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International Relations Office

Supporting international research and facilitating partnerships with over 190 countries worldwide

IRO – What we do

International Partnerships

The IRO facilitates the development and stewardship of international partnerships with peer universities, governments and related organisations.

We provide expert, evidence-led advice to Imperial's community and provide relationship management services to inform effective decision-making on international matters.

Find out about our international partnerships

Connecting Imperial academics

The IRO approaches Imperial’s international engagement along geographical lines and offers expert regional advice and connection points for strategic partnership development.

We facilitate networks that connect Imperial academics with international science and technology advisers, policymakers, industry experts and other relevant stakeholders.

Find out more about connecting with our academics

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International student mobility

Imperial College London facilitates a range of international opportunities for students to participate in including

• International Research opportunities
• Summer schools
• Student exchanges
• Expeditions
• Work placements

Find out more about international student mobility

 

Global Fellowships

Imperial College London supports international Fellows through a variety of research and funding programmes. If you are visiting Imperial on an independent research opportunity with guided supervision, find out more information on current opportunities, preparing for your Fellowship, relocation and onboarding, and what to expect from your time in London. 

Find out more about global Fellowships at Imperial

 

Imperial Global

Global Development Lab

The Imperial Global Development Lab brings together Imperial’s academic community to develop, support and amplify global research and education impact in Low and Middle-Income Countries. The Dev-Lab supports equitable and interdisciplinary collaborations that address urgent global challenges across the world.

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