Phase One: The application process

1. Register on Imperial Gateway: Begin the process by creating an account on Imperial Gateway.
2. Submit your online application: After creating your account, you can now fill in the online application. Ensure all information is accurate and complete before the final submission. There are further details below on how to fill in the application form.

Phase Two: Document submission and offer acceptance

1. Upload supporting documents: Next, you'll need to upload your supporting documents within your Imperial Gateway account. This is a crucial part of the application process.
2. Accept your offer: If you receive an offer from Imperial College, you'll need to formally accept it via your Imperial Gateway account. Following this, you'll receive an email with your Imperial email address and login details.
3. Access My Imperial: After receiving your credentials, log into the 'My Imperial' portal. Here, you'll upload your travel documents, including passport and flight details. Once completed, inform the Admissions team via email at bsmscexchange.queries@imperial.ac.uk.

How to fill in the application form

Create an account

1. In Select course type - choose 'Visiting and Exchange, Summer School, Pre-sessional English'.
2. In Academic programme - select 'Business School Taught Programmes (Occasional FT)'. Do not select 'Business (Occasional)' as it leads to an incorrect application for your mode of study and may delay enrolment.
3. In Entry term - select 'Spring 2023-2024' or 'Summer 2023-2024' depending on when your planned study starts. If you are attending both terms, please select 'Spring 2023 - 2024'. Once you've filled all fields, click 'Create Account' and verify your account via email.
4. Once you've filled all fields, click 'Create Account' and verify your account via email.

Fill in your application

1. When you log back into Imperial Gateway, please use the following information for your application: 'Short Courses and Visiting Student (Non-Degree)' from the three application types. On Page 1 of the application, please use the following information:

Upload your supporting documents

1. After submitting your application, log in to your Imperial Gateway account, head to the Supporting Documents and References tab.
2. Upload your CV in the section titled transcript (including your current programme of study)
3. Share your proposed study plan - please upload details of your elective choices and email your study plan over to us via bsmscexchange.queries@imperial.ac.uk
4. Attach a letter of nomination from your university.
5. Once submitted, we'll review your elective choices and reach out to you if further details are required.
6. Once confirmed, review and accept your official offer for study via your Imperial Gateway account.

How to enrol

Access My Imperial and upload documents

1. Once you've accepted your admission offer, you'll receive details on how to activate your Imperial account. This account will give you access to My Imperial.
2. After activating your account, log in to My Imperial. Then, click on the passport tile and enter your passport details and upload a scan of your passport, including proof of visa. If you're a Visa National, your visa will be issued as a sticker in your passport. If you're a Non-Visa National, you'll need to also upload proof of your travel to the UK to My Imperial. This can include a boarding pass, airline ticket, or other booking confirmation. For more detailed information about Visa Nationals and Non-Visa Nationals, check out Imperial’s International Student Support pages.
3. After uploading your documents, email the Central Admissions Team at business.admissions@imperial.ac.uk. Use the subject line 'Exchange Student Visa Information' and include your name and date of birth (as it appears on your application).
4. The Central Admissions team will review your uploaded documents. Once they've been checked and approved, you'll be cleared to enrol at Imperial. You can complete online enrolment up to one month before your study begins.