Class profile
The Imperial Doctoral class of 2023-24
Our reputation as a world-leading university attracts high calibre students from across the world. Our Doctoral class is made up of students from 20 nationalities, each coming from different backgrounds and industries. You will find yourself studying alongside a diverse community of talented individuals, gaining insight into different global business practices.
Class profile
55
PhD students
20
MRes students
20
nationalities
48%
female students
Nationality by region
Degree background by sector
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Economics: 25%
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Business/Management: 23%
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Social Science: 15%
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Finance: 12%
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Engineering: 11%
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Mathematics: 8%
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Science/Medicine: 6%
What our students say
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“As a Business School student, it is very important for me to be engaged with businesses during my PhD years. Needless to say, London is a vital hub in the global business world, and Imperial College Business School has a great business network.”
Aras Selvi
Doctoral programme 2025