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You will need to complete a personal statement as part of your application.

This statement supports your application by demonstrating:

• the course is right for you; and
• you have the skills, knowledge and aptitude to achieve the course requirements.

It is normally one to two pages long.

You'll find a description of the course and the key course requirements, including skills, experiences and technical abilities on our course pages.

Use this description as a guide to the points you address in your statement.

You can also talk about how the course fits in with your desired academic progression or career aspirations.

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• Concluding paragraph

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Personal statements for courses in the Business School are slightly different than for other courses. Your personal statement provides an opportunity for you tell us a bit more about yourself and your motivation for undertaking this programme.

In the personal statement section of the application, we ask you to answer the following questions:

• Please share your motivation for undertaking this programme?
• What is your proudest non-academic achievement?
• What would you contribute to the cohort and to the Imperial community?
• How would you use your degree to make a positive impact?

Each section of the personal statement has a 1500 character limit (including spaces).

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• You can submit your first-choice personal statement when applying. If your application to your first-choice course is unsuccessful, you can then send your second choice personal statement to the appropriate  Admissions team . 

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Geology Personal Statement Example 1 My interest in the natural world started early in my life. At the age of 4 and at my first school years, my favorite trip was at the Greek Natural History museum where I admired the shinny purple stones, the giraffe, the lions, and most of all, the huge Triceratops skeleton...

Mathematics and Physics Personal Statement Example 1 Mathematics is a fundamental tool for understanding our world: it can be used to define the symmetry of flowers or to manage global companies. What is so appealing about mathematics is the opportunity of applying it in the physical world...

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement Example 1 Fire, the wheel, boats, book printing, electricity, engines, automobiles, planes, spaceships, wireless information transfer: engineering is determining this progress. Leading engineers are the creators of our future...

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Personal Statement Example 1 I have always had a creative ability and a fascination with how things work. The challenge of solving practical problems inherent in the field of engineering appeals directly to these traits. I am particularly interested in electrical and electronic engineering (EEE) because it is such a rapidly evolving discipline...

Physics Personal Statement Example (International Student) 1 Some people believe there is no universal key to the mysteries of the world, but I am convinced otherwise. Since early childhood when my parents, both physicists by training, patiently answered all my why-questions and encouraged me in my fascination with astronomy, I have been thinking of Physics as the perfect science that can unveil all the secrets that fascinate humanity...

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement Example 2 The ability to apply what I have learnt in the classroom to the outside world is an aspect of physics and maths that I particularly enjoy. An example of this was being able to calculate the coefficient of friction between a book and a table, by knowing the weight and measuring the angle at which it started to move...

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement Example 8 If I were to describe myself in one word, it would definitely be inquisitive. Since young, I have always been eager to know how things work and what the principles that lie within them are. Hence I have always enjoyed science-related subjects particularly Mathematics and Physics...

Biomedical Engineering Personal Statement Example 2 Thanks to my mother's profession, I have had a front row seat in observing the radical changes made in the medical field with the introduction of new devices. I have also seen the beneficial effects these developments have had on the lives of people living in the less affluent countries in the Middle East; these observations coupled with my interest in mechanics have inspired me to pursue a career in biomedical engineering...

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement Example 12 The time I first saw an aircraft fly over our house, I was three. Out of curiosity I asked my father about it. To avoid complexity he simply explained that it was like a gigantic flying bus. I was awed...

Maths & Actuarial Science Personal Statement Example 1 "It has become a very strange and perhaps frightening subject from the ordinary point of view,but anyone who penetrates into it will find a veritable fairyland"( Kasner E and Newman J).This saying is perhaps the most fitted to describe my enthusiasm for Maths...

Medicine Personal Statement Example 48 Given that over ninety nine percent of the body consists of just six elements, it is hard to imagine the human body as an intricately synchronised and immensely complex machine. Yet, it has done well to puzzle even the brightest minds in history-but I am drawn to a challenge; I cannot think of anything else more fascinating to work with...

Engineering Personal Statement Example 20 Overcoming economic hurdles tempered by ecological limits requires innovative solutions. For centuries mathematical and analytical skills have fused to solve practical problems. The diverse nature of engineering has made advancements possible in an array of fields from the wheel to The International Space Station...

