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London's Leader in Science and Technology

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Imperial College London, founded in London in 1907, is a world-renowned public research university specializing in engineering, medicine, natural sciences, and business. Its establishment began with Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, and his vision of creating a cultural centre in South Kensington, and it was formed by the merger of the Royal College of Science, the Royal School of Mines, and the City and Guilds of London Institute.

Imperial College London is a university distinguished by its strong academic structure in science, engineering, medicine, and business, its international student profile, and its prestigious alumni. Its location close to the center of London and its extensive campus facilities offer students a rich educational experience.

Imperial College London is ranked 2nd in the world and 1st in the UK and Europe according to the QS World University Ranking. The Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2025 places the university 9th worldwide and 3rd in Europe.

The main campus is located in the prestigious South Kensington area of ​​London, famous for the Queen's Tower. The campus is close to important cultural venues such as the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Additional campuses are located in White City, Silwood Park and various London hospitals.

Imperial College London has produced many renowned alumni who have left their mark in science, technology, medicine, and business. Among them is Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sir Alexander Fleming, who discovered penicillin. Queen guitarist Brian May also holds a PhD in astrophysics, having completed his studies and doctorate at Imperial College London.

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Brian May

Sir Brian Harold May is an English musician, songwriter, record producer, animal welfare activist, and astrophysicist. He gained worldwide fame as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the rock band Queen, which he formed with singer Freddie Mercury and drummer Roger Taylor.

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Sir Alexander Fleming

Sir Alexander Fleming FRS FRSE FRCS was a Scottish physician and microbiologist best known for discovering penicillin, the world's first widely effective antibiotic.

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Cyrus Mistry

Cyrus Pallonji Mistry was an Indian-born Irish billionaire businessman. From 2012 to 2016, he was the chairman of the Tata Group, an Indian business conglomerate. He was the group's sixth chairman and the second person not to bear the surname Tata.

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In the UK, undergraduate programs last 3 years, while postgraduate programs last 1 year. Students on student visas are allowed to work 20 hours per week.

Diploma

Turkish High School Diploma. If available, International Baccalaureate (IB) or A-Level Diploma (if not, please contact EDUKAS consultants).

English

English Proficiency Certificate (Required: A sufficient score on internationally recognized IELTS UKVI or TOEFL exams) – Minimum IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate studies; minimum IELTS 6.5 for postgraduate studies.

Passport

You will not need a passport during the application process, but you must have a valid passport for at least 6 months prior to the start of the visa process.

transcript

Transcript (Transcripts must be in English; the EDUKAS team offers a free translation service)

Cv

The document should contain answers to the questions that EDUKAS consultants will ask you and should be prepared in a sample format.

Letter of Intent & Letter of Reference

The letter of intent should answer the questions posed by EDUKAS consultants and should be prepared according to the sample format. A letter of reference, a document from your professors or employer regarding your academic or professional background, is required during the application process.

Imperial College London Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate programs last a total of 6 semesters, 2 semesters per year. These programs begin in September.

Imperial College London Postgraduate Programmes

Master's programs last one academic year and consist of two semesters. These programs begin in September.

Imperial College London Pre-Sessional

For students who meet the program requirements but do not have a sufficient IELTS score, Imperial College London offers 3 and 6-week Pre-Sessional programs. With the support of these programs, students can improve their IELTS scores by 0.5 and 1.0 points.

Presessional English Courses
Starting date
2025/2026
Pre-Sessional English – 3 weeks
September 1 – September 19, 2025
£2,450
Pre-Sessional English – 6 weeks
11 August - 19 September 2025
£4,900
Imperial Excellence Bursary 2025/26

Education Level: Postgraduate Taught/Master

Application deadline: December 16 and March 31

This scholarship is offered to self-funded students with exceptional academic achievement and/or potential. Scholarships of up to £25,000 are available.

The cost of living in London varies depending on accommodation and location. Rent for a shared apartment, excluding bills, averages at least £1,000 and is the most popular type of accommodation among students. Adding living expenses, you should have an average monthly budget of around £1,500.

Expenditure Type
Weekly Cost
Monthly Cost
On-campus accommodation (shared bathroom, en-suite or studio)
It ranges between £150 and £390.
It ranges between £600 and £1,160.
Staying in an off-campus shared house.
£250 (average)
£1,000 (average)
One-time bus ticket
£1,80
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Dining on campus
It ranges from £4,50 to £10 per meal.
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Campus gym
-
£65 per year

To study in the United Kingdom, you need to apply for a Student Visa. EDUKAS is here to support you throughout the entire application process.

CAS Letter

Universities send acceptance letters called CAS (Course of Availability) to students for use in the visa application process. You can request your CAS letter from the school through your EDUKAS consultant.

Bank account statement

Bank Statement (You need to have the school + accommodation fees in your current account or your sponsor's current account for 28 consecutive days prior to your visa interview appointment. The annual accommodation cost is determined by the visa department as 13347 GBP for London and 10224 GBP for locations outside London). You can find out the exact amount from your consultant when it's time for the visa process.

Passport

You will need a passport that is valid for at least 6 months.

Identity register copy

If your mother or father will be financially sponsoring you for your education, you can easily obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate through the e-government system to prove their relationship.

Diploma & Transcript

The most up-to-date versions of these documents, as stated in your CAS document, are uploaded electronically during the visa application process.

Consent form for students under 18 years of age

Students under the age of 18 who are about to begin their education in England can obtain this document, confirming their parental permission, with the assistance of a notary.

Sponsorship Letter

If the student's education and living expenses are covered by the parents, a petition proving this must be provided, or if the student receives a scholarship from an institution (such as YLSY), a document from the institution proving this must be obtained.

Edukas is with you.

The translation of required documents and completion of forms for the visa application will be done with the assistance of your EDUKAS consultant.
Your advisor will inform you if any additional documents are required for your visa application.

The length of your stay depends on the length of your study program. 

– If your program lasts 6 months or less, about 1 week.

– If your program lasts longer than 6 months, up to 1 month.

You can enter the United Kingdom in advance.

You will also need to pay a "Healthcare Fee" as part of your visa application. The amount you will pay depends on the duration of your visa.

– The UK government allows international students studying on a student visa to work. You can work while studying. 

– You are entitled to work part-time for 20 hours per week during your undergraduate or postgraduate studies, and full-time during holidays.

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