Imperial: A force for good
This past year has been marked by significant milestones, innovative breakthroughs, and a steadfast commitment to our mission of making a positive impact on the world – through the launch of our new strategy, Science for Humanity.
We are committed to harnessing knowledge and technology to create a healthier, smarter, safer, more sustainable and more prosperous future.
Our new strategy, which we launched in March 2024, focuses on developing the skills and capabilities the world needs now and in the future. Our three core aims – Enabling Talent, Powering Research, and Amplifying Impact – guide our efforts to make world-changing impact. The strategy is a result of a comprehensive and inspiring consultation process, which involved both Imperial members and external stakeholders. I extend my thanks to all who participated.
Empowering individuals to make a meaningful difference is at the heart of our strategic commitment to attracting, nurturing and championing the best talent. Our Institute of Extended Learning, which will offer flexible and lifelong advanced science, technology, engineering, medicine and business (STEMB) training, is just one example of how we are investing in our community’s development. Additionally, the launch of our four new Schools of Convergence Science over the next two years will further enhance our ability to foster innovation and growth.
Our ongoing commitment to sustainability is a key part of our strategy. We have ambitious plans to help realise a sustainable, zero-pollution future through evidence-based solutions, new technologies and new debate. This year we launched our latest milestones towards this goal including policies on sustainable procurement, business travel and plans for our estate. We are also proud to be one of the first universities to sign up to the Concordat for the Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation Practice.
Imperial international collaboration has also never been stronger, with the launch of our Imperial Global strategic initiative, which will witness the opening of four hubs around the world. We were proud to launch our new Imperial Global hub in Singapore within this academic year and are excited to launch Imperial Global USA and Imperial Global Ghana hubs in the autumn. These strategic locations allow us to foster deeper partnerships, explore emerging opportunities, and make a lasting contribution to the world.
Across our UK campuses and through our international partnerships, our students, faculty and staff have consistently exceeded expectations this year. We have witnessed the power of collaboration and interdisciplinary work as our teams have tackled complex challenges and developed innovative solutions – as detailed in this report’s review of 2023–24.
This commitment to excellence has also been recognised globally, as our excellence in world-leading research, outstanding employability scores, and exceptional commitment to sustainability contributed to our 2nd place in the QS World University Ranking 2025.
Imperial’s teaching has also been praised, achieving Gold rating in the UK’s Teaching Excellence Framework. With consistently high rankings in worldwide and UK-based league tables, Imperial has confirmed its position as a world top ten university.
This, along with many other positive accolades are a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire community.
As we move forward with our strategy over the coming year, we remain committed to our core values and will continue to push the boundaries of knowledge, inspire the next generation of leaders, and make a lasting difference in the world.
Professor Hugh Brady
President of Imperial College London