League tables
Imperial College London is rated as one of the world’s best universities.
This page shows a selection of recent rankings from the UK and worldwide. For more detailed subject-based information, visit our full listing of League Tables.
Rankings do not drive us – people do. Imperial is focused on offering the best possible education, conducting high-quality research and innovating to make the world a better place. While we are always pleased when our performance is reflected in league tables, we recognise that rankings have their flaws and do not fully reflect the richness of what we do. Our placing in the rankings is a by-product of our work to nurture an environment where our staff and students are valued and can thrive.
League tables
Global rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022
- 3rd in Europe
- 12th in the world
- 3rd in Europe
- 7th in the world
- 6th in Europe
- 25th in the world
- 4th in Europe
- 20th in the world
UK rankings
- 1st in London
- 4th in the UK
- 2nd for graduate prospects
- University of the Year (Overall)
- University of the Year (Student Experience)
The Guardian University Guide 2022
- 2nd in London
- 7th in UK
- 1st for graduate employability
- 2nd in London
- 5th in the UK
Subject rankings
- 6th in the UK, 44th in the world
- Computer Science: 3rd in the UK, 11th in the world
- Clinical and Health: 3rd in the UK, 4th in the world
- Engineering: 3rd in the UK, 13th in the world
- Life Sciences: 3rd in the UK, 15th in the world
- Physical Sciences: 3rd in the UK, 13th in the world