Imperial College London
Rankings, 2027 overseas fees, entry rules, application rounds, the Imperial Inspires scholarship and London living costs, checked against Imperial’s own pages.
Check my chances at ImperialLast updated 4 October 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
Imperial College London: highlights
Imperial College London teaches only science, engineering, medicine and business, and ranks joint 2nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027, the highest of any UK university. For 2027 entry it is offering at least 300 scholarships of £15,000 a year to international students, which is unusual at this level.
- After HSC: Imperial’s offers are built around A levels and the IB. Computing asks for A*A*A to A*AAA with A* in Mathematics, plus the TMUA admissions test.
- For a master’s: Imperial’s published standard for Bangladesh is a 4-year bachelor’s degree from BUET with 75%. Graduates of other universities should ask admissions before applying.
- Tuition: £47,800 a year for BEng Computing and £48,300 for MSc Computing, for 2027 entry.
- Scholarship: Imperial Inspires: £15,000 for each year of study, with at least 300 awards for 2027 entry.
- Deadlines: UCAS by 13 January 2027 at 18:00 UK time. MSc Computing has rounds closing on 6 January, 10 March and 28 April 2027.
- Application fee: £90 for a master’s application.
Key facts
The main campus is in South Kensington, central London. Because Imperial is in London, the higher visa living-cost figure applies.
Imperial rankings
| Ranking | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | =2 in the world, 1st in the UK |
Imperial shares second place with Stanford, behind MIT.
Courses and overseas fees
These are the overseas fees for 2027 entry from each course page.
| Course | Length | Overseas fee a year |
|---|---|---|
| BEng Computing | 3 years | £47,800 |
| MSc Computing | 1 year | £48,300 |
Fees for other courses are on their own pages. Expect a rise each year for continuing students.
Admission requirements for Bangladeshi students
| Your qualification or level | What Imperial asks for |
|---|---|
| HSC | Not part of Imperial’s standard offers. Check its accepted qualifications list and ask admissions |
| A levels, BEng Computing | A*A*A to A*AAA, with A* in Mathematics. Further Mathematics is preferred |
| Admissions test | The Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA), sat on 12 to 16 October 2026 or 4 to 8 January 2027 |
| Master’s, from BUET | At least 4 years of study and a bachelor’s degree with 75% |
| MSc Computing | A first-class degree in a subject without substantial computing content, and good mathematics |
| PhD | A master’s degree at first-class level or better |
BUET is the only Bangladeshi university named on Imperial’s accepted qualifications page for master’s entry.
English language scores
| Test or course | Minimum |
|---|---|
| BEng Computing | Imperial’s standard requirement |
| MSc Computing | Imperial’s higher requirement |
Imperial sets two English levels, standard and higher. The scores for each test are on its English language requirements page.
Imperial: yearly intakes
Imperial has one intake a year, in October. Master’s courses fill in rounds, so earlier rounds have more places.
| Intake | Classes start | Apply by | Open for |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2027, bachelor’s | October 2027 | UCAS by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time | All bachelor’s degrees |
| MSc Computing, round 2 | October 2027 | 30 September 2026 to 6 January 2027 | Master’s applicants |
| MSc Computing, round 3 | October 2027 | 7 January to 10 March 2027 | Master’s applicants |
| MSc Computing, round 4 | October 2027 | 11 March to 28 April 2027 | Master’s applicants, if places remain |
Scholarship invitations for Imperial Inspires start in October 2026, so apply early in the cycle.
How to apply
- Bachelor’s: apply through UCAS and book the TMUA
Register for the admissions test well before the October or January sitting.
- Master’s: apply through My Imperial
The application fee is £90. Apply in the earliest round you can.
- Complete the scholarship application if invited
Eligible applicants are invited to answer an extra essay question or submit a full scholarship application.
- Apply for the UK Student visa
Use your CAS, a TB test certificate from an IOM clinic and 28 days of financial evidence.
Scholarships for Bangladeshi students
Imperial Inspires Scholarship
Imperial College London
- Value
- £15,000 a year
- Awards
- At least 300 for 2027
- Level
- Bachelor’s and selected master’s
- Application
- By invitation after you apply
For international students paying overseas fees in Engineering, Natural Sciences, Medicine or the Business School. It is not automatic: eligible applicants are invited to apply from October 2026.
View on official site ↗GREAT Scholarship at Imperial
British Council and Imperial College London
- Value
- £15,000
- Level
- One-year master’s
- Bangladesh
- Eligible
- Paid
- Towards tuition
Part of the UK’s GREAT Scholarships programme, which includes Bangladesh. Check which Imperial courses take part each year.
View on official site ↗Chevening, Commonwealth and GREAT Scholarships are national awards open to Bangladeshi master’s applicants.
Living costs in London
London is the most expensive place to study in the UK. As a guide, Study UK puts student living costs in London at about £1,300 to £1,400 a month.
For the visa you must show £1,171 a month for 9 months (£10,539) outside London, or £1,529 a month (£13,761) in London, on top of your first year of tuition. The figures rise to £1,203 and £1,570 for applications from 30 November 2026.
What one year costs in total
A one-year MSc in Computing comes to roughly £64,000 to £65,000: £48,300 in fees plus about £15,600 to £16,800 for 12 months of living costs.
Work and careers after Imperial
Reputation
- Joint 2nd in the world and 1st in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
- Focused entirely on science, engineering, medicine and business.
Work while you study
- Up to 20 hours a week in term time on a Student visa.
- Full time during official vacations.
Stay after graduating
- The Graduate Route lets you work in any job without a sponsor.
- It is 2 years now and 18 months for applications from 1 January 2027; PhD graduates get 3 years.
Imperial: FAQs
Can I get into Imperial with HSC?
Imperial’s offers are set in A levels and the IB, and HSC is not part of its standard offers. For BEng Computing you need A*A*A to A*AAA with A* in Mathematics and the TMUA test. Ask admissions how your qualification would be treated before applying.
What does Imperial ask from Bangladeshi graduates for a master’s?
Its accepted qualifications page names BUET: at least 4 years of study and a bachelor’s degree with 75%. If your degree is from another university, contact admissions first.
How much does Imperial cost?
For 2027 entry, £47,800 a year for BEng Computing and £48,300 for MSc Computing, plus London living costs of about £1,300 to £1,400 a month.
How do I get the Imperial Inspires scholarship?
Apply for your course first. If you are eligible, Imperial invites you to complete an extra application from October 2026. It is worth £15,000 for each year of study, and there are at least 300 for 2027 entry.
When are the deadlines?
UCAS by 13 January 2027 for bachelor’s degrees. MSc Computing rounds close on 6 January, 10 March and 28 April 2027.
Is there an application fee?
Yes, £90 for a master’s application. Bachelor’s applicants pay the UCAS fee of £34.50.
Plan the rest
Official sources
- Imperial: BEng Computing ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Imperial: MSc Computing ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Imperial: accepted qualifications ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Imperial Inspires scholarships ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Imperial: scholarships search ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- QS World University Rankings 2027 ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 4 October 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.