Here are our top reasons to choose the School of English at Birmingham City University.
97.4 per cent of our 2017 graduates were in employment or further study six months after graduating. (2016/17 DLHE). Their career paths include teaching, librarianship, marketing, journalism and PR.
Home to the School of English, the building also houses a number of student facilities, our unique Student Union as well a library that's open 24/7 during term time.
Our student employment agency, OpportUNIty – Student Jobs on Campus, allows you to apply for paid roles at the University, gaining experience in crucial aspects of job applications and valuable feedback on your work.
We are committed to developing strong links to industry. You’ll work in collaboration with employers and partners and be encouraged to adopt industry-standard practices.
To welcome all new undergraduate degree students starting in 2018 or 2019, we're giving away at least £150 worth of credit to spend in a host of ways.
Our home is a city full of culture, business and media and was selected as one of the top ten destinations in the world to visit in 2015 by travel publisher, Rough Guides.
77 % of research undertaken by lecturers from the School of English, classed as world-leading or internationally excellent. (The Research Excellence Framework (REF2014))
100% of the School’s research that had an impact beyond academia, was judged to be ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ in reach and significance. (The Research Excellence Framework (REF2014))
The School of English at Birmingham City University is well-reputed for its high quality of teaching, wide range of courses for undergraduates and postgraduates, and its world-leading research.
Students have access to excellent learning facilities and resources, directly benefiting from our first-class research.
