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Birkbeck, University of London

London

  • Location: City

About us

A part of the prestigious University of London, Birkbeck is the only UK campus-based university that specialises in learning that fits around our students’ busy lives. By teaching in the evening; during the day; and online, it enables its students to work and build their career or pursue other interests whilst they study. When you finish your studies with us, you will gain a prestigious University of London degree. 

A world class teaching and research institution with a strong and vibrant learning community, Birkbeck is located in the heart of the capital, a few minutes’ walk from the West End; Bloomsbury is a lively, student-centred area. Everything London has to offer is on our doorstep. For those who choose to study in the evening, you have your days free to work, intern, volunteer or study, which can help you get ahead of other graduates in a competitive job market.  
 

Being an undergraduate student at Birkbeck

Current students share their experiences of studying Undergraduate degrees at Birkbeck. They touch on why they chose Birkbeck; the social life; what they love about Birkbeck's central London location; and how they are finding the teaching.

What makes us different

FOR STUDENTS WHO DO MORE

Birkbeck was set up over 200 years ago to provide access to education to anyone who had the ability and drive to succeed, regardless of their circumstances or background. Today, we have one of the most diverse student bodies of any university in the country who choose to fit a University of London degree in a schedule that works for them. Our unique offer attracts students of all ages, from a huge range of backgrounds and from over 140 countries worldwide. 

Birkbeck provides life-changing learning, with the majority of undergraduate courses available to study in the evening and a selection in the daytime, supported by excellent online learning resources. For those who choose to study in the evening, you have your days free to work, intern, volunteer or study, which can help you get ahead of other graduates in a competitive job market. 

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Course locations

Main Site

Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HX

Le Cordon Bleu

15 Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2LS

Main Site

Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 7HX