You said, we did
Every term at Imperial, improvements to the student experience are identified and delivered by the university and the students’ union.
Benchmarking and feedback activities such as the National Student Survey, Student Experience Survey, Postgraduate Research Experience Survey, and the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey provide teaching, research, and professional service teams with invaluable input directly from students. This webpage summarises a selection of positive actions taken by the Imperial community to make a real difference to the daily life of every student on campus. It will be updated on an approximately termly basis to provide students with a headline summary of some of the most impactful investments into the Imperial experience.
Autumn term 2025
Sherfield refurbishment: Creating spaces that work for you
You asked for more welcoming and accessible spaces — we listened.
Thanks to your feedback, we’ve completed a major refurbishment of the Sherfield Building at our South Kensington campus.
Level 3 now features three brand-new lecture theatres, five upgraded teaching rooms, and refreshed breakout areas designed to support both learning and collaboration.
Level 4 is home to a new study zone, created with comfort, creativity, and community in mind. Whether you're taking a break or diving into coursework, you'll find the space inspiring, flexible, and welcoming — perfect for studying, relaxing, or catching up with friends.
Level 5 has been transformed into a dedicated hub for student support services. You’ll now find Careers, Student Counselling and Mental Health Advice, Personal Support, and the Disability Advisory Service all in one convenient location. You can find more information about how we can support you on the Student Support Zone.
Inclusive and accessible sport and physical activity
You told us you wanted easier ways to stay active — we listened.
Silwood Park now has a free-to-use MUGA pitch, already popular with students.
We piloted Active Residencies, offering free weekly yoga sessions in North Acton and South Kensington halls.
Our new Move Learn platform supports healthy lifestyles with on-demand content covering nutrition, mental wellbeing, and more.
At White City, we’ve expanded our events programme based on your feedback. Highlights include Pets as Therapy, Healthy Eating Week, Wimbledon screenings, and upcoming activities like Move Her Way, Movember, and Christmas wreath making.
We’re committed to making physical activity more inclusive, convenient, and fun across all campuses.
Autumn 2025
More choice and better value catering outlets
You asked for more variety and value-for-money food options — we delivered.
Pret A Manger has replaced Taste Imperial in South Kensington’s main reception, offering high-street convenience. Rasa Kitchen now serves affordable Asian dishes on the walkway in a refreshed space. The Indian restaurant in Queen’s Tower Rooms has relaunched with a new authentic menu. The Library Café has been redesigned to improve cooking capacity, reduce queues, and enhance the look and feel. At White City, The Works is undergoing major refurbishment to create a relaxed, welcoming space with better value options.
These changes aim to make eating on campus more enjoyable, affordable, and accessible for everyone.
Welcome Fair: Bigger, better, more accessible
You told us the Welcome Fair felt crowded and hard to navigate - we made changes.
This year, we expanded the Fair to two days, giving more space for stalls and removing the one-way system. Students told us they appreciated the freedom to explore and return to stands.
Over 11,000 students attended, and one in five joined a club, society, or project. A great sign that the changes made it easier for everyone to get involved.
We also reintroduced Quiet Hour at the start of each day, creating a calmer, more accessible environment for those who prefer a quieter experience.
Your feedback helped us create a more welcoming and inclusive Welcome Fair for everyone.