Postgraduate life in the UK’s best student city
Be part of our community
Whether it's joining one of our 370 student-run clubs, representing Imperial in one of a wide range of sport teams, or bringing a new idea to market with Imperial's enterprise ecosystem, discover what you can get involved with while you study with us.
London/SU
Living in London
Voted as the top three best student city*, London offers everything you need on your doorstep. Enjoy bars, restaurants, free museums, outside green spaces, great shopping experiences and so much more.
Plus, London is a global hub for many industries, presenting plenty of opportunities to advance in your career.
*QS Best Student Cities 2026
Imperial Students' Union
It’s not all labs and lectures.
At Imperial, we have over 370 student-run clubs, societies and projects. With cultural, faith-led, academic, arts, charitable, sports and more, you’ll find something to be part of. You can also enjoy the Sci-Fi Library, Imperial Cinema, Media Suite and other student spots in the Union.
Entrepreneurship and innovation
From idea exploration to venture incubation and start-up investment, Imperial has everything you need to turn an idea into tangible, real-world impact.
Visit our entrepreneurship page for more information.
Enterprise Lab
Supports over 2,000 students annually with mentoring and skills development workshops
The WE Innovate programme
Awards a prize fund of £30,000* to outstanding women-led start-ups. *subject to sponsorship
The Venture Catalyst Challenge
Welcomes students to pitch ideas to a panel of industry leaders for a chance to win a share of the £100,000* prize fund. *subject to sponsorship
E.quinox Society
Invites new members to contribute ideas and skills to create sustainable and affordable technologies for rural communities in the Global South
Great Exhibition Road Festival
Visiting London in the summer? On 6-7 June 2026, join us at the Great Exhibition Road Festival. It’s a free annual celebration of science and the arts each summer in South Kensington. Enjoy hands-on workshops, fascinating talks, performances, and installations from iconic museums and research and culture organisations, including Imperial College London, the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, V&A, and many more.
Find out more about the Great Exhibition Road Festival on their website.
