Sweden
Birmingham City University is one of the UK's most dynamic places to study. We are a vibrant, multicultural university with over 31,000 students from around 120 countries and offer an innovative and practical approach to teaching and learning.
Our portfolio of excellent courses, investment in state-of-the-art facilities, first-rate staff and focus on practical skills and professional relevance are making us a first choice for students. Our courses are highly practical and career focused, and many are accredited by professional bodies. This means that you'll gain qualifications with us that are prized by employers, giving you an important advantage in the job market.
We've invested heavily in innovative technology to give our students the best possible preparation for their chosen careers. Facilities include a mock law court, a virtual radiography suite, broadcast studios, fashion workshops and a mock operating theatre.
Our research work is attracting international attention too, 93% of our research was recognised internationally for originality, significance and rigour, of which 19% was judged world-leading (REF 2021).
It's a particularly exciting time to become a student at Birmingham City University. We've invested over £500 million in our estate, including a major expansion of our City Centre Campus at Eastside, providing students with an enviable range of facilities.
Undergraduate courses
For most courses requiring 112 UCAS entry points, students are required to attain the Högskoleförberedande Examen qualification with a minimum grade C (new system) and a numerical value of 15.
In terms of Maths requirement (all non-engineering courses), we seek a minimum grade E (numerical value of 10). For engineering courses, we seek a minimum grade C (numerical value of 15).
For English Language proficiency we require an IELTS score 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent. Please note, some courses may require a higher IELTS.
Postgraduate courses
To be considered for a place on a Master’s course (requiring a 2:2 minimum grade), you will be graduating / graduated from a Swedish university with a Kandidatexamen qualification, with a minimum score of 100 out of 120.
English language requirements
Every year we provide a number of scholarships and bursaries recognising the talents of our international students, which can help cover part of your tuition fees.
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Country contact
Do you have a question?
Mizan Ahmed
Acting Regional Manager
Based at Birmingham City University’s City Centre Campus.
Email: Mizan.Ahmed@bcu.ac.uk
EU student advice
Want to know more about studying in the UK if you're an EU student? The British Council Study UK website offers information and advice specific to European students about studying in the UK.