Building tomorrow’s world
Be part of it
Study Civil and Environmental Engineering at a university ranked second in the world (QS, 2025).
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Ready to apply? The next application deadline is Thursday 15 May 2025.
Why study Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial?
Tackle real-world challenges
Civil engineering is about collaboration. You’ll work in teams to apply the theory you learn to a real engineering challenge and go on practical field trips in the UK or abroad.
Use top-spec equipment
You’ll have access to advanced research facilities where discoveries are being made. These include our multi-million-pound hydraulics lab for fluid mechanics and our half-scale Victorian tunnel for testing legacy infrastructures.
Become a leader
Get trained for a high-level career in industry or research. Recent Master’s graduates are now senior leaders at companies including Ocean Data Science Labs and Skanska.
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1st in the UK
Research outputs and research environment
REF 2021
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2nd in the world
University ranking
QS World University Rankings 2025
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2nd in the UK
For Civil and Structural Engineering
QS World Subject Rankings 2025
Find the right course for you
Our postgraduate courses cover a wide range of subjects and disciplines. Choose the one that best matches your interests and goals.
My experience has been a transformative journey of rigorous academic challenges, invaluable professional growth and enriching personal connections with a diverse community.
Han Ming, PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering
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How to apply for a postgraduate degree
- Submit your application
Be sure to check our entry requirements and deadlines. Then, when you’re ready, visit our online portal to start your application. Make sure you have the details of your referees and all supporting documents ready. You may also need to pay an application fee. - Track your progress
Use our online portal to stay informed about the status of your application. We’ll also keep you updated via email. - Receive your offer
Congratulations – you’re a giant step closer to studying at Imperial. You will now need to show proof of qualifications and pay your deposit. You may also need to apply for your student visa after we send your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
Are you ready to begin your postgraduate journey at Imperial?
Useful links
Use these resources to make sure you have everything you need to submit your application.
Visas and immigration
If you’re an international student, you will need a student visa to study in the UK. Our international support team can provide specialist advice.
Fees and scholarships
Get information on tuition fees, living expenses, funding and scholarships.
Accommodation
As a postgraduate student, you can stay in university accommodation or find private housing.
Graduate Visa
After your degree, the Graduate Visa allows you to remain in the UK to work or look for work.