International
International Students
You’ll find a diverse and welcoming environment at Birmingham City University. We’re a modern and dynamic international university, with staff, students and alumni from more than 100 countries. With 24,500 students in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham City University is 7th in the UK for employability.
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Links with agents and representatives in your country allow you to explore all of the study options available to you and give you the opportunity to be guided through the application process.
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- Botswana
- Cameroon
- Egypt
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Libya
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Uganda
- Zimbabwe
- Brazil
- Canada
- Caribbean
- Colombia
- Mexico
- USA
- Venezuela
- China
- Azerbaijan
- Kazakhstan
- Moldova
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus (Republic of)
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland (Republic of)
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- The Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- Bahrain
- Iran
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Bangladesh
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Australia
- Brunei
- Cambodia
- Hong Kong, China
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Republic of Korea
- Singapore
- Taiwan, China
- Thailand
- Vietnam
International Guide 2020/21
Everything you need to know about the University and applying to study with us in one handy guide.
Download nowApplying for BCU
How to apply
Once you’ve found the course you’d like to apply for, it’s important to check that you have, or are aiming for, the right entry requirements.
Application Help
Getting your VISA
In order to remain in the UK for the duration of your course at BCU, you need make sure you abide by the terms of your visa.
Visa Information
Ask our students
If you want to understand what it’s like to study in the UK at BCU, talk to someone from another country who is already studying with us.
Talk to studentsInternational Webinars
These are challenging and uncertain times, but they also present an opportunity: to remove the barrier of distance and connect virtually.
Register nowProgrammes
Bachelors, Masters and PhD
We offer over 400 programmes covering a huge range of subject areas, from art to business and engineering to fashion.
View our courses
Foundation Programmes
A foundation programme or pre-Master’s programme may offer an alternative route to achieve your goals.
View programmes
Course entry requirements
The type and level of qualifications you need will vary depending on the course you are applying for.
Fees and Finance
International Fees
Your tuition fees (per year) cover normal tuition, examination costs and membership of the Students’ Union.
Learn about fees
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarship opportunities for international undergraduates.
Job opportunities
There are a number of ways you can earn extra money whilst completing your studies.
Exchange
International Summer School
Spend three weeks sampling UK university life, enhance your academic skills and visit some of the UK’s historic towns and cities.
Study Abroad as a BCU student
Studying or working abroad can be a life-changing opportunity that lets you gain new skills, meet new people and experience different cultures.
BIFCA
BIFCA is a collaborative effort between BCU and Wuhan Textile University, combining the expertise of both institutions to provide a number of creative arts courses.
Study at BCU on exchange
If you're thinking about studying in Birmingham as part of your exchange programme, we'd love for you to study with us at Birmingham City University.
Contact Us
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Country contacts
Email us
If you have any questions about applying for a programme, to getting advice about living in Birmingham, drop us an email and our friendly team will follow up with you.
Email usRequest a call
If you need to speak to one of our admissions team or a course leader about their programme, simply complete our form and we'll give you a call at a convenient time for you. If you can't wait, you can call us on the telephone number below, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm GMT:
+44 (0)121 331 5389
Request a callSocial media
Our international social media accounts are a great way to find out more about the University, ask questions and make new friends and contacts. We're active on most social media channels so you've always got a friendly person to speak to.
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If you’re in Birmingham, we’d love to meet you, answer any questions you have and show you our facilities. Simply pop in and ask to speak to the International Office.
- Birmingham City University
- University House
- 15 Bartholomew Row
- Birmingham
- B5 5JU
Country contacts
We have representatives across the world, simply find your country and click on the 'agent' tab to find out who you can speak to in your home town.
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