BSc Biotechnology
at Imperial College London, London

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BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Overview

Imperial College London is among the popular universities to study BSc Biotechnology from abroad. The duration of BSc Biotechnology program is 3 years. The first-year Imperial College London tuition fee for BSc Biotechnology is around Pound 43,300 (INR 5,598,690). Indian students are required to plan their cost of living (accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities, etc.) apart from tuition fees to study at the university. The average estimated cost of living is around Pound 5,655 (INR 731,192). Indian students must meet the Imperial College London admission requirements to study the course. Indian students must submit an online application by the course deadline to get into the university.

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹55.07 Lakh Get Fees details
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
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Course Level	UG Degree

BSc Biotechnology

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Entry Requirements
Application Process
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BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Fees

The Imperial College London BSc Biotechnology fees includes first year tuition fee and cost of living for international students. The first-year tuition fee is around Pound 43,300 (INR 5,598,690). In addition to tuition costs, international students must manage their living expenses such as housing, food, and other utilities, which contribute to the total cost of living, estimated at Pound 5,655 (INR 731,192). The Imperial College London cost varies depending on the additional cost.

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakup of the Imperial College London BSc Biotechnology.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 55,06,631
Application Fee	INR 3,434

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 7,19,169
Insurance	INR 98,687

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 127.173935 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 22ⁿᵈ May 2025

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BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

90%
Applicants must have passed one of the following:

CISCE - ISC (Council for Indian School Certificate Examination - Indian School Certificate) Class XII

CBSE – AISSE (Central Board of Secondary Education – All India Senior School Examination) Class XII

Minimum entry standard is 90% overall, to include:

90% in Chemistry

90% in Biology, Maths or Physics

90% Other

Subjects required: Chemistry and Biology, Physics or Mathematics
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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 69/90
minimum 62 in all elements

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IELTS

Marks - 7/9
minimum 6.5 in all elements

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Marks - 125/160
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BSc Biotechnology
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Imperial College London
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

LOR

LOR - Written recommendation from a teacher, adviser or professional who knows the applicant academically

Step two

Additional documents required

Academic transcript
English Language proficiency scores
A copy of passport
Personal Statement required of 4000 characters, which should answer the questions below:
- Why applicants like to study a particular course or subject
- What skills and experience they possess that show their passion for
Academic record, predicted grades/marks, and evidence of motivation for Computing.
Interviews

Step three

Start your online application

https://accounts.ucas.com/account/login?returnUrl=https%3A//www.ucas.com/dashboard%23/

Step four

Application fees for this course

Pound 22 = INR 2.79 Thousand

If your application to pay your fees in two instalments is accepted:

You must pay the first instalment by 1 September or within 30 days of receiving your fee invoice if this is later.
You must pay the second instalment by 1 March (six months after the standard due date for the first instalment).

BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#3	Biological Sciences The Complete University Guide, 2027
#9	Physics The Guardian, 2026

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BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
Average earning after 1 year	Pound 34,000
Average earning after 3 years	Pound 31,500
Average earning after 5 years	Pound 40,500

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Imperial College London
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

65% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.7

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs3.7

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.9

Public transportation4.5

Safety3.9

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration3.4

Anonymous

M.Sc Digital Chemistry with AI and Automation - Batch of 2026

4.1

It has been a rewarding and fun experience.

Tips: There was no cultural shift as I lived in the UK for 14 years previously, and I got my Bachelors from the UK too. Overall I am satisfied with my university experience. The job market is hard, but with hard-work and networking opportunities it is possible to get a job after studies.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Imperial College fosters a great learning environment, though the learning is fast-paced, and professors will help you if you fall behind. There is a lot of self-learning, though professors will help you along every step of the way. The faculty is generally diverse.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): A degree from a Russell Group university in London will help a lot in making you more employable and expose you to employers and opportunities a lot, though it is still difficult to become a citizen due to the UK government making it harder to obtain citizenship and increasing the hiring cost for employers. I am already settled in the UK too.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1750

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 17 Sep 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Environmental Technology - Batch of 2026

3.8

Imperial College helps you prepare for life post-academics.

