
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Quick facts
- World rank
- #68
- 2027
- Acceptance rate
- 20%
- Students
- 36,000
- International students
- 32%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1900
Overview
The University of Birmingham is a leading Russell Group research university established by Royal Charter in 1900. It is one of the UK's most prestigious institutions, ranked 68th in the world by QS World University Rankings 2027 and 12th in the UK by The Complete University Guide 2027. The university holds the title of Daily Mail University of the Year 2027. Located on a 267-acre Edgbaston campus approximately 4km from Birmingham city centre, the university also operates a campus in Dubai. Its academic structure spans Colleges of Arts and Law, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Life and Environmental Sciences, Medicine and Health, and Social Sciences, housing dozens of schools and departments. The university hosts over 3,334 postgraduate research students from 114 countries and has more than 4,000 academic research experts. It has committed over £33 million to student support and scholarships. The Birmingham International Academy (BIA), accredited by the British Council, provides English language and foundation pathway support for international students. The university is regulated by the Office for Students as a registered higher education provider in England.
Fields of study
- Accounting
- African Studies
- Anthropology
- Art History
- Biosciences
- Business Administration
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Classics and Ancient History
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Education
- Electronic Engineering
- English Literature
- Finance
- Geography
- Government and Politics
- History
- Law
- Linguistics
- Management
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics and Astronomy
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Sport and Exercise Sciences
- Theology and Religion
- International Development
- Dentistry
- Cancer Sciences
- Metallurgy and Materials
Accreditation: Office for Students (OfS)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Autumn
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
£20,000 – £38,000 / year
From about $25,400 / year
Domestic students
£9,790 / year
Undergraduate 2026/27: £9,790 per year (maximum approved tuition fee). Postgraduate fees vary by course and whether the student is UK or international.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
