4 Cardigan Street
Birmingham City University is a modern university that is focused on equipping students with skills for their careers. Our university experience empowers students with a personalised education that focuses on innovation, inclusion and industry excellence.
The University focuses on practice-led, knowledge-based learning, providing access to cutting-edge facilities and real-world experience. Over £400 million has been invested into university campuses and facilities, ensuring students have the best possible spaces in which to learn. 50 of our courses are accredited by respected professional bodies and our teaching staff come from and maintain their links with industry, ensuring you are given an insight into the latest thinking. We are constantly looking for new ways to enhance the learning experience, with inspiring visiting lecturers, opportunities to work or study abroad and placement opportunities available.
We’re proud to have an inspiring alumni community making their mark across every industry. Our graduates go on to reach their career goals and achieve their potential, making a real difference to people’s lives, in their local community and beyond.
With around 31,000 students from 100 countries (HESA Student Record 2021/22 © Higher Education Statistics Agency Limited) Birmingham City University is a large and diverse place to study. We put students at the heart of everything we do, giving them the best opportunities for future success.
We aim to develop graduates who have the ability and confidence to excel wherever their ambition takes them. Our courses offer placement opportunities and practice-based project work, giving you hands-on experience of the industries you’ll be working in. BCU has been voted the best university in the West Midlands for placements by RateMyPlacement.co.uk (2024-2025).
At Birmingham City University, we're committed to helping entrepreneurial students achieve their full potential. Our innovative STEAMhouse building and employability services mean we have the highest number of student and graduate business start-ups of any university in the West Midlands (HESA, 2022).
Birmingham City University Undergraduate and Postgraduate Open Day, 28th June 2025
28 Jun 2025, 08:00 • Undergraduate
Birmingham
Birmingham City University Undergraduate Open Day, 4th October 2025
4 Oct 2025, 08:00 • Undergraduate
Birmingham
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