Tips: I think students should sign up for as much as they can professionally, academically and in terms of hobbies, as they can, as Imperial is fortunate enough to have access to a great number of resources and networking events. There is only so much you can learn in your course; the rest is up to you to follow up on. I did not receive a scholarship; however, Imperial College does offer the opportunity to apply for one. I was quite satisfied with my shift to this country and felt like there was no significant cultural shift for me personally; however, that can vary from person to person.

Likes (Public transportation): The main transportation methods to campus are by bus and the tube. However, Imperial College also offers a free shuttle running to the campuses at South Kensington and White City. The tube can be expensive after a while, so I would recommend using the bus more often. Depending on how far you live from campus, you can also walk or buy a cycle, which will help you save money in the long term, as London is a cyclable city.

Dislikes (Value for money): I felt my course was quite broad and not as specialized as I would have liked. In the second term of my course, you get to choose a specialisation, which was more interesting and relevant than the first term; however, coming from a similar background in my undergraduate studies, I would have liked more hands-on experience.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 800

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30075

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Applied Genomics - Batch of 2025

4.3

Challenging but Rewarding

Tips: The faculty members are extremely accessible and supportive, providing a platform for discussing concepts and research ideas. This course consists of lectures, practical classes in genomics and is predominantly a research-based program with faculty members coming from different backgrounds.

Likes (Public transportation): Excellent transport facilities are available in Imperial through the tube and buses. It becomes very easy for someone to travel across London because of excellent connectivity that is facilitated through these transport means. There are also free transport services provided by the university through shuttles between campuses.

Dislikes (Safety): The campus of Imperial is safe, with frequent security patrols, closed-circuit television cameras, and various safety applications. Nevertheless, there are cases of theft in the city of London. Though I have never personally experienced that problem, it was mentioned to me by my friends.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Applied Genomics - Batch of 2025

4.0

Best experience of my life

Tips: I am extremely happy with my course and country. As I got a full tuition fees scholarship it was very helpful and every year they do have a commonwealth scholarship for students which is worth applying for. The transition was easy if your adaptable.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Travelling is extremely convenient it is very well connected and most of the buses and underground trains are almost on time with moderate delays. It is super convenient to table to the uni and they also run shuttle services between their campuses.

Dislikes (Safety): There have been lots of instances about pick pocketing and daylight stabbing in London city. Though I have not experienced it first hand hearing about my friends experiences. However the campus was quite safe with frequent campus patrolling and apps.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 5750

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26600

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Environmental Technology - Batch of 2025

3.8

Imperial College London -MSc Environmental Technology - Mature student experience

Tips: I was awarded the Chevening scholarship, with an allowance of 1698 GBP. My tuition fee was also covered. The weather is much colder and harsher, and it's a little more isolated than in India. Students need to make sure to take measures to stay warm (physically and emotionally). Being able to cook saves a lot of money and is healthier. My university and course were good, but I would've preferred having more contact classes. And for mature students with work experience, the course may feel a little underwhelming.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty were very approachable and knowledgeable. There was a lot more emphasis on discussions, debates and understanding multiple perspectives. We were encouraged to think and develop an opinion. Though the contact hours were fewer, I managed to learn a lot.

Dislikes (Part time work): On-campus opportunities are limited. While it is definitely manageable to work part-time and study, finding opportunities was challenging. I did apply to certain part-time jobs, but I didn't receive any response. Trying to find jobs through people you know or your ethnicity may help? But because I had a scholarship covering my expenses, I didn't try harder.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1600

Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026Read more

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BSc Biotechnology
at
Imperial College London
Highlights

The program covers all aspects of the applied biochemistry and biotechnology industries, including commercialising technology, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property
Students will gain a solid grounding in the fundamental topics in first two years and will choose from a wide range of optional modules and complete a research project or dissertation in the third year
Graduates may pursue a career in research and management areas of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, biomedical science, food technology etc.
Students will study subjects such as Biological Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Proteins and Enzymes, Fundamentals of Molecular Biochemistry etc.