Imperial College London, or Imperial for short, is one of the most prestigious universities in the world, located in London, the capital of the United Kingdom. It is known for its research and educational programs in the fields of science, engineering, medicine and business.
Establishment and History
It was founded in 1907 by the merger of the previously separate Royal College of Science, Royal College of Mines and City and Guilds College. The merger created a research-focused university specialising in science and technology.
Academic Fields
Imperial College offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the following key areas:
- Engineering: Programs are available in many branches of engineering such as mechanical, electrical, chemical, biomedical, and aeronautical.
- Science: Provides in-depth education in basic sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics.
- Medicine: The faculty of medicine is a world-renowned research centre and plays a leading role in medical education and medical research.
- Business: The business school offers an innovative approach to business, integrated with expertise in science and engineering.
