History
The Dyson School of Design Engineering was founded in 2014 to meet the need for training that bridges the gap between engineering and design. The focus is on the innovative, user-centred style of engineering which brings human factors into the design process.
The School is the newest in the Faculty of Engineering at Imperial and has a 50/50 gender balance in its student cohort.Education
Our masters courses train you to become a different kind of engineer. The focus is on coming up with innovative, sustainable solutions driven by human needs. In our courses you’ll get familiar with the challenges of producing impactful designs, bringing innovative solutions to market and optimising the processes to make them.
You’ll spend much of your time working practically, making your designs become a reality through prototyping. This will see you getting hands-on with our wealth of advanced equipment including our 3D printing space, robotics and electronics fabrication facilities, electronics fabrication space, wet lab, rapid prototyping and workshop facilities.
Research
As an MSc student you’ll spend six months working on an individual project while for MRes students the project is a ‘mini-PhD’ and represents around two-thirds of your programme.
During your programme you’ll gain trans-disciplinary research skills which combine quantitative surveys with qualitative approaches that bring in people’s experiences and insights.
Imperial’s research is rated as the best in the UK (REF2021), and ranks first in the UK for research outputs, first in the UK for research environment, and first for research impact among Russell Group universities.
Career
Our graduates are highly valued as well-rounded engineers with the design skills to take on complex projects and create truly innovative solutions. Recent graduates have gone on to work in leading roles at:
- Apple
- Sony
- Samsung
The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Key Statistics & Highlights
- 266 Scholarships
- 70 Academic Staff
- 600 Students
- 300 Students (female)
The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Overview
The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Scholarships
The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Scholarships
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Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies
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The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Rankings
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Imperial’s range of specialist student-facing support services includes Careers, the Chaplaincy, the Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service, the Disability Advisory Service and the Student Support Team.
Our Careers Service offers:
- One-to-one careers consultations
- Careers events throughout the academic year
- Support for disabled students
- A wide range of online resources to support your career development
- Support for Imperial alumni up to 3 years after graduation
The Student Support Team offers:
- Support for students who have experienced harassment or sexual misconduct.
- Support for students from backgrounds who may face additional barriers.
- Wellbeing advice for students in departments.
Housing services
Whether you prefer accommodation that's been designed with postgraduates in mind or you are considering London's huge range of private housing options, Imperial will help you find a home that's right for you.
ICT services
Imperial has over 3,500 computers for students to use which come equipped with all the software you'll need for your studies. With super-fast broadband across the College you can collaborate and communicate with Office 365.
Imperial has a large, dedicated ICT support team that provides services year-round to deliver a seamless world-class digital experience for our students and Alumni.
Campus life
The Dyson School is located in Imperial’s main South Kensington Campus. Located in the heart of London’s historic centre of learning, Imperial has some of the best-resourced entrepreneurship facilities in the country, including the largest mentoring system and a network of prototyping equipment. Our dedicated Design Engineering Spaces are meticulously tailored to foster creativity and innovation:
- ACE Workshop - design Engineering's ACE Prototyping and Manufacturing Workshop
- Ideas Lab - a student makerspace
- Turret Lab - a large acoustically treated space
- Observation Lab - a space to conduct research focusing on behavioural observation and/or experimentation
- Chemistry Lab - design engineering Chemistry Lab
Sports facilities
Sport is an important part of life at Imperial. We have a strong reputation for developing successful athletes, state-of-the-art facilities, scholarships and a varied programme of sports and sports clubs to suit all levels. Our facilities include:
- The state-of-the-art Ethos gym
- A 25-meter deck-level swimming pool
- A sauna and steam room
- An air-conditioned exercise studio with semi-sprung flooring
- Strength and conditioning facilities
- Two squash courts
- Five-badminton court sports hall
- 9 metre climbing wall
- Sports therapy treatment rooms
Student clubs
Our students lead more than 350 clubs, societies and projects – from big band to drones, e-sports to musical theatre. And if there isn't a society yet for the things you love, we'll help you set up a new one.
Accreditation
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Global Accreditations for the University
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- 3rd in Europe
- 8th in the world
QS World University Rankings 2024
- 3rd in Europe
- 6th in the world
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
- University of the Year for graduate employment
- 1st for research quality
- 5th in the UK
The Guardian University Guide 2024
- 1st for graduate prospects
- 2nd in London
- 5th in the UK
- General Engineering: 3rd
The Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
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City of London City
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