University of Birmingham in Birmingham, United Kingdom
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University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Undergraduate strengths: Engineering, Medicine, Business, Sport. Taught primarily in English.

Official site Figures are indicative estimates
The decision

Is University of Birmingham right for you?

Best for students who

  • want a supportive route into higher education with realistic entry standards
  • want research intensity and to be taught by people writing the field
  • enjoy a classic student town where the university is the heart of Birmingham
  • are set on Engineering, Medicine, Business

Maybe not for you if you

  • are specifically chasing a top-25 world ranking on your CV
  • prioritise big-city nightlife and a huge modern urban campus
  • are on a tight budget without scholarship funding
  • want a subject well outside Engineering or Medicine

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Undergraduate courses

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Undergraduate entry requirements

AAA–ABB; IELTS 6.5.

Entry requirements last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate).

What these grades mean
  • A-Levels (UK) — UK upper-secondary qualifications, graded A*-E. AAA = three subjects at grade A.
  • IELTS — English language test scored 0-9. Most universities want 6.0-7.5 overall.

Costs (per year)

  • Annual undergraduate tuition (international): €23,310 – €33,780
  • Annual undergraduate tuition (home): €10,500–€10,800
  • Living: €10,000 – €13,000

Home fees are typical national rates. Fees last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate) — always confirm on the official site.

Top employers & salary

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Salary data last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate).

Typical graduate salary: €30,000–€48,000/yr

Housing & city

Student wellbeing

Most universities provide free or low-cost counselling, GP access for international students, and dedicated international-student offices for visa and settling-in support. Look for the "Student Services" or "Wellbeing" section on the official site for the latest hours and contacts.

Clubs & activities

Expect 100+ student societies covering sport, debate, performing arts, entrepreneurship, faith, and culture. Major intake fairs run in the first weeks of term — joining one society early is the fastest way to build a friend group abroad.

Around campus & Birmingham

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Useful links

Visa — United Kingdom

Student visa (Tier 4 / Student Route)

Required for non-UK/Irish nationals studying a course longer than 6 months. Apply up to 6 months before your course starts.

~3 weeks (priority 5 working days) £524 + IHS health surcharge (£776/yr)
  • CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) from the university
  • Proof of funds covering tuition + living costs
  • English language certificate (e.g. IELTS UKVI)
  • TB test (some countries)
  • Valid passport

Closest airports

  • BHX · Birmingham
    ~13 km from Birmingham
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