Physics Personal Statement Example 11 The mystery of physics has always enthralled me. Whether it is the complex physical phenomena or simple ideas intertwining to form elegant complex theories capable of explaining near all questions of the universe...

Medicine Personal Statement Example 57 My enthusiasm for the advances of medical science, understanding and technology drive me towards medicine. I yearn to discover further the wonder and complexities of science, and have a greater understanding of the illness' and diseases we face...

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement Example 15 Aircraft is one of the major contributions of all time. The intricate engineering behind aircraft, space shuttle and satellite really captivates me. The work of aerospace engineers is quite challenging as they apply their acquired knowledge of Mathematics and Physics to design such major products to satisfy real world necessities...

Medicine Personal Statement Example 61 While the idea to care for others is appealing to me, the applications of medicine for finding remedies to the complexities of the human body fascinates me even more. Studying medicine opens several career options from general practice to clinical research! Having the interest and aptitude for scientific knowledge and the awareness to promote health safety, it encourages me to choose this highly rewarding and satisfying course...

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement Example 17 While other children fell asleep to the sound of their parents reading them bedtime fairytales, I was busy re-reading Ladybirds Explorer’s, “Flight” for probably the fourth time that day. I’ve been enthralled by the concept of flight and aerodynamics ever since I was young...

Chemical Engineering Personal Statement Example 10 Chemical engineering is a most fascinating field of all the branches of science and engineering. To me it truly reflects human endeavour and spirit through means such as the exploration of unknown substances, and making something of worth and value out of mere raw materials...

Medicine Personal Statement Example 66 White coats, stethoscopes hung around necks and the sense of playing hero were popular amongst childhood dreams. However, unlike others around me, this dream was not lost when I realised reality paved a much tougher road- instead, it grew to become a fierce ambition...

Computer Science Personal Statement Example 54 Since my first years of school, my life has gravitated around the questions starting with “Why” and “How”. In the 7th grade I was introduced to physics, which answered some of my questions but also generated more...

Physics Personal Statement Example 15 I have always been intrigued by the world of physics. From everyday experiences to the most extreme boundaries of today's knowledge, I have always voraciously searched for answers to my questions. As I grew up, the elegance of mathematical demonstrations and of physical theorems fascinated me, and I have often dreamt of making contributions to the unification theory and of improving and simplifying the Navier-Stokes equations...

Natural Sciences Personal Statement Example 4 Why and How? I believe these are the two most important question words as they express mankind’s unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and they have lain the foundation of sciences and have helped us find answers and solutions to problems throughout history from the domestication of fire to Darwin’s theory of evolution, to landing on the moon and so on...

Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement Example 19 These days, we are surrounded by engineering marvels. From radios to space shuttles, everything involves a vital feat of engineering. That is what I find most attractive about this field as its application is everywhere...

Electrical Engineering Personal Statement Example 2 The defining wonder of today’s age is electricity. In just two centuries, we have come from Faraday’s crude but prophetic experiments to devices just a square inch that can calculate in seconds what the most gifted of human minds might take days...

Engineering Personal Statement Example 24 When I was a child, most of the sentences I spoke out finished with a question mark, asking how everyday things work. Receiving answers to these questions and learning more about Mathematics and Physics has enlarged my desire to make human life easier and become an Engineer...

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Your personal statement provides an opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the programme.

Typically your personal statement should be one side of A4 and include your motivations for applying to Imperial, and any other supporting information not included elsewhere on the form that you feel will enhance your application.

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You can typically apply for up to two courses in an academic year.

We will consider your application for Master's courses in the order they are submitted so it is important to list your preferred course as your first choice and your reserve course as your second choice.

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If you are applying to the Business School, you may only be considered for one programme per admissions cycle. Applicants to the Finance Master's programmes, will be able to indicate their areas of interest in finance when applying. If the Business School cannot make you an offer for the finance programme you applied for, they may consider your suitability for other areas of finance that are offered in line with the areas of interest you express.

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Welcome to our collection of Medicine Personal Statement Examples! We’ve searched far and wide to find personal statements from successful applicants all around the UK and asked them to analyse the strengths and weaknesses of their work for your own inspiration. Today’s subject is from Aneesha, who studies Medical Science at Imperial College London.

Aneesha had a applied to a selection of top medical schools in the UK before receiving an offer from both Imperial and King’s College London .

