Why choose us
Gold for student experience, overall rating silver (TEF, 2023)
£500minvested in industry-standard facilities
8th in England for social mobility (HEPI, 2024)
Find your course
Whether you want to pursue a passion, or take the next step in your career, our practice-based, innovative courses have everything you need to thrive.
Best for work experience in the West Midlands
Applying to BCU
Scholarships
With one of our scholarship schemes, you could receive extra funding and support to kick start your BCU journey.
See if you're eligibleIt's not too late to apply
Missed the January UCAS deadline? Don't worry. You can still apply to study with us until 30 June 2026.
How to applyTake a virtual tour
Experience a day in the life as a BCU student through immersive 360-degree tours of the industry-standard facilities across our campuses.
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We're first-class for sustainability
We've been ranked in the top 10% of UK universities and number one in Birmingham for sustainability in the People & Planet University League 25/26. We are actively encouraging and integrating sustainable practices into the daily lives of our students and staff. Discover our ambitious targets and what we're doing to lower our carbon footprint at BCU.
Sustainability at BCUBeyonders
Birmingham was built as an answer. Built by people who reach beyond. That's why we call them Beyonders.
Reaching beyond
Postgraduate study
Whether you want to pursue a passion, take the next step in your career or even change direction completely, our practice-based, innovative postgraduate courses have everything you need to thrive.
Postgraduate study at BCULife at BCU
Accommodation
We have seven halls of residence offering a range of on campus and inner city living.
Halls of ResidenceStudent Life
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore.
Life in BirminghamStudent support
From disability and mental health support to CV advice, BCU ensures you have all you need during your time here.
Support we offerBCU Boost
BCU Boost is a unique financial support package designed to simplify your student life at BCU, from the moment you apply, through to graduation day. It includes travel incentives, helpful tips for managing your finances, access to professional financial support, and discounts on food and drink across our campuses.
University News
BCU signs landmark agreement to launch Birmingham Knowledge Quarter
Birmingham City University (BCU) has today signed a major collaboration agreement to launch the Birmingham Knowledge Quarter (B-KQ) - a world-class innovation district that will drive inclusive growth, create thousands of skilled jobs and strengthen Birmingham’s global reputation.
BCU games courses deliver industry jobs - and earn prestigious TIGA accreditation
Graduates from Birmingham City University (BCU) are moving directly into employment across the games and digital industries - and that success has now been recognised by TIGA, the UK’s video games industry body.
BCU working with small companies to make Birmingham greener
Birmingham City University (BCU) is joining forces with small businesses across the West Midlands to help tackle some of the region’s biggest environmental challenges - from cleaner air to greener energy and better housing.