility in Bengaluru).

Imperial College scholarship deadlines for Indian students vary for different programs. The India Future Leaders Scholarship accepts applications until Early-April. The deadline for Chevening India Scholarships is usually Early-Oct.

Scholarship deadlines have passed for most scholarships at Imperial College London for Indian students planning for the 2025-26 intake.

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 (Former professor of Organic Chemistry, 1969 Nobel in Chemistry)
• Sir George Paget Thomson  (Former Professor of Physics, 1937 Nobel in Physics)

Interviews for Imperial College London admission focuses on academic aptitude, passion for the subject and university, and suitability for the course. Interviewers look for technical knowledge for the course, discuss projects, internships, and scientific concepts mentioned in the application.

Questions like "Why this course?" and "Why Imperial?" are common. The interview is conducted online.

To know more, check - Common College Interview Questions for Study Abroad

No, Indian students don't need JEE, NEET, or GATE exam score to get a seat at Imperial College. However, programs like MBBS (UCAT), MBA (GMAT), and some STEM programs (ESAT, TMUA, GRE) do ask for additional test scores.

Make sure to check entry requirements for desired course before applying at Imperial College London.

For safety, access to university resources, and ease of making friends, living in university halls is usually better for 1st year Indian students in London.

Private rentals can be taken during later years. These can be more affordable (if shared), and offer better freedom to Indian students.

To know more, check out - the cheapest Accommodation for Indian Students in London

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, Ilford, and East London.

Mentioned below are some measures Indian students can take if they face racism in London:

• Call the police on 999
• Contact the Indian High Commission or the Student Unions
• Report hate-posts on social media

The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is a mandatory fee (GBP 776 or INR 1 Lakhs per year) paid by Indian students for the healthcare services offered by the National Health Service (NHS).

This allows students to get all healthcare benefits of a UK resident. The IHS covers hospital treatment, diagnostics, mental health services, dental services, and urgent medical needs.