Of course, Aneesha chose the former, so let’s read the personal statement that got her a place at Imperial College London, or skip straight to her feedback to learn what made her personal statement a success!

Please be aware that these examples are meant purely for the sake of inspiration, and should absolutely NOT be used as a model around which to base your own personal statement. UCAS have a rather strict system that detects plagiarism .

Imperial Medicine Personal Statement Example

Whole personal statement.

Medical Science appeals to me because of its mutability. Particularly, the opportunity to continually learn and apply new innovations to help the human body function fascinates me. A teacher opened my eyes to how science is linked with all aspects of our life, prompting me to choose Biology at my A/Level. Human Biology in particular interested me. I realised how the various organ systems need to work in tandem to keep our bodies functioning.   Visiting a Surgical Intensive Care Unit opened my eyes to instances in which congenital disorders destabilised the functioning of the entire body, which I was not able to glean from my textbooks.

Seeing an ETU function highlighted how stressful a medical career can be. Often, a single doctor on shift had to prioritise among patients who had been waiting for hours, and were heckling the doctor. I was impressed by their ability to keep calm and make swift decisions based on a range of symptoms. A highlight of my work experience was being able to see a Caesarean section delivery. I saw how everyone from the nurses to the surgeons contributed towards the procedure. Observing how the team supported the mother, calmly explaining what she could expect, and holding her hand through the pain, opened my eyes to the level of empathy and reliability required in this profession.

Shadowing a consultant in a Paediatric Preliminary Care Unit, I witnessed her dismiss a child’s concerns about an abdominal pain, and spoke to the mother in medical terms which did not effectively communicate the problem to her. On the other hand, another demonstrated how good communication can work wonders in drawing a patient out, with relatively simple questions like, “Have you eaten lunch yet?” This proved to be a highly thought-provoking experience, highlighting the importance of communication in medical practice.

During a project to raise funds for a local orphanage, we visited and spent hours with the children. I realised that what made them happiest was not the items we donated, but the fact that we spent time with them. The realisation that care is more valued than material items was humbling.

I wish to study abroad as repeated closure of local universities due to student unrest is discouraging and challenging. I wish to study in England as I have previously lived in the UK for a period of 5 years, and I am acclimated to the culture and language. English is also the main language of instruction of my current school. I hence believe that England would be a solid environment to be in whilst away from home.

Ranking second in the country at my GCE O/Level and maintaining a high academic level in my A/Level years has given me the confidence that I am able to cope with the academic demands of a medical degree.

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Now, let’s go section by section and see what Aneesha has to say about what she wrote:  

INTRODUCTION

Introduction

Beginning with what fascinates me about the course and including real life experience to back it up demonstrates my enthusiasm and excitement for my chosen degree, as well as an understanding of what a career in medicine could involve. An introduction needs to quickly get the point across that you have a genuine reason for joining this course and that you would be an asset to the university for this reason. This is especially true when your explanation dives deeper into actual subject knowledge rather than staying surface level. If you plan on specialising into a specific area, mention it (although you need to be careful not to come off as stuck in your ways and unable to explore new fields).

In terms of improvements, I could’ve introduced my other reason for studying medicine in my introduction. As I have chosen to write my personal statement in a narrative style, my motivation for studying medicine is laid out chronologically, however I feel that introducing these ideas earlier on could improve the overall structure of my personal statement and make me appear to be a more diverse candidate.

These two paragraphs both cover my ‘work experiences’ and generally have a similar format, so I felt it was best to discuss them together. In these paragraphs, I have reflected on my experiences in hospital and a clinical environment, which demonstrates that I am able to learn from experience. It also demonstrates a realistic understanding of a career in medicine and its challenges. A general rule of thumb is that any work experience like this needs to be discussed in-depth when writing a personal statement. It’s the most relevant and some of the most challenging work experience you can do pre-med school. It’s also good to focus more on what you learnt and witnessed compared to the work you actually did. The lessons learnt from the professionals are more valuable than any amount of assisting and busy-work you likely had to do during your time there!

The biggest flaw with this section is with the structure. I feel that these paragraphs may seem a little disjointed, as I have taken different experiences and written them without including any statement tying these experiences together. These experiences aren’t too different from each other, so it shouldn’t have been too hard to find a theme that links them together and explains how everything discussed helped me grow as a person.

