Birmingham City University

With more than 31,400 students from 120 countries, 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.

The University has an enviable reputation for providing quality, student-focused education in a professional and friendly environment.

Our superb courses, state-of-the-art facilities, first-rate staff, and focus on practical skills and professional relevance is producing some of the country’s most employable graduates.

We have invested over £500 million in our estate, including a major expansion of our city centre campus at Eastside, providing students with an enviable range of facilities. 

A true gateway to the UK
With Birmingham International Airport close by, and first-rate transport links with London and the rest of the country, Birmingham is a true ‘gateway to the UK’ and an ideal base for exploring what the UK has to offer.

Birmingham also has the highest quality of life of any city in England outside the capital, ahead of international hotspots such as Hong Kong, Rome, and Dubai. (Mercer Quality of Living City Ranking 2024). 

Student Services and Accommodation

Our Student Services and Accommodation teams make it a priority to get you settled into your new home, while helping you with everything from visa assistance through to careers counselling, making the process of moving countries far easier.

Meet and Greet service

We operate a free Meet and Greet service at Birmingham Airport on specific dates for each intake, which is available to all of our new international and EU students. Our team will welcome you to the UK at the airport, and will be happy to answer any questions you have. They will then take you to your coach or taxi which will take you to your accommodation.