Imperial College School of Medicine, Medical school at South Kensington, London, England
Imperial College School of Medicine is a medical school in London with campuses at South Kensington, St Mary's, and Hammersmith. Around 2,200 students pursue a six-year medical degree or a three-year program in Medical Biosciences with clinical placements at major London hospitals.
The school originated from the Charing Cross Hospital Medical School, established in 1821, which later merged with other London medical institutions. These mergers formed the foundation of the institution as it exists today.
Medical students engage in research alongside their studies and meet people from varied backgrounds during clinical training at teaching hospitals across West London. This work connects classroom learning with real-world experience in active hospital settings.
The South Kensington campus sits in the heart of the museum quarter and is easily reached by public transport, while the St Mary's and Hammersmith sites are linked to major hospitals. You can explore the different campuses depending on your interests, but check in advance which areas are open to visitors.
A memorable tradition is the Shrove Tuesday Final Year Dinner, an annual celebration for graduating students that started in 1940 during the London Blitz. This custom shows how the school brought its community together during difficult times.
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