In my “work in a local orphanage” paragraph, I have demonstrated that I am able to work in a professional capacity, which is always a sign of a good candidate early on ( voluntary work is always a good look as well). I have also reflected on this experience and tied it back to how this experience is of value to develop skills necessary in my career of choice. Best of all, it shows the humility that anyone needs when working in medicine, as it is primarily a human subject.

It’s a very short section though, so I could have brought in more examples of work placements and how these experiences have shaped me, and reflected further on how these experiences helped me develop my understanding of myself and my capabilities. These wouldn’t have had to have been as in-depth as my work experience discussion, but mention more examples of learning experiences will show a more well-rounded character on the page.

In my “why do I want to study abroad” paragraph, I have highlighted a few reasons why I have chosen to leave home and learn in a completely new environment. I have also demonstrated that I feel confident in being able to acclimatise myself to this new environment. This may not be the most relevant information to provide in a personal statement, although it does display a great strength of my character and the skill of perseverance.

However, I feel that I could have highlighted what about the education system and course delivery in the UK interests me, and how I feel that this academic environment would be the best place for me to complete my degree and develop my skills. One piece of advice I can definitely give is this: UK applicant’s don’t really need to add a section like this to their personal statements!

As a school prefect, dealing with my peers who faced issues such as stress, mental health concerns, and coming to terms with a horrific terrorist bombing, I was required to be an empathic listener and someone who was willing to actively help my fellow students. I understood my capacity to help, but knew my limitations. The emotional demand also taught me how to keep myself healthy whilst helping.

Music is my outlet, and I find time to play in a number of orchestras and sing chorally. Playing with the Sri Lanka Symphony Orchestra, I have been able to meet people of various social strata, ethnicities, religions and sexualities. As leader of my school orchestra, I learned the value of being organized and punctual, and how to lead a team, which I feel are transferable in my career of choice.

These paragraphs again link together fairly closely, so it’s easier to analyse them together. In this “school/extra-curricular activities” section, I have demonstrated my academic capabilities as well as the skills I have developed in teamwork, communication , leadership and resilience , all of which are invaluable . While I have not gone too in-depth into any of these, it’s not really that necessary as they are all just smaller things that combine into a larger selection of skills and life lessons.

This paragraph could have been improved if I had linked it back to my paragraph on my work experience, and how the characteristics I developed linked back to my observations and reflections of a clinical environment. Having many individual experiences only gets you so far in your personal statement, almost anyone can go and do some of these things. The strength of them come from what you learn from them and how you can use all these experiences together to become a better medical worker. There are also some areas here that aren’t strictly necessary. If I had needed more space in other areas of the statement, this would have been the first place to make cuts.

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Having seen the emotional and intellectual demand associated with medicine I feel it is a career which is both stimulating and ultimately rewarding. This is why I hope to follow this discipline through my life.

In my conclusion, I have briefly summed up all of the ideas I brought out through my personal statement, which links my paragraphs together and highlights what I feel are the key aspects of this statement. This is exactly what a conclusion should do. There’s no need to add extra information or anything else in the last moments of you statement, all you need to do is reflect upon and summarise what you’ve said.

This conclusion could have been further strengthened if I had mentioned a few key areas of my statement more specifically, in order to further demonstrate my understanding of what I feel are the most important segments. The reader wants to know that you fully understand what you’ve written and are genuine about the points you’ve made. The conclusion is the perfect place to do this, so being more specific, although not overly detailed, is a good idea.

Final Thoughts

I think my personal statement is honest and reflective, and the narrative style I have written it in demonstrates my journey in arriving at the conclusion I have. I feel that I have addressed several important questions such as why I have chosen this degree, what I have done to further my understanding of my chosen career, and how my personal experiences have shaped me in a way that lead to my choices. I also feel the answers I have provided are effective and convincing, using my real world experience to prove my commitment and skill in the field of medicine.

I feel that the structure of my personal statement is a little disjointed at times, as I have written about a number of experiences without linking them together. Providing the links in your development is the best way to legitimise what you have said and make for a more believable and engaging story. This problem is highlighted in my conclusion, which could have pointed out the key points in my statement better. This would have helped round out the statement and make the important parts of what I said stick out in the reader’s mind after they finished reading.

So there you have it! This personal statement helped Aneesha get a place at imperial College London! Everyone has different experiences and abilities, so you may not be able to relate to everything that was said in this personal statement. However, the information and advice provided by Aneesha is universal and will help any applicant write a better personal statement!  

