2026 entry · Interview Format

Imperial College London

Hybrid (panel + group/station elements)

7
Stations
5
Min per station
1
Min to prep
in-person or online, depending on cohort and location
Delivery

At a glance — That's 1 more stations than the average UK MMI (6).

Each station is shorter than the 7-minute UK average — practise being concise and getting to the point fast.

The interview day

How it actually runs

Part 1

asynchronous recorded responses (up to 5 min each, scored out of 10: 6 content + 4 communication)

live MMI station count has varied 6-7 in recent cycles; exact format is confirmed only in the candidate's personal invitation

Assessment focus

What Imperial College London looks for

Recorded-response composureLive MMI part 2 ~40 min

Free prep guide

How to prepare for Imperial College London

  • This format mixes panel-style conversation with MMI-style stations or group tasks — prepare for both a sustained conversation and shorter, sharper exchanges.
  • Part of this interview is a recorded response with no live interviewer — practise speaking naturally to a camera, since there's no one to react to and keep you on pace.

Researched 2026-07-03 for 2026 entry. Formats can change year to year — next check due 2026-09-01.

Practise for Imperial College London

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