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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)

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Whether you want to pursue a passion, or take the next step in your career, our practice-based, innovative courses have everything you need to thrive.

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Scholarships

With one of our scholarship schemes, you could receive extra funding and support to kick start your BCU journey.

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It's not too late to apply

Missed the January UCAS deadline? Don't worry. You can still apply to study with us until 30 June 2026.

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Experience a day in the life as a BCU student through immersive 360-degree tours of the industry-standard facilities across our campuses.

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We're first-class for sustainability

We've been ranked in the top 10% of UK universities and number one in Birmingham for sustainability in the People & Planet University League 25/26. We are actively encouraging and integrating sustainable practices into the daily lives of our students and staff. Discover our ambitious targets and what we're doing to lower our carbon footprint at BCU.

Sustainability at BCU

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Birmingham was built as an answer. Built by people who reach beyond. That's why we call them Beyonders.

Reaching beyond

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 BCU

Life at BCU

Accommodation

We have seven halls of residence offering a range of on campus and inner city living.

Halls of Residence

Student 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 Birmingham

Student support

From disability and mental health support to CV advice, BCU ensures you have all you need during your time here.

Support we offer

BCU 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.

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