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Research the program specifications:

Try to analyse the features and specialities of the program you are enrolling on and give out hints while writing your personal statement. This will add a tailored outlook to your write-up, for instance, Imperial College business analytics personal statement. 

Research about Imperial College:

Having a good understanding of Imperial College London will be very helpful when you write about the motivations for choosing this particular college. It could be the faculties, internship opportunities or the well-equipped campus.

Write a customized personal statement:

Try to customize your personal statement in every sentence. Never sound like a cliched one. To a good extent, you can achieve this by being self-reflective in your writing and also by tailoring the essay to the specific program. 

Proofread and edit:

At the end, proofread your write-up at least four to five times and correct all the mistakes. If you are not confident about the mistakes, reach out to an expert to review your Imperial College business school personal statement for you.

Submit on time:

Never wait to submit your personal statement on the last day. If anything goes wrong, you will be exempted from the pool. The best advice is to submit at least a week ahead of the deadline. 

Personal Statement for Nanotechnology in Imperial College Example

‘Nobody ever figures out what life is all about, and it doesn’t matter. Explore the world. Nearly everything is really interesting if you go into it deeply enough’…

As I recall one of the motivational quotes of Richard Feynman, I reflect upon the tremendous potential that the field of nanotechnology holds for me. I believe my academic goals to be a by-product of my exposure to electrical engineering. Capitalizing on this natural fascination and acquiring knowledge, I am all set to embrace a Master’s program in Engineering, specializing in Nanotechnology. For me, it is imperative to develop my research skills, focusing on domains like 2D nanostructures, plasmonic waveguides and optical trapping. Well, I would acknowledge this passion as an outgrowth of my curiosity in natural science, which was never a part of my academic courses.

Reflecting upon my high-school days, I spent a significant time exploring physics and mathematics beyond my textbooks. During this time, I was intrigued over the MIT Open Course Ware, which I came across on the internet. Electromagnetics appealed to me with its elegance, along with its non-intuitive and evasive theories. My appetite for clearing these concepts compelled me to watch experimental demonstrations. I also came across ‘A student’s guide to Maxwell’s equations’ online, and it appeared to be my strength. In two months, I got the opportunity to mentor some of the brightest minds of India at an inter-school seminar.

Even after I ascended college, it took me a couple of years to discover my fascination with solid-state devices and photonics. Out of curiosity, I took on advanced programs on semiconductor physics. Eventually, my interest in nanotechnology started growing acute, and I commenced with my formal research in nanophotonics. I found this to be a unique domain, where most of the areas of my interests overlapped. Knowing that nanotechnology holds the secret for research on the next-gen device engineering and swift computing, I decided to specialize in this discipline.

As a part of my undergraduate thesis, I developed SPCE (surface plasmon coupled emission) sensors. During this time, I explored several means to enhance the coupling between surface plasmon polariton and the fluorescence emission to enhance the efficiency of fluorescence microscopy to collect signals. Rather than deploying a single film of silver, opted for Ag-GaAs-Ag stack on a prism of glass, matching index. In the process, I succeeded in enhancing both the SPCE intensity and excitation field. The reason I designed the spacer layer on the upper film of silver was that, in typical SPCE studies, the glass spacers did not contribute to the amplification of signals. Besides, I adopted several combinations involving 2D materials, like molybdenum and graphene disulfide, one-dimensional materials like CNT (carbon nanotube) and fullerene, with zero dimension due to their individual properties while interacting with molecules of fluorophore. This significantly increased the SPCE. I published the results of this paper in a journal paper, after it was reviewed by a peer.

My internship at Adnano Technologies for five months bestowed me with a gratifying experience. In this company, I worked on LSPR (localized surface plasmon resonance) for SMD (single molecule detection). This involved confining the evanescent field in a small volume. I introduced a hole n the thin film of silver, as a result of which LSPR was generated. Besides, I recorded an ~8-fold enhancement in the field of excitation. However, the propagation length and penetration depth were small indeed to generate a small excitation volume.

Being an avid reader, I am familiar with the transmission of quasi-TEM microwave signals and the use of plasmonic structures in CPW. These adoptions can usher many advantages over the present technology. Particularly, it would lead to lower consumption of data, high bandwidth rate and reduced layers. I look forward to research on all these fields, along with the scope of chip-to-chip deployment. This would result in reduced loss of propagation and cross talk, without compromising with the SNR.

