Facts and figures
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Why Imperial?
STEMB specialists
Imperial College London is the only UK university to focus entirely on science, engineering, medicine and business. Our international reputation for excellence in teaching and research sees us consistently rated in the top 10 universities worldwide.
Our study options
Translated to real life
Our research makes a demonstratable economic and social impact through the translation of our work into practice worldwide. In industry, commerce and healthcare, we transfer and spin out our innovations.
Research and innovation
Multidisciplinary
We foster multidisciplinary working within the College and collaborate widely externally. We encourage specialist teams to come together in a timely manner to respond to opportunities.
Our research institutes
International focus
We aim to provide an education for students from around the world that equips them with the knowledge and skills they require to pursue their ambitions. The College has developed strong links with a number of institutions around the world, allowing students to experience different cultures and help them develop their careers internationally.
Study at ImperialLeague tables
Global rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015–16
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3rd in Europe and 8th in the world
QS World University Rankings 2015–16
- 8th in the world
Academic Ranking of Top 500 World Universities 2015
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23rd in the world
US News Best Global Universities
- 12th in the world
- 3rd outside the US
UK rankings
- 3rd in the UK
- 8th in the UK
- 4th in the UK
Subject rankings
Financial Times Global MBA Survey 2014
- 8th in UK; 15th in Europe; 49th in the world
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015–16 (global)
- Clinical, pre-clinical and health, 4th in Europe (5th joint)
- Engineering and technology, 4th in Europe (9th)
- Life Sciences, 3rd in Europe (6th)
- Physical Sciences, 5th in Europe (16th)
