Why choose us
Gold for student experience, overall rating silver (TEF, 2023)
£500minvested in industry-standard facilities
8th in England for social mobility (HEPI, 2024)
Courses in Clearing
Including HNDs, Foundation Degrees and Degree Programmes.
Open Days
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Birmingham was built as an answer. Built by people who reach beyond. That's why we call them Beyonders.
Reaching beyondApplying to BCU
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With one of our scholarship schemes, you could receive extra funding and support to kick start your BCU journey.
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Postgraduate study
Whether you want to pursue a passion, take the next step in your career or even change direction completely, our practice-based, innovative postgraduate courses have everything you need to thrive.
Postgraduate study at BCULife at BCU
Accommodation
We have seven halls of residence offering a range of on campus and inner city living.
Halls of ResidenceStudent Life
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore.
Life in BirminghamStudent support
From disability and mental health support to CV advice, BCU ensures you have all you need during your time here.
Support we offerBCU Boost
BCU Boost is a unique financial support package designed to simplify your student life at BCU, from the moment you apply, through to graduation day. It includes travel incentives, helpful tips for managing your finances, access to professional financial support, and discounts on food and drink across our campuses.
University News
RBC tops National Student Survey in landmark year for BCU
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC) has been named the top-performing UK conservatoire in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), marking a positive end to an exceptional academic year.
BCU joins National Clean Maritime hub to help decarbonise the industry
Birmingham City University (BCU) may be miles from the coast, but it is now at the forefront of the UK’s efforts to decarbonise the maritime industry.
BCU appoints new Dean of Students in latest senior hire
Dr Melanie Marie-Heywood has become Birmingham City University’s new Dean of Students in what has been described as a "landmark moment" for the institution.