Immersive learning experiences at Imperial
Imperial’s hosted programmes are designed for visiting universities and institutions seeking to offer their students a high‑impact academic experience at a world‑leading university, in the heart of London.
Delivered on campus, our programmes immerse participants in a rich teaching and research environment, combining applied learning and exposure to industry and innovation. Programmes are structured, intensive and designed to complement degree study, giving students skills and perspectives they can apply immediately.
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Designed around your institution’s priorities
We work closely with partner institutions to shape hosted programmes that align with academic goals, student cohorts and learning outcomes. Programmes can be delivered as short intensives or multi‑week experiences, depending on your objectives.
Based in London, our programmes benefit from proximity to industry, policy and enterprise offering access to organisations, networks and institutions shaping global developments in technology, healthcare, finance and sustainability. Programme themes may include:
- Sustainability, climate and environment
- Finance
- Marketing and strategy
- Leadership and communication
- Technology, data science and artificial intelligence
- Regulation, risk and policy
- Healthcare
Our Partnerships and Testimonials
We partner with leading institutions worldwide to deliver hosted programmes that inspire and equip participants with the skills, networks and insights to thrive in an interconnected world. Here's what some of them have to say:
"This transformative week at Imperial was nothing short of a masterclass, seamlessly merging the critical themes of climate change and business strategy. The intensive five-day programme equipped our students with cutting-edge frameworks and actionable insights, enhancing their understanding through both theoretical and practical approaches"
- University of Macau
"Our collaboration with Imperial is consistently the top-rated component of our students' week in London. Imperial's attention to detail, along with the faculty's subject matter expertise, make for a memorable and impactful learning experience."
- Allie Loughry Yanai, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
"Imperial hosted a fantastic programme that complemented our Business students' learning experience. The diverse range of professors involved provided us with a broader perspective, making the programme particularly valuable"
- University of Navarra
About Hosted Programmes
- What is a Hosted Programme at Imperial?
- What topics can a Hosted Programme cover, and can themes be combined?
- Who are Hosted Programmes designed for, and what is the minimum cohort size?
- Can we combine more than one topic in a single hosted programme?
- How does the co-design process work, and how long does it take?
- Where are programmes delivered, and can they be offered online or in a hybrid format?
- What certification do students receive, and is the programme credit-bearing?
- Can Imperial provide visa invitation letters for students?
- Can Imperial help arrange accommodation for visiting students?
- What support does Imperial provide throughout the programme?
A Hosted Programme is a bespoke, immersive, and structured academic experience delivered on Imperial's campus in London for visiting university cohorts. Co-designed with your institution, each programme is built around your students' academic level, discipline, and learning objectives — and delivered by Imperial's world-leading faculty.
It is not a study tour or exchange; every programme is academically led with specific learning outcomes, and assessed where appropriate. Students leave with skills and perspectives they can apply immediately, along with an Imperial College London Certificate of Participation — a highly recognised credential from one of the world's top-ranked universities.
Programmes can be built around a wide range of themes, including:
- Technology, Data Science & AI
- Sustainability, Climate & Environment
- Finance & FinTech
- Leadership & Communication
- Marketing, Innovation & Strategy
- Healthcare & MedTech
- Regulation, Risk & Policy
- Robotics & Applied Quantum Computing
Themes can be combined to create interdisciplinary programmes (e.g. AI & Leadership, Sustainability & Finance), tailored to your cohort's specific needs and academic goals.
Programmes are available for:
- Undergraduate students
- MSc students
- MBA & EMBA students
- Doctoral / PhD researchers
Each programme is tailored to the academic level and discipline of the cohort — the experience for an MBA cohort will look very different from one designed for undergraduate engineers. The minimum cohort size is 25 students, with no fixed maximum — larger cohorts can be accommodated and may benefit from a more varied programme structure.
Programmes are delivered in English as standard. Translation and interpretation services can be arranged at an additional cost for cohorts who require content in other languages. Please discuss your requirements at the enquiry stage.
The process begins with a listening session — our team will meet with you to understand your institution's goals, your students' academic profile, and the outcomes that matter most to you. From there, our academic and programme teams build a bespoke curriculum, schedule, and faculty plan, which is presented to you as a detailed proposal before any commitment is made.
The co-design process follows four steps:
- Discovery: Understanding your needs, cohort, and objectives
- Co-design: Building the curriculum and programme structure with you
- Delivery: Your students arrive at Imperial for an immersive on-campus experience
- Evaluation: Measuring outcomes and gathering feedback together
We typically recommend allowing 8 to 16 weeks from confirmed interest to delivery, depending on programme complexity. Shorter, simpler programmes can sometimes be turned around more quickly. We encourage you to get in touch as early as possible so we can plan effectively together.
Programmes are primarily delivered at Imperial's South Kensington or White City Campus in London — situated in the heart of the city's cultural district and surrounded by the Natural History Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Science Museum, and Hyde Park. The campus provides an inspiring environment that combines world-class academic facilities with the energy and opportunity of one of the world's great cities.
While the on-campus experience is a key part of the programme's value, hybrid or fully online formats can also be arranged where required. Please discuss your preferences at the enquiry stage.
All students who successfully complete a Hosted Programme receive an Imperial College London Certificate of Participation. This is not a degree-level qualification, but it carries significant recognition as a credential from one of the world's top-ranked universities.
Programmes are not credit-bearing by default, though some partner institutions choose to formally recognise participation within their own academic credit frameworks. We are happy to provide supporting documentation to assist with this process.
Yes. Imperial can provide a letter of invitation to support student visa applications. Please note that:
- Visa requirements remain the responsibility of the partner institution and their students
- Invitation letters can only be issued once the programme agreement is confirmed
Depending on the time of year, students may be able to stay at Imperial's own accommodation. Alternatively, our programme management team can recommend local hotels near the South Kensington/White City Campus and may be able to arrange preferential rates. Accommodation is not included in the standard programme fee but can be arranged as part of the overall package.
Every Hosted Programme is supported by a dedicated Imperial Programme Manager who coordinates all aspects of the experience, including:
- Pre-arrival logistics
- On-campus scheduling
- Faculty liaison
- Catering arrangements
- Post-programme evaluation
Your institution will have a single point of contact throughout the entire process.