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Birmingham City University

Es. 1971 | Age Quod Agis

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

30,285

Student Faculty Ratio

14.96

Internationality Factor

16%

Avg Tuition per Student

£7,946

Net assets (2024)

£379.9 milion

Total Income

£288.5 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

  • About
  • Campus life
  • Academic Requirements
  • Eco
  • Programs
  • Courses
  • Year Founded
  • Fun Facts
  • Public Figures

About

Birmingham City University is a leading institution in the United Kingdom, known for its comprehensive educational offerings and vibrant campus life. Established in 1843, the university boasts more than 175 years of experience in providing quality education. Ranked 75th nationally according to student reviews in 2022 and 90th in 2024, Birmingham City University offers a modern educational experience steeped in a rich historical legacy.

Located centrally in Birmingham, the UK's third-most populated city and recognized as Europe's youngest major city, the university provides an ideal setting for students. Birmingham is a cosmopolitan and...

Contact

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15, Bartholomew Row, Birmingham, B5 5JU
+44(0)1213315000

Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female64%
Male36%
Not known0%
Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Academic100%
Non-academic0%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree68%
Postgraduate (taught)23%
Other undergraduate7%
Postgraduate (research)2%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Students applying to postgraduate courses at Birmingham City University must meet the entry requirements specific to their chosen program. For instance, applicants to the MSc in Management and International Business generally require an undergraduate degree at 2:2 level or international equivalent. Candidates who have completed pre-master's programmes approved by the university are also eligible to apply. Applicants to the MA in English Linguistics (Distance Learning) must hold an undergraduate honours degree from a UK university or an internationally recognized equivalent in a related subject. In an alternative scenario, candidates with a...

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Programs

Student Distribution Graph

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Creative Arts and Design
  • Business and Management
  • Education
  • Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Medicine and Health

Courses

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Year Founded

1843

Birmingham City University has its roots in the Birmingham Government School of Design, which was established in 1843.

1971

The City of Birmingham Education Committee decided to merge the Central College of Commerce and Mason Science College to form the City of Birmingham Polytechnic in 1971.

Public Figures

Julie Walters

Actress and alumna of Birmingham City University.

Beverley Knight

Soul singer and alumna of Birmingham City University.

Cat Deeley

Television presenter and alumna of Birmingham City University.

Contact

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15, Bartholomew Row, Birmingham, B5 5JU
+44(0)1213315000

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