International Study
You’ll find a diverse, creative and welcoming environment at Birmingham City University. With over 175 years of history educating artists of the future in Birmingham, we use knowledge and creativity to drive transformation. We welcome over 30,000 students from around 100 countries to study with us, find out how you could join them.
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Study in a global city
Study with us, and you will be located at the heart of the UK’s second-largest city – filled with opportunity.
Why study in BirminghamOver £400m investment
We've invested over £400m in an extensive range of traditional and modern equipment, and learning spaces.
More about BCUJobs and opportunities
We provide the chance to gain industry and professional practice experience through work placements.
Opportunities at BCUInternational guide
Everything you need to know about the University in one handy guide.
Download the guideEntry requirements
Find out the basic entry requirements you need to study at BCU.
Entry requirementsAccommodation
Once you've received an offer from us, you can apply for accommodation.
Accommodation optionsInternational scholarships
Every year we provide merit-based scholarships recognising the talents of our international students, which will be discounted against the cost of your first year's tuition fees.
Being an international student at BCU
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 over 30,000 students in the second largest city in the UK.
Useful information
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
Complete our form below and we'll call you at a convenient time for you. If you can't wait, you can call us on the number below, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm GMT.
+44 (0)121 331 5389
Request a call backSocial 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.
More about social mediaVisit us
If you’re in Birmingham, pop in and ask to speak to the International Office.
- Birmingham City University
- University House
- 15 Bartholomew Row
- Birmingham B5 5JU
Your country
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.
View full list of countries