The University of Birmingham invites bold, independent thinkers to join one of the UK’s largest student communities. It’s home to more than 10,000 international students who come from 150 countries.
Birmingham is one of the top universities in the world, with achievements including:
The university is known all around the world for its pioneering research. Students benefit from trailblazing discoveries that have impacted both local and international society.
There’s something for everyone at Birmingham. Study options include foundation and pre-sessional English, undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degrees. Subject areas range widely from international development and politics to mental health nursing.
The city of Birmingham is a diverse and vibrant place to live. It’s one of the largest cities in the UK, and the youngest in Europe – under-25s make up almost 40 per cent of the population.
Alongside the modern infrastructure lies a long, cultural heritage. This gives endless exciting activities for students to get involved in, from countless shopping and nightlife options to the many parks and historical museums. There are hundreds of mosques, churches, temples, and synagogues in the city, representing and welcoming all faiths.
The city is well connected, so students can reach London in just two hours or get to the countryside quickly. Birmingham International Airport connects to destinations all around the world.
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As the university is a proud partner sponsor of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, it is celebrating by providing a generous master’s scholarship. The award aims to help international students with their financial concerns.
The scholarship will be a GBP 3,000 tuition fee discount. It’s on offer to all international students who come from a country that is participating in the 2022 games. To be eligible, students must be pursuing a taught master’s degree at the university in the 2022/23 academic year.
The Commonwealth Games will take place in Birmingham city from 28 July to 8 August 2022. It’s an ideal location as Birmingham is at the centre of the UK, where it has already hosted several world-class international events.
The university will be the main campus village for the Games where numerous athletes and spectators will visit the campus. The Games will also provide many opportunities for the university and local area – students can get involved by volunteering to gain invaluable work experience.
£21,910 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
£19,460 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
£16,989 Living costs
£3,995 To live on campus
Birmingham provides several scholarships dedicated to international students. These are to reward academic excellence and to support overseas students who may have financial barriers.
Awards include:
There are also different awards available for students from different regions. This includes outstanding achievement scholarships for students from countries such as Nigeria, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Middle East and Turkey.
Several colleges and departments offer scholarships, including those for undergraduate students studying within the school or department of chemical engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering or physics and astronomy.
Students are encouraged to check what awards are available, along with the eligibility requirements.
The University of Birmingham welcomes undergraduate applications from students with A levels or equivalent qualifications. Students can find the entry requirements on the specific web page of their chosen course.
International students will need a good level of English language proficiency to study at Birmingham. This can be shown through an English language test.
Depending on the chosen course, undergraduate students will generally need:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Birmingham is also accepting the TOEFL ‘At Home’ test, the IELTS Indicator and Password English.
The University of Birmingham is known globally for its immense contribution to research. Research is undertaken across a broad range of disciplines, from the arts to engineering.
Birmingham is one of the founding members of the global network of research-intensive institutions, Universitas 21. It has also produced 11 Nobel Prize winners, each who have pioneered work that has transformed our world.
Students are taught by academic staff who are involved in world-leading research, giving learners an immersive and insightful educational experience.
Those who study at Birmingham get the chance to be part of a world-leading academic community. More than 1000 options are available, covering undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research, and integrated foundation study programmes.
The university also offers the following courses:
There is also the Birmingham International Summer School (BISS). This provides opportunities for international students to get a taste of university life in the UK.
The campus environment offers a fantastic place to study and call home. There is a friendly community atmosphere, along with plenty of facilities to support living and learning. It’s a picturesque location, with several historic red-brick buildings along with many green spaces.
Campus facilities include:
All new undergraduate international students are guaranteed accommodation in their first year of study. There are three student villages which are safe, friendly and a short walk to campus. Self-catered or meal-plan options are available.
Birmingham’s students’ union provides student support, along with many activities and opportunities. There are hundreds of societies and sports groups to join, as well as local volunteering projects.
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