Presently, I look forward to study the Master’s program at your esteemed university and earn a higher degree, and eventually go for a PhD. Evolving as a seasoned professional, I would be able to contribute to advanced researches in the field of electrical engineering. In the process, I would also be able to serve my country, India, in terms of evolving technologies. A positive growth is already taking place back in the laboratories of my homeland. I look forward to complement my interests and professional goals with adequate formal education from your institution. Considering the sound academic infrastructure and progressive learning environment at your college, I look forward to enroll myself for the specified program. On acquiring the advanced knowledge, I would gladly propel myself closer to my professional goals.

If you are feeling confused or don’t know how to start your essay, here is an Imperial College personal statement masters example PDF for you to download and read.

Example 2 – Computer Science Personal Statement Imperial College

Pro tips for composing imperial college personal statement without mistakes.

To write a sure bet personal statement that cements your seat, here are some professional tips from the experts. 

Try to incorporate all of them during your writing for a definite result. 

Never plagiarize:

Plagiarism in the personal statement is an unforgivable mistake. It could lead to the rejection of your application. Refer to the Imperial personal statement example but don’t copy it.  

Solidify claims with evidence:

If you are citing any of your achievements or strengths, make sure to substantiate them with legible evidence. 

Maintain consistency:

Maintain consistency in formatting, quality of language, and writing tone throughout your document. 

Ensure readability and engagement:

Readability is the overall easiness that a reader will find while reading your write-up. Engagement measures how much the reader enjoys reading it. Both are essential in your personal statement. 

Root out mistakes:

Allow no mistakes – grammatical, spelling or factual. Writing your personal statement without adhering to the requirements is also considered to be a mistake. So, avoid that.

Final Checklist

• Have you proofread your personal statement? 
• Have you validated your document against Imperial College London personal statement examples? 
• Does your personal statement meet all the guidelines from the Imperial college admission board? 
• Have you got a second opinion on your personal statement? 
• Has your personal statement been properly formatted? 

Why Imperial College London? 5 Reasons Why International Students Dream to Study There

Global research contributor:.

Imperial College London is a key contributor to many international projects by way of their research. 

Ranked among the top ten:

The Imperial has always secured its place among the top ten institutions at the global level.

Partnership with foreign universities:

The institute is collaborating with many foreign universities. Students are offered a chance to visit these partner universities.

International programs:

The university conducts many overseas programs which enable students to travel to other continents and volunteer in social and academic activities.

Diversity of staff and students:

It is estimated that about 60% of the students and 35% of the faculties of the university have non-UK backgrounds. It’s one of the most diverse institutions in the world.

How to Apply at Imperial College London?

• First of all, register your account with UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Services) 
• Complete the registration by adding your details. 
• Provide details of your academic and professional experiences and history. 
• Choose the preferred program you wish to apply to. In this case, the particular Imperial College Program you are applying to. 
• Attach your Imperial College personal statement and other documents
• Click on the submit button to file your application. 

Imperial College London Acceptance Rate

As per the data released by UCAS, in the year 2020, the acceptance rate to Imperial College was about 13.5%. To put in actual figures, only 3,450 students could get an admission out of the total application of 25,650.

Life at Imperial

Imperial College London is one of the most vibrant academic institutions in the world. Besides lectures and labs, students are offered opportunities to take part in various activities, for instance, baking, hip hop, biking, drama and more. The number of societies, clubs and various projects together make up around 350.

A Few Reminders as We Wind Up

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Graduation Day 2024

Wednesday 8 may.

President’s welcome

Welcome to Imperial College London’s Graduation Day 2024. I am delighted that you, your family and friends are able to join us for today’s celebration here in the prestigious Royal Albert Hall.

My congratulations to all the graduates, honourees and award winners celebrating today.  

An Imperial degree requires curiosity, tenacity, collaboration and years of hard work. I know just how challenging this is to achieve. You deserve today’s reward.

Academic excellence is always a team project, so I extend my thanks to friends, family and fellow students who have supported you in your efforts. I hope that your time here has sparked friendships and professional partnerships that will flourish for years to come. Graduation is a proud moment for Imperial’s entire community who have shared their knowledge, guided, supported and inspired you.

