New Students

Imperial College Union Welcome Hub

Find your place through the Union – every Imperial student is automatically a member, including you. Visit their Welcome 2026 page to find out about everything they've got going on to welcome you to your students' union.

Attributes and Aspirations

Attributes and Aspirations is an online self-guided short course designed to help support you transition to Imperial. With tailored UG and PG versions, you'll gain skills to help you adapt to studies at Imperial and make the most of your time here.

The Student Checklist

Imperial isn't your whole life, so the ICU Advice team have prepared this handy checklist to help you organise all your life essentials as you settle into uni.

Guidance for visiting and/or exchange students

If you're a visiting or exchange student at Imperial, we have an orientation guide to help you in your first few weeks. Follow the link below to access the guide and find out more about who to contact for dedicated support.

Library Services new students guidance

As an Imperial student, you have access to libraries across our campuses as well as a wealth of support and resources from Library Services. Find out more on the Library Services guidance page for new students.