51³Ô¹ÏÍø Thrive
At 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, we are committed to student success and creating a positive, engaging experience for every student who chooses to study with us.
Every September, as part of our ‘51³Ô¹ÏÍø Thrive’ programme, we run pre-arrival residentials, giving students who meet our contextual admissions criteria the opportunity to experience life on campus before term starts. Find out about what to expect on the residentials.
Our 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Thrive community is made up of students who may be the first in their family to go to university, went to a state school, or are from backgrounds that are typically underrepresented.
Students will have the chance to make connections with others from similar backgrounds, meet their tutors, and take part in a range of academic and social activities to help transition smoothly into university.
Following this, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Thrive students will be supported throughout their time with us through regular events, insightful workshops, and tailored support from a dedicated team from the university.
To learn more about 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Thrive, get in touch with the team at thrive@imperial.ac.uk.
Frequently asked questions
- Am I eligible for the Thrive initiative?
- What does it cost to take part?
- What is a residential?
- How do I apply for the residential?
- Is the residential part of Welcome Week?
If you are a UK student (with a Home fee status), and have applied to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø through the contextual admissions process , you will be invited to take part in Thrive once your offer has been confirmed. You should receive an invitation to apply for the Thrive residential in August.
Thrive is completely free. 51³Ô¹ÏÍø will cover all costs related to all activities, accommodation, and meals throughout the programme. 51³Ô¹ÏÍø will also reimburse your travel costs.
The residential is a week before the academic year starts where students are invited to come and stay at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and take part in activities designed to make the transition from school to university as smooth as possible. Find out more on the residential page.
If you are eligible you should receive an invitation to apply for the Thrive residential programme once your place at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø is confirmed after A-Level results day.
No, the residential takes place before Welcome Week, and you will be able to attend both.
If you have any other questions, please contact the Thrive team: thrive@imperial.ac.uk
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