Today you join our esteemed alumni community. The questions you go on to ask, the discoveries you make, and the innovations you drive, will impact the world and inspire the next generation of students to study at Imperial.

Professor Hugh Brady  President

"From all of us here at Imperial: well done and all the best for your future. May your scientific imagination lead to world-changing impact." 

Need to know

Order of the day, click a ceremony time to access a guide to the events:.

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Natural Sciences and Imperial College Business School: Finance Suite

Imperial College Business School: MBA, Management, Specialised Suites and Doctoral

Faculty of Medicine, Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship, and the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication

For the enjoyment of all guests, please:

• Turn your mobile phone to silent.
• Follow the stewards’ instructions.
• Graduating students: after crossing the stage, please return to your seat and remain seated for the rest of the ceremony.

Filming and photography 

Please keep photography to a minimum during the ceremony and remember selfies are not permitted on stage.

Please be considerate of those around you and do not use flash. 

Professional photographers will also be in the Junior Common Room and Senior Common Rooms during the day, to take portraits of graduating students.

Professional portrait photography on Graduation Day 2024 is provided by Tempest Photography.

Graduating students can take photos in their academic dress with family and friends, in our photography studios located in the Junior Common Room, Sherfield Building and stage photography will also be available to purchase after each ceremony, from the sales desk in the Senior Common Room, Sherfield Building.

Whether you are after a memento of your big day, a new professional, graduation headshot or something special to share with family and friends as a celebration of your accomplishments, Tempest have a variety of packages available.

After the event you can find your pictures on the Event Photography Online Order Service . If you have lost your reference number to access any pictures taken in the photography area, please contact the Tempest team via [email protected] and they will be happy to assist you.

• Graduating students: after crossing the stage, you must return to your seat and remain seated for the rest of the ceremony.

Please ensure that you are considerate of those around you and do not use flash. 

Professional photographers will also be in the Junior Common Room and Senior Common Rooms during the day, to take portrait photographs of graduating students.

FIND A GRADUATING STUDENT

Enter a name, chair ’ s welcome.

Welcome to Graduation Day 2024, where we are celebrating a milestone moment for our graduating students. We also celebrate the exceptional contributions of our staff and recognise a select few outside Imperial for their outstanding contributions in their respective fields. 

Graduands, your time at Imperial has been a journey of discovery with today being a moment of celebration as you continue your life path. You have worked hard, researched many topics, and collaborated on projects. This has given you immense knowledge in your field, and equipped you with an ability to learn continuously.

For generations, those with a degree from Imperial have made their mark in science, technology, engineering, medicine, business and education, making the world a better place. Today you join this illustrious group of outstanding thinkers and innovators.

From my own graduation day, I recall a feeling of joy, coupled with excitement and a feeling of pure possibility. I ask you to be ambitious! The world has many challenges to be solved and many opportunities to be realised by your innovative minds and collaborative effort.

You also join an incredibly wonderful Imperial alumni network, an opportunity for new friendships even as you build your current ones. I hope you will come back to Imperial periodically to share your experiences and support the continuing evolution of your alma mater.

I would also like to recognise the contributions of our staff, in particular our staff awardees, who work tirelessly to make all this possible, and to our external awardees who have accomplished so much in their respective fields.

In conclusion, my congratulations to all the graduates and award winners, and thank you to our Imperial colleagues who helped them get here. This is only the beginning.

Mr Vindi Banga Chair of Council

A message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Albert Hall

We are delighted to welcome Imperial College London to the Royal Albert Hall for Graduation Day 2024. For over 150 years we have been bringing people together as the home of breathtaking moments and lasting memories.

As a registered charity, we are committed to providing unforgettable, life-enhancing experiences for everyone, and to being a dynamic force for good in music and society right across the world. Our own Engagement programme creates memories, changes lives and provides inspiration through music for all, with a wide range of exciting opportunities, as we aim to offer fairer access to the arts.

Thank you for your continued support – together, we create the amazing. I hope you have a wonderful time.

James Ainscough CEO, Royal Albert Hall

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Clues from deep magma reservoirs could improve volcanic eruption forecasts

Imperial College London

New research into molten rock 20km below the Earth’s surface could help save lives by improving the prediction of volcanic activity.

Volcanic eruptions pose significant hazards, with devastating impacts on both people living nearby and the environment.

