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What to expect

University will most likely be different to anything you have experienced before. You will be living with people from all over the world, taking responsibility for your own education, and looking after yourself. Find about more about what to expect...
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What to do before you arrive

Before you arrive, take a look around and ensure that you are aware of what's expected of you, and what you can do to make the most of your time here. There's also information that will support you throughout your studies.

Getting started

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What to do when you get here

There’s a lot to do when you arrive at Imperial. Follow our quick checklist to ensure you don’t miss anything important, and that you make the best start you can to your time here.
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What's what? (glossary)

At university you will come across lots of different terms that you aren't familiar with so here we've gathered together some of the most common terms to act as a reference point for you during your studies.

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Student blogs

First year reassurance
Our student blogger shares her top tips for tackling your first year