Driving solutions for a sustainable future
Be part of it
Study Environmental Policy at a university ranked second in the world (QS, 2025).
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Ready to apply? The next application deadline is Friday 4 July 2025.
Why study Environmental Policy at Imperial?
Get real-world experience
Learn by doing. Our students conduct air pollution monitoring around the capital with the Grantham Institute, analyse water samples from rivers and waterways in west London, and spend placements in water companies.
Join a community of pioneers
You’ll study in our Centre for Environmental Policy – a ground-breaking research institute that’s been shaping public policy and addressing global environmental challenges for over 50 years.
Become a leader in sustainability
Follow in the footsteps of our 6,000 alumni around the world. Many are shaping a more sustainable future as senior practitioners in organisations like AECOM, CO2balance, Invesco and Natural England.
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1st in the UK
Research outputs and research environment
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2nd in the world
University ranking
QS World University Rankings 2025
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3rd in the UK
for Environmental Sciences
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.
Hear from our students
Being in The Centre of Environmental Policy gave me the opportunity to meet my mentor who is working in a role that I aspire to in the future. My mentor has given me an insight into the current research in the field, helped me meet alumni who are experts in environmental technology and motivated me to make my own contributions to shaping future energy policies.
Alexandra, MSc Environmental Technology
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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?
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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
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Accommodation
As a postgraduate student, you can stay in university accommodation or find private housing.
Application deadlines
Some departments operate a staged application process with several deadlines throughout the year.