They are currently predicted based on activity of the volcano itself and the upper few kilometres of crust beneath it, which contains molten rock potentially ready to erupt.

However, new research highlights the importance of searching for clues much deeper in the Earth’s crust, where rocks are first melted into magma before rising to chambers closer to the surface.

To understand the inner workings of our planet's most explosive phenomena, researchers at Imperial College London and the University of Bristol dug deep to shed light on the frequency, composition, and size of volcanic eruptions around the world.

Their findings suggest that the size and frequency of eruptions are closely linked to the time it takes for extremely hot, molten rock known as magma to form in these deep reservoirs beneath the Earth's crust – at depths of up to 20 kilometres – as well as to the size of these reservoirs.

Researchers believe that the findings, published in Science Advances , will allow them to predict volcanic eruptions more accurately, ultimately safeguarding communities of people and helping mitigate risks to the environment.

Studying volcanoes around the world

The study, led researchers at the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial, reviewed data from 60 of the most explosive volcanic eruptions, spanning nine countries: the United States, New Zealand, Japan, Russia, Argentina, Chile, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Indonesia.

Study author Dr Catherine Booth , Research Associate in the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, said: "We looked at volcanoes around the world and dug deeper than previous studies that focused on shallow underground chambers where magma is stored before eruptions. We focused on understanding magma source reservoirs deep beneath our feet, where extreme heat melts solid rocks into magma at depths of around 10 to 20 kilometres.”

The team combined real-world data with advanced computer models. They looked at the composition, structure, and history of rocks deep beneath the Earth’s crust, alongside information gathered from active volcanoes, to understand how magma builds up and behaves deep underground, eventually rising through the Earth’s crust to volcanoes.

Using this information, researchers created computer simulations that mimic the complex processes of magma flow and storage deep within the Earth. Through these simulations, the team gained new insights into what factors drive volcanic eruptions.

Identifying key controls of eruptions

“Contrary to previous beliefs, our study suggests that the buoyancy of the magma, rather than the proportion of solid and molten rock, is what drives eruptions,” said Dr Booth.

“Magma buoyancy is controlled by its temperature and chemical composition compared to the surrounding rock– as the magma accumulates its composition changes to make it less dense, making it more ‘buoyant’ and enabling it to rise.

“Once the magma becomes buoyant enough to float, it rises and creates fractures in the overlying solid rock – and it then flows through these fractures very rapidly, causing an eruption.”

As well as identifying buoyancy of magma as an important factor driving eruptions, researchers also looked at how magma behaves once it reaches shallower underground chambers right before erupting. They found that how long magma was stored in these shallower chambers can have an effect on volcanic eruptions too – with longer periods of storage leading to smaller eruptions.

While larger reservoirs may be expected to fuel greater, more explosive eruptions, the findings also revealed that very large reservoirs disperse heat, which slows down the process of melting solid rocks into magma. This led researchers to conclude that the size of reservoirs is another key factor for predicting eruption sizes accurately – and that there is such a thing as an optimal size for the most explosive eruptions.

Findings also highlight that eruptions are rarely isolated and, instead, are part of a repetitive cycle. Additionally, the magma released by the volcanoes they studied was high in silica, a natural compound known to play a role in determining the viscosity and explosiveness of magma – with high-silica magma tending to be more viscous and resulting in more explosive eruptions.

Co-author Professor Matt Jackson , Chair in Geological Fluid Dynamics in the Department of Earth Science and Engineering at Imperial College London, said: “By improving our understanding of the processes behind volcanic activity and providing models that shed light on the factors controlling eruptions, our study is a crucial step towards better monitoring and forecasting of these powerful geological events.

“Our study had some limitations: our model focused on how magma flows upwards, and the source reservoirs in our model contained only molten rock and crystals. However, there is evidence that other fluids such as water and carbon dioxide are also found in these source reservoirs, and that magma can swirl and flow sideways.”

The next steps for researchers will be to refine their models, incorporating three-dimensional flow and accounting for different fluid compositions. In this way, they hope to continue to decipher the Earth’s processes responsible for volcanic eruptions – helping us better prepare for natural disasters in the future.

Science Advances

10.1126/sciadv.add1595

Article Title

Source reservoir controls on the size, frequency and composition of large-scale volcanic eruptions

Article Publication Date

10-May-2024

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