Why study with us?

Studying a Master's degree is a big investment in your future, and you’ll want to be sure that you’re choosing the right course and the right university. Here's eight reasons to choose Birmingham City University.

1. A range of postgraduate courses

You'll find over 120 postgraduate and professional development courses to choose from. So if you're not sure what to do when you graduate, think outside the box and arm yourself with a postgraduate qualification.

2. International accreditation

Many of our courses have internationally recognised accreditations, such as the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects).

3. Experienced researchers

Be taught by experienced researchers who are focused on advancing their field and will help you to master your subject. 93% of our research was recognised internationally for originality, significance and rigour, of which 19% was judged world-leading (REF 2021).

4. Learn from the best

Our teaching staff come from and maintain links with industry, and are some of the leading figures in their fields.

5. Transformed teaching

We have transformed our curriculum with a new range of contemporary, flexible courses with practice-based learning and international opportunities built into every stage.

6. Increased earning potential

Someone with a Master's degree or PhD earns £5,000 more per year, or £200,000 over a 40-year working life, than someone with just a degree (Graduate Labour Market Statistics 2023, Department for Education).

7. Investing in your future

We're investing over £400 million in industry-standard, state-of-the-art facilities to ensure you have the best possible environment for practice-based learning.

8. A global city

Study with us and you will be located at the heart of the dynamic city of Birmingham – with all the social and employment possibilities that brings.

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Find your course

Discover our wide range of courses. Whether you're looking to change careers or are nearing graduation and want to continue your studies we have a diverse range of courses on offer.

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What should you do next?

Come to a Postgraduate Open Event

Join our Postgraduate Virtual Event on Wednesday 5 February to meet our subject academics, find out more about your course in detail and learn more about postgraduate finance, all from the comfort of your own home. 

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Download our postgraduate guide

Our Postgraduate Guide provides details of all our postgraduate taught and research courses. It also provides information about the research environment at Birmingham City University

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Apply for a course

So, you’re interested in applying for postgraduate study? Here’s a step-by-step guide covering all you need to know to apply. Unlike undergraduate degrees where you will apply via UCAS, you can apply straight to the University for a postgraduate degree.

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Get advice on your personal statement

Not sure what's required of you in a postgraduate personal statement? Don't worry, our guide has top tips, examples from real students and all the guidance you'll need.

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