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There's still time to make your move.The UCAS deadline is 14 January, and if you're ready to study somewhere that believes in your potential, BCU is ready for you.

£1000 Scholarships to kick-start your studies

No.1 for work experience in the West Midlands (RateMyPlacement, 2025)

Gold for student experience, silver overall (TEF, 2023)

£500m invested in industry-standard facilities

More than a university

At BCU, we're all about helping you turn your passion into a purpose. From cutting-edge facilities and career-based learning to a vibrant student community in the heart of one of the UK's most exciting cities, we offer everything you need to shape your future.

Our courses are shaped by industry, our teaching is grounded in real experience, and our focus is on giving you the practical skills employers are looking for.

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£1,000 Scholarships

We're offering £1,000 Subject Scholarships to help you make the most of university life and concentrate on your studies from day one.

These scholarships are designed to support you as you learn, create, and build your future, giving you that extra boost while you study.

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Your future starts with the right tools

We've invested over £500 million in our facilities. Our learning spaces aren't just classrooms; they're studios, labs, mock wards, stadiums and stages. Our industry-standard facilities mirror the professional world, so when you step inside, you'll be stepping closer to your future.

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Powering the NHS

Our Health students learn in realistic environments that prepare them to power the front line. Simulated hospital wards, a birthing suite, operating theatre, an exact replica of an operational emergency ambulance, and radiography suites give them the skills they need.

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Parkside

The Parkside Building boasts four film and TV studios, all operating industry-standard tapeless digital workflow. Studio A, at just over 2,000 sq ft, is in the top 15 largest studios in the country; Studio B, at 2,100 sq ft, is one of the largest fixed green screen studios in the UK.

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City Trading Room

Our CITY Trading Room uses the same investment analysis software as traders, financial analysts and decision-makers in the investment industry. Our student-run, in-house marketing agency The Link enables business students to sharpen their skills with briefs from leading businesses and organisations such as Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Serco and Cure Leukaemia.

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Alexander Stadium

We've invested £5 million in developing the world-class Alexander Stadium to house our specialist laboratories and bespoke learning spaces for our Sport and Exercise Science students.

By moving into the stadium, we've helped to secure the legacy of the 2022 Commonwealth games for the benefit of the whole city and region, ensuring that this world-class facility remains an integral part of the sporting fabric of the city and country for many years to come.

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STEAMhouse

Our STEAMhouse building places us at the heart of business innovation in the UK. This dynamic space offers invaluable resources, support, and a platform for students, graduates, and local entrepreneurs to launch and grow their own businesses.

Equipped with a variety of co-working, artist production, incubation, and networking facilities, STEAMhouse enables students to collaborate with businesses, engage in real-world industry projects, and hone their entrepreneurial skills.

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Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

Music students at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire have access to nearly 100 practice spaces, including 70 individual practice rooms, larger ensemble spaces, and dedicated workshops.

Our state-of-the-art live performance venues, such as the 500-seat Concert Hall, 150-seat Recital Hall, Organ Studio, Eastside Jazz Club, and the innovative black box venue, The Lab, provide platforms for student concerts and performances by internationally renowned artists.

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What sets us apart?

Real-world learning

Our tutors are more than teachers, they're active practitioners shaping industries today. At BCU, you'll learn by doing, tackling real projects and challenges that prepare you to make an impact.

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First-class support

Your wellbeing comes first at BCU. From disability to support, free counselling and careers advice to financial guidance, mentoring and academic support, we're here whenever you need us.

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Find your people

At BCU, you're part of a community that knows you, supports you and celebrates what makes you unique. Whether it's sports, music or catching up over coffee, it's easy to find people who share your interests and values. Here, individuality isn't just welcomed, it's celebrated.

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Opportunity on your doorstep

BCU's central location puts you where ambition lives. In a city built on innovation and grit, you'll find the inspiration and opportunities to push your future further.

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Turn ideas into action

We have the highest number of student business start-ups of any university in the West Midlands (Source: HESA, 2022/23). Oue enterprise programmes give you the tools to lead and create impact.

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There's still time to make your move

The UCAS deadline is 14 January, and if you're ready to study somewhere that believes in your potential, BCU is ready for you.

On course to a career

BCU graduates are innovators, creators and specialists in their field. At the No.1 university for work experience in the West Midlands (RateMyPlacement, 2025), you'll work on course-related projects and industry placements with companies and organisations like Gymshark, Microsoft, Cisco, Unity, Jaguar Land Rover, Sky UK and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to study, work or volunteer abroad.

You'll be supported by our Careers and Student Opportunities team to gain the skills that employers are looking for. So, you'll leave BCU with a smashing CV and the experience to really stand out from the crowd.

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A boost for your budget

We don't want you to have to spend a fortune to make the most of your time on campus. Our financial scheme makes campus life affordable.

Hot main meal on campus £2.85

Meal deal from a local shop £4

Food is fuel, that's why we've dropped our food prices by 40% so you can grab some grub between lectures and stay fed during long study sessions.

Tall Starbucks latte on campus £1.91

Tall Starbucks latte in-store £4.30

We've knocked 25% off the price of hot and cold drinks, plus we have free water refill stations in all of our buildings.

Cost of a room in BCU's partner student accommodation per month£460

Average UK student rent per month (National Student Survey, 2025) £563

Finding somewhere affordable to live while you study shouldn't be stressful. That's why our on-campus accommodation gives you more room in your budget for the things that matter.

Pint in the Students' Union £3.50

Average UK price of a pint £4.80

Socialising shouldn't cost the earth. That's why our Students' Union pub, The Eagle and Ball, keeps prices low on drinks, food and events.

How do I apply?

Find your course

Explore our course pages or join us at our Open Event on 8 January to discover the course that matches your ambition.

Write your personal statement

See our personal statement guide to get subject-specific examples from real students.

Submit your application

Once your UCAS application is finished, submit so your references can be completed. Then you can focus on getting the grades you need to join us.

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Reaching beyond expectations

Birmingham was built as an answer. A city forged by necessity, grit and innovation to become the workshop of the world. Just as Birmingham rose to meet the challenges of the Industrial Revolution, we're rising to meet the challenges of the future.

At BCU, we're inspiring the talent for tomorrow, striving to make meaningful change for our communities and the world. Although the tools have changed, our spirit of innovation and ingenuity remains the same.

We're proud of who we've been, but today we face the future.

Will you face it with us?